WEC Winter Wonderland - World Equestrian Center

November 28 – December 23, 2025 | Wednesday – Sunday, 5pm-9pm
Entertainment Every Friday & Saturday, Plus Dec. 21–23

Step into the magic of the season as over one million twinkling lights transform World Equestrian Center – Ocala into a dazzling Winter Wonderland. From breathtaking decorations to festive fun for the whole family, this holiday tradition is guaranteed to fill your evenings with cheer. Meet Santa Claus in Indoor Arena 2 or sneak off for some mischievous fun with the Grinch in Indoor Arena 1.

On Fridays and Saturdays, the wonder grows with a full lineup of live holiday entertainment, including a rotating cast of characters, face painters, balloon artists, and festive seasonal bites. Don’t miss the heartwarming and ever-popular Breakfast with Santa events on select dates to get in the spirit of the season!

Additional information for the 2025 event coming soon!

Festive Lights

Take pictures worthy of any holiday card with friends and family at one of many show-stopping feature displays on the Grand Plaza, like a life-sized lighted horse and carriage, walk-through Christmas tree and so much more.

5PM-9PM, WED – SUN | WEC GRAND PLAZA

Meet Santa

Have you been good this year? Santa is taking a special break from his workshop to visit the WEC Winter Wonderland. Capture the tender moment with a digital keepsake selfie photo and write a letter to Santa.

5PM-9PM, WED – SUN | INDOOR ARENA 2

Greet The Grinch

Step into Whoville for a photo-op with the Grinch! Find Cindy Lou Who, Thing 1 and Thing 2, and Max at the Grinch’s lair.

5PM-9PM, WED – SUN | INDOOR ARENA 1

Friday & Saturday Entertainment

Your favorite princesses and superheroes rotate appearances alongside cheery caricaturists, face painters and balloon artists throughout the plaza spreading joy and fun.

5PM-9PM, FRI & SAT | WEC GRAND PLAZA

Breakfast With Santa

Gather for a magical breakfast in Expo Center 1 featuring story time with Santa, crafts and photo opportunities. Children will receive a complimentary gift of Santa’s choosing!

9AM NOV. 29, DEC. 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21 | EXPO CENTER 1

Holiday Sweets

Enjoy a holiday pie from Emma’s Patisserie or take home a festive box of sugar cookie cutouts to decorate from Miss Tilly’s Lollipops, perfect for holiday gifting!

Festive Fare

Find festive food on the plaza including Wondrous Hot Cocoa, seasonal bites and sweet treats. Beverages and spirits available for adults at designated cash bars.

5PM-9PM, FRI & SAT | WEC GRAND PLAZA

Seasonal Shopping

Discover the perfect gift for under the tree. Mix and mingle with friends and family while finding that special something you’ve been searching for, or just spoil yourself! Hours of operation vary.

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