The 2020 Farmer’s Almanac extended forecast is calling for yet another frigid and frosty winter; cautioning of above-normal winter precipitation and colder-than-normal temperatures in many parts of the country. But we’re predicting a bright and warm ‘Winter in the Midwest’ horse show circuit at World Equestrian Center (WEC). With our climate controlled stabling and 200,000 sq. ft. competition venue, WEC offers horse show exhibitors a […]

Sept. 25–Oct. 27 Featuring Nearly $1 Million in Prize Money/Prizes Introducing The World Equestrian Center Premier Championship Cup WILMINGTON, Ohio – July 2, 2019 – The World Equestrian Center features 200,000 sq. ft. of riding space with premium footing, permanent stabling and charming onsite accommodations. At the World Equestrian Center exhibitors enjoy a different kind of indoors – bright, clean, fun, family friendly and customer […]

WILMINGTON, Ohio – June 25, 2019 – In appreciation of our exhibitors, the World Equestrian Center is offering FREE stalls for the WEC July I and WEC July II horse shows, both part of the expanded Spring/Summer Horse Show Series that runs from May – August 2019. The prize list is available at www.wec.net. Entries can be posted at www.horseshowing.com along with stall reservations, hay, […]

This week’s Sunday Spotlight falls on Junior rider Natalie Bertoglio. Though Natalie’s horses have shown at World Equestrian Center before, this week was her first show at WEC, and she couldn’t have been more excited. Natalie made the jump into the big Hunter ring this week for the first time with great results, placing on both her Equitation horse Finn and her Hunter Milo. Natalie […]

Entries Open Today for Five Show Series WILMINGTON, Ohio – March 29, 2019 – The World Equestrian Center has expanded its Spring/Summer Horse Show Series, adding two new July dates for a total of five shows from May – August 2019. The prize list is available at www.wec.net. Entries are open now and can be posted at www.horseshowing.com along with stall reservations, hay, feed and […]

This week’s Sunday Spotlight features seventeen year old Junior rider Josephine (Joey) Rose. Joey has been riding for the majority of her life, and has a list of accomplishments that any rider would be extremely proud of. Joey’s ambition and talent drive her to succeed in both horses and education, with her goals aimed toward a Business degree and going pro in the next few […]

Four generations of equestrian industry background stand behind this week’s Featured Find at World Equestrian Center: The Custom Fox. Based out of Lambertville, Michigan, The Custom Fox tack shop is owned by Beth and John Pfeiffer and offers a plethora of products for both the horse and rider, each hand selected and tested by Beth’s family of horsemen. The Custom Fox is conveniently located in […]

This week’s Spotlight lands on Amateur rider Alisa Berry of Jason Berry Stables in Staunton, Virginia. Mother, wife and life-long lover of horses, Alisa has followed her passion for riding from a very young age. Though she has turned Professional twice to teach College riding teams, Alisa always finds herself drawn back to the saddle, and is now devoting her time to the two things […]

This week World Equestrian Center went to the dogs (in a good way) as we celebrated the grand opening of the Shaggy Chic Pet Parlor in Vendor Village. Friday night a group gathered in the Paddock Club for a dog-themed sip & paint party, Saturday we hosted an adoption party with the Wilmington Area Humane Society and a demonstration from Spikes K9, as well as […]

This past week brought fantastic equestrian sport to both the Hunter and Jumper arenas as we weathered a brutal winter storm from the comfort of the heated indoor arenas and barns. We enjoyed fantastic food and delicious drinks throughout the week with Dietrich sponsoring a spread of appetizers for spectators and exhibitors during the $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby on Friday, and World Equestrian Center […]