World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Discover a destination crafted for champions, guests and gatherings alike.

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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Getting Here

Located in Central Florida, World Equestrian Center offers convenient access by private and commercial air, as well as the Florida Turnpike and I-75.

Private Aviation: Ocala International Airport (OCF): 4 mi/6.4 km Arrive closer when you arrange private air travel, including flexible aviation solutions from the Official Private Aviation Partner, Wheels Up.

Helicopter Charters: Explore flexible, on-demand helicopter services from Ascentѐ Aviation.

Commercial Airports: Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV): 46 mi/74 km Orlando International Airport (MCO): 92 mi/148 km Tampa International Airport (TPA): 101 mi/162.5 km

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Ascentѐ Aviation

Upcoming Events

Equestrian Events Social Events

Fri, August 21

WEC August Dressage presented by Hampton Green Farms | USEF/USDF

Dressage

Ocala, FL

Fri, September 4

WEC September Dressage presented by Hampton Green Farms | USEF/USDF

Dressage

Ocala, FL

A rider in a blue shirt and black hat rounds a barrel on a horse at the Labor Day Barrel Blast event, hosted by the World Equestrian Center.

Sat, September 5

Labor Day Barrel Blast

Western/Quarter Horse

Ocala, FL

Wed, September 23

2026 WEC – Ocala Fall Series | September I: Regional Hunter/Level 2 Jumper

Fall Series | Hunter/Jumper

Ocala, FL

Wed, October 7

2026 WEC – Ocala Fall Series | October II: Regional Hunter/Level 3 Jumper

Fall Series | Hunter/Jumper

Ocala, FL

Fri, October 23

WEC October Dressage presented by Hampton Green Farms | USEF/USDF

Dressage

Ocala, FL

Wed, November 4

2026 Ocala November Show Series I: National Hunter/Level 5 Jumper

Hunter/Jumper | November & December Series

Ocala, FL

Wed, November 11

2026 Ocala November Show Series II: National Hunter/Level 5 Jumper

Hunter/Jumper | November & December Series

Ocala, FL

Fri, November 13

WEC November Dressage presented by Hampton Green Farms | USEF/USDF

Dressage

Ocala, FL

A performer in white leaps midair above a white horse during an equestrian event, with spectators and a building in the background.

Fri, November 27

WEC Vaulting Premiere | CVI3* World Cup™ Qualifier, CVI2, CVI1, USEF/EVUSA

Equestrian | Vaulting

Ocala, FL

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