Winter Spectacular Series

January 6 – April 4, 2027
A rider in a black helmet jumps a horse over an obstacle during an equestrian event, with “Winter Spectacular 2027 Ocala” text on a purple overlay.

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Save the date for the 2027 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, returning January 6 through April 4, 2027. The 13-week circuit will feature US Equestrian (USEF) hunter/jumper competition, including 12 weeks of USEF Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper, one week of USEF Regional Hunter/Level 3 Jumper, 10 weeks of FEI competition and a lineup of major international events.

Making its debut in 2027, the inaugural Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) Pan American Equestrian Confederation (PAEC) Championships of the Americas will be held January 21-31 at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC). Marking the first championship of its kind in the Americas, the event will bring jumping, dressage and eventing together, with athletes representing countries throughout the Americas. Competition will take place at WEC – Ocala, with the eventing cross-country phase held at the nearby Florida Horse Park. The Championships will run concurrently with Weeks III and IV of the Winter Spectacular Show Series. More information about the Championships of the Americas will be announced soon.

Five-star international jumping takes center stage during Week VII, February 16-21, with the return of the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala, featuring CSI5*-W and CSI2* competition.

Longines League of Nations™ will return to WEC – Ocala for its fourth edition during Week XI, March 16-21, bringing the world’s top 10 Jumping nations back to Ocala for one of the season’s premier team competitions alongside CSI2* competition. 

Also new for 2027, hunters can look forward to three exciting weeks of World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) competition during Weeks III, V and IX, each featuring a major hunter showcase under the lights in the WEC Stadium. Weeks III and IX will bring $75,000 USHJA International Hunter Derbies to center stage, while Week V will feature the highly anticipated $100,000 Hunter Spectacular.

For junior equitation athletes, there is still time to qualify for the 2027 WEC Premier Equitation Cup Championship, taking place Saturday, February 13, during Week VI. Junior riders must earn 120 points during the qualifying period, which runs from February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027. Qualified athletes will compete for a brand-new SUV and $100,000 in trainer awards.

The 2027 Winter Spectacular will also serve as the final opportunity for riders to earn points toward the WEC – Ocala Leading Rider Awards, with $450,000 in bonus money to be awarded across six divisions at the conclusion of Week XIII. Points have accumulated throughout the 2026-2027 season, with every point earned during the Winter Spectacular counting toward the final standings.

Entries & Stall Reservations

Weekly Stall Reservations & Entries

Weekly Stall/Tack Stalls: $375 | Weekly Locking Tack Room: $400 | Weekly Paddock: $375

Tack stalls and feed/bedding splits are accepted. Trainer splits must be submitted to the show office by Friday at noon. All accounts must be settled in full each week. 

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, 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 [email protected]. You will receive a confirmation email once the form of payment has been received.

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Circuit Stall Reservations

Circuit Stalls/Circuit Tack Stalls: $3,600 | Circuit Locking Tack Room: $3,600 | Circuit Paddocks: $3,600

Reservations require either a 50 percent deposit or full payment at the time of booking. Deposit checks must be received within 10 days to secure reservations. Full payments are due by December 1, 2025. Availability is limited and will remain open until inventory is exhausted.

Reservations must be submitted under “WEC Ocala 2026 Winter Spectacular Circuit Stalls” on HorseShowing.com. Circuit items are refundable until December 1, 2025, less a $90 processing fee. Stalls and paddocks are the property of World Equestrian Center and may not be transferred to a third party without written consent from management. All horses on the grounds will be charged either a stall or ship-in fee.

Reservations will be considered complete upon processing of payment and approval by World Equestrian Center. Requests for stall locations cannot be accepted, and tack stall or paddock assignments will be accommodated based on the ratio of horse stalls reserved. No reservations will be accepted via email.

Health Paper Requirements

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Health Papers

World Equestrian Center – Ocala has partnered with EquiTrace® EventPass, the official verified Horse Health Records provider of US Equestrian (USEF), for all USEF-rated shows.

All exhibitors must upload health documents to their EventPass account before arrival. A QR code will then be generated for scanning at the entry gates via the mobile app or in print.

Create a free EventPass account for WEC and view the step-by-step registration guide.

Health papers will be checked at the SR-40 or 80th Avenue entrances near the WEC General Store.

  • A 30-day Health Certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian is required for horses arriving from out of state
  • Negative 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.
  • Vaccine records of Flu/Rhino within the span of 6 months.

For questions, contact the Ocala Show Office at 352.414.7883 or [email protected].

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Winter Spectacular Dates & Ratings

Winter Spectacular I

January 6-10, 2027

Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper

Winter Spectacular II

January 12-17, 2027

CSI3*, CSIU25/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper

Winter Spectacular III

January 19-24, 2027

CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/WCHR/COTA – Dressage

Winter Spectacular IV

January 26-31, 2027

CSI3*, CSIU25/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/COTA – Eventing /COTA – Jumping

Winter Spectacular V

February 2-7, 2027

CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/WCHR + Hunter Spectacular

Winter Spectacular VI

February 9-14, 2027

CSI4*, CSI2*, CSIU25/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/WEC Premier Equitation Cup Championship

Winter Spectacular VII

February 16-21, 2027

CSI5*-W, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala

Winter Spectacular VIII

February 23-28, 2027

CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper

Winter Spectacular IX

March 2-7, 2027

CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/WCHR

Winter Spectacular X

March 10-14, 2027

Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper

Winter Spectacular XI

March 16-21, 2027

CSIO5*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/Longines Legue of Nations™ Ocala

Winter Spectacular XII

March 23-28, 2027

CSI3*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper

Winter Spectacular XIII

March 31-April 4, 2027

Regional Hunter/Level 3 Jumper

Grand Prix Dining

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 three-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 sommelier’s selections.

Grand Prix Reception

Enjoy a reception under the white canopy with included charcuterie and crudité from 6pm to 7:30pm, along with a complimentary drink ticket and a dedicated private cash bar.

Reserved Plaza Tables

Located on the top-tier under the canopy surrounding the Grand Outdoor Arena, Reserved Plaza Tables feature a seated viewing area and dedicated cash bar. Purchase enhancements to add to the experience!

WCHR Dining Experience

Join us for two special dining experiences during World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) weeks. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of competition on Friday, January 30 for the $75,000 WCHR Hunter Spectacular, and Friday, February 27 for the $75,000 MARS Equestrian USHJA International Hunter Derby. The dining experiences include a buffet dinner featuring complimentary beer and wine as some of the best hunters in the nation compete under the lights in the WEC Stadium.

A rider in blue jacket and helmet jumps a brown horse over an obstacle at the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup competition at night.

Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala

Tickets are now available for the evening of Saturday, February 14, 2026, to witness the $300,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala, featuring the world’s top horses and riders competing under the lights of the Grand Outdoor Arena. This prestigious event will bring Olympic-level talent to Ocala for an unforgettable night of five-star competition.

Longines League of Nations™ Ocala

For a third year, WEC – Ocala will welcome the world’s 10 best teams March 17-22 as they return to compete for more than $1.4 million in prize money throughout the spectacular week. The 2026 teams include reigning series champions, Great Britain, and the return of Brazil, who will replace Sweden on the global stage.

Exhibitor Information

Order Feed & Bedding

Keep show day running smoothly by submitting your feed, hay, and bedding order ahead of time.

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Health & Arrivals Papers

Find out which health forms are required and how to submit verified records before arriving.

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Health Papers

Health Papers

World Equestrian Center – Ocala has partnered with EquiTrace® EventPass, the official verified Horse Health Records provider of US Equestrian (USEF), for all USEF-rated shows.

All exhibitors must upload health documents to their EventPass account before arrival. A QR code will then be generated for scanning at the entry gates via the mobile app or in print.

Create a free EventPass account for WEC and view the step-by-step registration guide.

Health papers will be checked at the SR-40 or 80th Avenue entrances near the WEC General Store.

  • 30-Day Health Certificate for horses arriving from out-of-state of Florida, issued by a licensed veterinarian within 30 days of arrival
  • Negative 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.
  • Vaccine records of Flu/Rhino within the span of 6 months.

For questions, contact the Ocala Show Office at 352.414.7883 or [email protected].

Health & Safety Requirements

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Ocala Lodging

The Equestrian Hotel

Enjoy Four Diamond luxury just steps from the Showgrounds, with 248 stylish rooms and suites adjacent to the Grand Arena.

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The Riding Academy Hotel

Choose from 390 spacious studios and suites at our dog-friendly Ocala hotel, with plenty of room for you and your four-legged companions.

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Home Away From Home

Relax with the comforts of home in one of 95 nearby rental units, featuring full kitchens and separate living spaces, perfect for extended stays.

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Golden Ocala

Stay adjacent to WEC with 7- or 30-day Equestrian Packages, featuring a private entrance to WEC and premium amenities.

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