Winter Spectacular Series
December 31 – March 22, 202612 Weeks
Prize List Announced Soon
About
The 2026 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala runs December 31, 2025, through March 22, 2026. This 12-week Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper circuit, sanctioned by US Equestrian (USEF), delivers world-class sport and unforgettable competition in Ocala, Florida.
The series includes 10 weeks of Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) competition, along with CSIU25 classes during five select weeks. Highlights feature the FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala (February 10–15, 2026) and the Longines League of Nations™ second leg (March 17–22, 2026), bringing international excitement to the WEC Grand Arena.
Hunter riders can enjoy Premier-rated competition throughout the winter, including World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) weeks during Week V (January 27–February 1) and Week IX (February 24–March 1), each featuring a USHJA International Hunter Derby.
Equitation riders will compete during Week VI in the 2026 WEC Premier Equitation Cup Championship, showcasing the nation’s top junior athletes. Riders must earn 120 points during the qualifying period from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026, to participate.
All ratings are pending confirmation by FEI, USEF, and USHJA. Stay tuned for updates on another spectacular season at World Equestrian Center – Ocala.
Entries & Stall Reservations
Weekly Stall Reservations – Coming Soon
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 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.
Prize list, entries, and weekly stall, tack stall, and paddock reservations will be released at a later date. Please note that WEC – Ocala Spring dates are not included in circuit stall pricing. Information regarding those dates will be made available once approved.
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.
Show Schedule
Winter Spectacular I
December 31, 2025 – January 4, 2026
Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular II
January 6-11
CSI3*, U25/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular III
January 13-18
CSI4*, 2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular IV
January 20-25
CSI3*, U25/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular V
January 27 – February 1
CSI4*, 2*/ Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/WCHR
Winter Spectacular VI
February 3-8
CSI4*, 2*, U25/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper – Premier Equitation Cup Championship
Winter Spectacular VII
February 10-15
CSI5*-W, 2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular VIII
February 17-22
CSI4*, 2*, U25/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular IX
February 24 – March 1
CSI4*, 2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/WCHR
Winter Spectacular X
March 3-8
CSI3*, U25/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular XI
March 11-15
Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular XII
March 17-22
CSIO5* Longines League of Nations™, 2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Exhibitor Information
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Health & Arrivals Papers
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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.
A 30-day statement of health, certificate of veterinary inspection or a health certificate, is required for all horses arriving from outside the state of Florida - 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. See form.
- 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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