Winter Spectacular
Entries, weekly stall reservations, and the prize list are now available for the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, which boasts over $10 million in prize money. Running from January 1 through March 23, 2025, this highly anticipated circuit features world-class hunter/jumper competition, sanctioned by US Equestrian (USEF) and Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI).
Exhibitors and spectators can expect an exciting 12-week season with more international competition than ever before. New for 2025, WEC – Ocala will host a five-star Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala from February 11-16. The Longines League of Nations™ North American qualifier returns from March 18-23. Also, mark your calendars for two USHJA World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) weeks with an $80,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby each week from January 28-February 2 and February 25-March 2.
Entries & Weekly/Circuit Stall Reservations
2025 Winter Spectacular Show Dates:
Winter Spectacular I 1/1-1/5: Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular II 1/7-1/12: CSI3*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular III 1/14-1/19: CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular IV 1/21-1/26: CSI3*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular V 1/28-2/2: CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/WCHR
Winter Spectacular VI 2/4-2/9: CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper – WEC Premier Equitation Cup Championship on February 8
Winter Spectacular VII 2/11-2/16: CSI5*-W /Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular VIII 2/18-2/23: CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular IX 2/25-3/2: CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/WCHR
Winter Spectacular X 3/4-3/9: CSI3*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular XI 3/12-3/16: Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular XII 3/18-3/23: CSIO5* Longines League of Nations™, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
2025 Winter Spectacular FEI Schedules:
Winter Spectacular II 1/7-1/12: CSI3*
Winter Spectacular III 1/14-1/19: CSI4*, CSI2*
Winter Spectacular IV 1/21-1/26: CSI3*
Winter Spectacular V 1/28-2/2: CSI4*, CSI2*
Winter Spectacular VI 2/4-2/9: CSI4*, CSI2*
Winter Spectacular VII 2/11-2/16: CSI5*-W
Winter Spectacular VIII 2/18-2/23: CSI4*, CSI2*
Winter Spectacular IX 2/25-3/2: CSI4*, CSI2*
Winter Spectacular X 3/4-3/9: CSI3*
Winter Spectacular XII 3/18-3/23: CSIO5* Longines League of Nations™, CSI2*
Feed and Bedding:
To ensure timely delivery, please place your feed and bedding orders at least 24 hours in advance of your arrival. Note, outside shaving deliveries and cardboard shavings are not permitted. Our feed and bedding store is conveniently located adjacent to Barn R. For any feed, bedding or stabling inquires, contact us at 352.414.3582.
Tack, paddock, and feed and bedding splits are now accepted. Follow the updated process when submitting your entries.
Submit your entries on HorseShowing.com. A $50 deposit is required. Trainers need to create a ‘Barn Account,’ to order stalls, tack stalls, paddocks, feed and bedding. A form of payment must be provided at the Horse Show Office located in Indoor Arena 1. Individual entries can pay for stalls online at HorseShowing.com or include a form of payment on the entry blank. If you are unable to provide payment in person, complete the credit card slip below and email it directly to Kelly.Cyphert@wec.net. You will receive a confirmation email once the form of payment has been received.
Stall splits must be submitted to the show office by Friday at closing time. All accounts must be settled in full each week.
Credit Card Authorization Form
Weekly Stall/Paddock Pricing:
Weekly stall, tack stall, and paddock reservations are now open on HorseShowing.com. A $50 deposit is required with your entry, and weekly stall/paddock reservations can now be added to your entry. For detailed weekly stall/paddock reservation instructions, visit HorseShowing.com.
Weekly Stall: $375
Weekly Tack Stall: $375
Weekly Paddock: $375
Note, there is a limited number of weekly paddocks currently available.
Health Papers
Health papers will be checked at the entry gates. Please use the entrance on SR-40 or 80th Avenue near the WEC General Store . To expedite check-in, health papers can be emailed to OcalaHealth@wec.net ahead of your arrival. In the email, please state the horse’s show name and add the trainer’s name.
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- A 30-day statement of health, certificate of veterinary inspection or a health certificate, is required for all horses arriving from instate or outside the state of Florida
- Coggins within 1 year
- Trainer/Owner Health Declaration – Signed by an owner/trainer confirming that the horse has not experienced a fever exceeding 101.5 degrees or any disease in the 72 hours leading up to its arrival. Additionally, the horse must not have been exposed to or treated for an unexplained fever in the past 28 days and should have tested negative for any disease at least 30 days prior to arrival. If the horse has tested positive within the last six months for any infectious diseases, this information should also be disclosed. See form.
- Vaccine records of Flu/Rhino within the span of 6 months.
Click here for equine health and safety protocol details.
For questions, contact the Ocala Show Office at 352.414.7883 or email ocalashowoffice@wec.net.
The Grand Prix Dining Experience Presented by Wheels Up
With a table offering the most coveted view of the Grand Arena, you can enjoy top-level equestrian sport under the lights at The Equestrian Hotel. Enjoy a welcome reception with passed hors d’oeuvres and a signature cocktail, then indulge in a four-course chef’s dinner featuring complimentary beer and wine. A cash bar will be available for spirits and bottles of wine from the in-house master sommelier’s selections.
Circuit tables are available for purchase and include the $350,000 Grand Prix CSIO5* on Thursday, March 20, and new in 2025, the FEI Jumping World Cup™ Qualifier on Saturday, February 15. During week XI, table holders will enjoy a Reception Experience at the WEC Stadium (offering charcuterie and complimentary beer and wine) during the $125,000 National Grand Prix.
Circuit tables are available through January 2, 2025. Priority seating will be given to series table holders who book early. Weekly table sales are available beginning December 9, 2024.
Grand Prix Reception Experience
For a more casual yet elevated experience, the Grand Prix Reception Experience offers confirmed seating as well as charcuterie, a complimentary drink ticket, and a private cash bar under the white canopy as you enjoy prime views of the Grand Arena. Available select Saturdays for $75 per person.
Longines League of Nations™ Ocala
Fans can now purchase tickets to witness five-star Jumping during the final week of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series, March 18-23. The week will feature the highly anticipated return of the Longines League of Nations™ qualifier on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
For a second year, World Equestrian Center – Ocala will welcome the world’s 10 best teams as they return to compete for more than $1.4 million in awards and prize money throughout the spectacular week. The 2025 teams include reigning series champions, Germany, and newcomers, Italy, who will replace Brazil on the global stage in their Longines League of Nations™ debut.
Stay at World Equestrian Center – Ocala
Enjoy a range of on-site lodging options, including The Equestrian Hotel’s luxury rooms and suites, pet-friendly suites at The Riding Academy Hotel, the full-service RV Park, Home Away from Home units and nearby Golden Ocala Longer-Term rentals.
Discover all our on-site accommodations and make your reservations today!
Vendors
For vendor opportunities please fill out the vendor application. For additional questions, contact flvendors@wec.net.
Advertising and Sponsorship
For corporate advertising and sponsorship opportunities, please contact flsponsorships@wec.net.
Photography/ Media Accreditation
World Equestrian Center welcomes journalists and members of the media to visit our facility. To apply for Media accreditation please fill out the Media Accreditation Form.
Andrew Ryback Photography is the official photographer of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series. Please view the Photography Policy for private photographer information.