Experience the Best Winter at Both World Equestrian Center Locations

21 OCT 25 Wilmington, OH

The largest season in the equestrian industry is right around the corner, and World Equestrian Center has something for everyone — no matter where you choose to spend your winter.

Head south to WEC – Ocala, America’s largest equestrian venue, and experience a destination unlike any other with a full resort, incredible amenities, and world-class competition. Or stay in the Midwest at WEC – Wilmington, where riders can enjoy a full winter season in climate-controlled indoor arenas with competition for every level and a calendar full of special events and activities.

2026 Winter Spectacular Show Series | WEC – Ocala

December 31, 2025 – March 22, 2026 

$11 Million in Prize Money

Each year, the Winter Spectacular Show Series grows bigger and better — and 2026 will be no exception. WEC – Ocala will once again welcome riders from around the world for a season packed with top national and international competition, new enhancements, and fun additions for every level of horse and rider.

Ocala Prize List, Entries & Stall Reservations
World-Class Competition
  • 12 weeks of USEF Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper competition
  • Classes for every level — from walk/trot to five-star grands prix
  • 10 FEI weeks, including:
    • 72 FEI ranking classes offered
    • Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala | February 10–15
    • Longines League of Nations™ Ocala | March 17–22

Hunter Highlights

  • Two WCHR weeks and two $75,000 USHJA International Hunter Derbies under the lights in the WEC Stadium
    • Week V | January 27–February 1
    • Week IX | February 24–March 1

Weekly Hunter Derbies:

  • $20,000 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby 
  • $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Open Hunter Derby
  • $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby
  • $3,500 2’6” Non Pro Hunter Derby
  • $2,000 USHJA Pony Hunter Derby

Week XII Hunter Derbies:

  • $75,000 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby
  • $75,000 USHJA National 3’ Open Hunter Derby
  • $75,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby
  • $10,000 2’6” Non Pro Hunter Derby

New for 2026
  • Young Hunter Incentive Program
  • High Score of the Day
  • Hunter Derby Style Award
  • $5,000 Green Hunter Classic | Weeks V, IX & XII
Jumper Highlights
  • $75,000 National Grand Prix | Week I
  • $40,000 National Grand Prix | Weeks II–IV, VII–VIII, X
  • $24,000 Welcome Prix | Weeks II, IV, VII, VIII, X
  • $15,000 National Welcome Prix (under the lights) | Weeks II, IV & X
  • $15,000 Futures Prix
  • Young Jumper Championship qualifying opportunities
    • Championship held during 2026 Summer Series 
  • High Point Junior/Amateur Jumper Award — Win a tack locker!
Premier Equitation
  • WEC Premier Equitation Cup Championship | February 7
New Fun Events
  • Barn Set Up Contest | Weeks II & VIII | $5,000 Prize
    • Judging: January 9 & February 21
  • Golf Cart Decorating Contest | Week V – Saturday, January 31
    • $1,000 prize & chance to participate in the WEC Grand Arena t-shirt toss during the $200,000 Grand Prix CSI4*

Circuit Awards
  • Points calculated Weeks I–XI
  • Parade of Champions | Friday, March 20
  • Circuit points available in the Indoor Arena 1 Show Office

Facility Enhancements
  • New trail paths near Indoor Arena 6 and Saddle Row leading to WEC Stadium
  • New GGT footing in Hunter 1

Winter in the Midwest | WEC – Wilmington

Enjoy winter horse showing in the comfort of heated, climate-controlled indoor arenas. WEC – Wilmington offers competition for every level of rider, along with a vibrant winter calendar full of added experiences and special programming throughout the season. 

The 17-week series will feature USEF National/Level 4 Jumpers and USEF Premier/Level 4 Jumpers from December 3, 2025, through April 12, 2026, offering more than $4 million in prize money and awards. 

Exhibitors will find classes for every level and exciting featured hunter/jumper action as well as weekly family-friendly, after-hours events. 

Wilmington Prize List, Entries & Stall Reservations

WEC Christmas in the Midwest
(December 17-21, 2025)

  • Gifts Under the Tree
    • Where class winners can select one gift per their first blue ribbon throughout the show week! 
  • WEC Professional Medal
  • Visit with Santa in Vendor Village
  • Holiday Themed Braiding Contest 
  • Ugly Christmas Sweater Hunt Teams 
  • Two Gambler’s Choices

Weekly Jumper Highlights:

  • $30,000 Grand Prix
  • $10,000 Welcome Stake
  • $9,999 Futures Prix
  • $7,500 1.20m Junior/Amateur Mini Prix

Weekly Hunter Highlights:

  • $15,000 USHJA 3’ National Hunter Derby – Open
  • $12,500 USHJA 3’ National Hunter Derby – Non-Pro
  • $3,500 2’6” Non-Pro Hunter Derby
  •  $1,500 USHJA Pony Hunter Derby

Two WCHR Weeks

  • Winter Classic 5: 1/7-1/11
  • Winter Classic 16: 3/25-3/29

Facility Enhancements 

  • New stalls and poured rubber mats
  • Riders Lounge relocated above the Standlee Sanctuary 
  • Widened main entrances 
  • Side walk and golf cart path added from Home-Away-From-Homes
  • Paved barn U parking lot and new outdoor wash racks 
  • Actively upgrading and modernizing Home-Away-From-Home units

Dates and ratings:

USEF National Hunter/Level 4 Jumpers
USEF Premier Hunter/Level 4 Jumpers*

  • Winter Classic 2: 12/3-12/7
  • Winter Classic 3: 12/10-12/14*
  • WEC Christmas: 12/17-12/21
  • Winter Classic 5: 1/7-1/11* (WCHR)
  • Winter Classic 6: 1/14-1/18
  • Winter Classic 7: 1/21-1/25
  • Winter Classic 8: 1/28-2/1
  • Winter Classic 9: 2/4-2/8
  • Winter Classic 10: 2/11-2/15
  • Winter Classic 11: 2/18-2/22
  • Winter Classic 12: 2/25-3/1
  • Winter Spring Forward: 3/4-3/8*
  • Winter Classic 14: 3/11-3/15
  • Winter Classic 15: 3/18-3/22
  • Winter Classic 16: 3/25-3/29
  • Winter Classic 17: 4/1-4/5
  • Winter Classic 18: 4/8-4/12