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World Equestrian Center – Ocala
Located in the heart of Central Florida’s horse country, World Equestrian Center – Ocala is a premier choice for equestrian sport and major events.
Recognized as the largest equestrian complex in the United States, our Ocala, Florida venue hosts top-level competitions and welcomes horse shows, conventions, meetings and weddings across a variety of elegant, state-of-the-art spaces. Visitors enjoy a fully immersive experience with luxury accommodations, boutique shopping, diverse dining options and a full-service spa available on-property.
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Upcoming Events
Sat, January 17
$200,000 UF Health Grand Prix CSI4*
Hunter/Jumper | Winter Spectacular
Ocala, FL
Sat, January 31
$200,000 Gary Yeomans Ford Grand Prix CSI4* | UPDATE: Start Time 5pm
Hunter/Jumper | Winter Spectacular
Ocala, FL
Sat, February 7
WEC Premier Equitation Cup Championship
Hunter/Jumper | Winter Spectacular
Ocala, FL
Tue, February 10 – Sun, February 15
2026 Ocala Winter Spectacular Show Series VII: CSI5*-W, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Hunter/Jumper | Winter Spectacular
Ocala, FL
Thu, February 12 – Sun, February 15
WEC February Dressage CDI3* presented by Hampton Green Farms | CDI3*/USEF/USDF
Dressage
Ocala, FL
Sat, February 14
$300,000 1.60M CSI5*-W Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala presented by MARS Equestrian
Hunter/Jumper | Winter Spectacular
Ocala, FL
Tue, February 17 – Sun, February 22
2026 Ocala Winter Spectacular Show Series VIII: CSI4*, CSI2*, CSIU25/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Hunter/Jumper | Winter Spectacular
Ocala, FL
Sat, February 21
$200,000 Grand Prix CSI4*
Hunter/Jumper | Winter Spectacular
Ocala, FL
Tue, February 24 – Sun, March 1
2026 Ocala Winter Spectacular Show Series IX: CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/WCHR
Hunter/Jumper | Winter Spectacular
Ocala, FL
Sat, February 28
$200,000 MARS Equestrian Grand Prix CSI4*
Hunter/Jumper | Winter Spectacular
Ocala, FL
Premier Ocala Lodging
Stay immersed in world-class competition with Ocala lodging that spans award-winning resorts, pet-friendly hotels, spacious extended-stay suites and a fully equipped RV park.
Explore the Property
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Host an Event
Find a setting for events of all sizes with venues suited for equestrian shows, conventions, meetings and sports tournaments.
Signature Experiences
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Latest News
Jessica Mendoza & In The Air Fly to Victory in $200,000 Marine Corps Heritage Foundation Grand Prix CSI4*
February 8, 2026
Ocala, FL
Daniel Coyle & Urville Z Are Unstoppable in $65,000 Budweiser Grand Prix CSI2*
February 8, 2026
Ocala, FL
Wilmington Standlee Sunday Spotlight: Karston Gundry
February 8, 2026
Parker Peacock Claims WEC Premier Equitation Cup Championship Presented by Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, Sponsored by J.P. Morgan and Powered by Gary Yeomans Ford
February 8, 2026
Ocala, FL
Wilhelm Genn Scores Second Consecutive $30,000 Grand Prix Win at WEC – Wilmington Winter Classic 9
February 7, 2026
Small Love Continues to Dominate the Derby Ring as Iwasaki Claims Victory in the $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby
February 6, 2026
Ocala, FL
Sarah Robertson & D’esparges Come Out on Top in the $15,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby
February 6, 2026
Molly Ashe Cawley & Berdien Return to the Top in the $32,000 Budweiser Grand Prix Qualifier CSI2*
February 6, 2026
Ocala, FL
Olivia Sweetnam Scores First Four-Star Win Aboard Epic in the $117,000 Marine Corps Heritage Foundation Grand Prix Qualifier CSI4*
February 5, 2026
Ocala, FL
Daniel Coyle Does It Again, Piloting Brand-New Partner Urville Z to Victory in $65,000 Golden Ocala Grand Prix CSI2*
February 1, 2026
Ocala, FL
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Wed, February 11
Recurring Event
Bible Study
Chapel Service
Ocala, FL
Fri, February 13 – Sat, February 14
2026 All for the Horses Expo
Conventions and Tradeshows
Ocala, FL
Fri, February 13
Recurring Event
WEC Wellness Series | Friday Evening Stretch & Sip
Calluna Spa | Wellness & Recreation
Ocala, FL
Fri, February 13
Cliff Dorsey at The Polo Pony
Live Music | Seasonal Entertainment
Ocala, FL
Fri, February 13
Jeff Jarrett at the Yellow Pony
Live Music | Seasonal Entertainment
Ocala, FL
Sat, February 14
Valentine’s Day at Stirrups
Culinary Experiences
Ocala, FL
Sat, February 14
2026 Winter Spectacular Grand Prix Dining Experience – February 14
Culinary Experiences | Show Dining Event | Winter Spectacular
Ocala, FL
Sat, February 14
The Mudds at the Yellow Pony
Live Music | Seasonal Entertainment
Ocala, FL
Sat, February 14
Gypsy Sparrow at The Polo Pony
Live Music | Seasonal Entertainment
Ocala, FL
Sun, February 15
Recurring Event
Chapel Service
Chapel Service
Ocala, FL