Ocala, Florida Meetings, Conventions and Trade Shows

At the intersection of trade shows, events, meetings and hospitality, World Equestrian Center – Ocala offers a rare combination of quality and capacity. This world-class destination is home to the Event Center at WEC (2025), flexible meeting spaces, and two exposition centers totaling over 250,000 square feet of indoor space to accommodate a variety of sporting events, meetings, conventions and tradeshows.

To get a feel for the space, view our 360-degree tour of World Equestrian Center, as well as our hotels: The Equestrian Hotel and The Riding Academy Hotel.

Ready to get started? Contact us with questions or submit an RFP to schedule your next convention or trade show.

Coming Fall 2025: The Equestrian Manor

Previously Referred to as The Event Center at WEC

From top-of-the-line technology to the finest finishes throughout its four stories, The Equestrian Manor will bring 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and four additional dining concepts to the property, including two rooftop restaurants and bars. Among the four additional restaurants will be three entirely new concepts: The Polo Pony (American), Genievieve’s (Italian), The White Willow (Asian), as well as a second location for WEC’s beloved bakery, Emma’s Patisserie.

As an impressive new venue, The Equestrian Manor will be equipped with grand and junior ballrooms, meeting rooms, pre-function space, a dedicated bridal suite, banquet space, covered balconies, an expansive outdoor event lawn and pavilion and much more. Construction is currently underway.

Want to learn more about bringing your future event to this space? Contact us or submit a request for proposal.

Meeting Space Capacity at WEC

With a variety of flexible indoor and outdoor spaces on the more than 2,000-acre property, World Equestrian Center is primed for your next event. Find out if our venues are the right fit for your group by viewing our capacity brochure.

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Exposition Centers 1 & 2

Plan your show in one of our 132,300-square-foot Expo Centers, offering column-free space and ample amenities:

In-floor utility boxes for flexibility throughout the 225-by-550-foot concrete show floor
Multiple loading docks with 20′ freight doors
Oversized LED screens and programmable LED lights
Professional audiovisual services include lighting, sound and video
Built-in concessions stands
Convenient on-site parking

Accommodations & Lodging

World Equestrian Center offers a range of lodging options for every group. The Equestrian Hotel features 248 luxurious rooms and suites. The Riding Academy Hotel, adjacent to the future event center, offers 390 comfortable studios and suites. Additional options include the full-service RV Park and nearby Home Away from Home three-bedroom rental units.

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Learn more about what World Equestrian Center can offer meeting and events attendees.