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What’s Happening this Week at WEC-Ocala

13 Jul 22 | Shows
Flying into another week of USEF-rated competition at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Photo courtesy of Andrew Ryback Photography.

World Equestrian Center – Ocala is showcasing multiple equestrian disciplines this week including World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s 2022 USEF Summer Series hunter/jumper competition and the American Ranch Horse Association World Championship Show. Both events are free and open to the public to spectate.

The American Ranch Horse Association World Championship Show will be held from July 14-23 in Arena 5. The ARHA Championship Show is the premier ranch horse event of the American Rach Horse Association. Visit American Ranch Horse Association for additional information. For the tentative class schedule, click here.

Week VI of the 2022 USEF Summer Series continues with more thrilling hunter/jumper competition. Highlights begin with the $30,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix on Thursday, July 14 at 8am in the WEC Grand Arena. Hunter Derby Friday will start at 8am in the CaptiveOne Advisors Arena 1 and the $100,000 Hampton Green Farm National Grand Prix will take place on Saturday, July 16 at 7pm the in Grand Arena.

Visit wec-ocala.showmanagementsystem.com for the daily class schedule, orders of go, counts, live scoring and results.

World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s 2022 USEF Summer Series is comprised of nine weeks of hunter/jumper shows running consecutively from June 15 – August 14, 2022. For the 2022 USEF Summer Series Prize List and entry information, click HERE.

Catch all the action from the Saturday night grand prix from the terrace of The Equestrian Hotel. Photo courtesy of MAVEN Photo & Film.

On Saturday nights, enjoy all the action of the Grand Prix from the terrace of The Equestrian Hotel with an exclusive VIP viewing and dining experience courtesy of Stirrups Restaurant. The VIP private table overlooking the Grand Arena will include a 3-course Chef’s dinner, along with complimentary beer and wine. Cash bar available for spirits and bottles of wine from sommelier’s selections. Doors open at 6pm, Grand Prix begins at 7pm. 

Click HERE to purchase your 2022 Summer Series Grand Prix Table.

What to Watch

Hunter Derby Friday in the CaptiveOne Advisors Arena 1. Photo courtesy of Andrew Ryback Photography.

Thursday, July 14
$30,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix | WEC Grand Arena | 8am Start

Friday, July 15
$10,000 WEC Ocala 3′ Open Hunter Derby | CaptiveOne Advisors Arena 1
$10,000 WEC Ocala 3′ Jr/Am Hunter Derby | CaptiveOne Advisors Arena 1
$12,500 WEC Ocala 3’6″-3’9″ Hunter Derby | CaptiveOne Advisors Arena 1
$2,000 WEC Ocala Pony/ Children’s Pony Hunter Derby | UF Health Arena 2

Saturday, July 16
$10,000 Buckeye Nutrition Futures Prix | WEC Grand Arena
$100,000 Hampton Green Farm National Grand Prix | WEC Grand Arena | 7pm Start

$3,500 WEC Ocala Non Pro Hunter Derby | Arena 4

Sunday, July 17
$10,000 1.40m Jumper Classic | WEC Grand Arena

Coming Soon!

Passport to Spain | Stirrups Wine Series

Journey with us to Spain by way of food and wine on the terrace at Stirrups. Visit www.showclix.com/event/passport-to-spain to secure your ticket.

Passport to Spain, the third event in the Stirrups Wine Series, will transport you through Spain’s varied terroir on Friday, July 22. Tickets grant you access to taste a great diversity of wine, including the famed rioja and cava for which the country is so well known, and an incredible chef-paired menu of classic Spanish cuisine, like paella, grilled octopus and lobster tostadas.

Ocala Food & Wine Festival – Save the Date!

Attention Ocala foodies! Save the date: this year’s 2022 Ocala Food & Wine Festival will be held November 4-6. We’re expanding to deliver three whole days of entertainment featuring head-to-head culinary competition, wine education and samples of extraordinary cuisine from some of the area’s best restaurants. It’s bound to be even more exciting than last year—you won’t want to miss one of the hottest events at World Equestrian Center – Ocala! Ticket sales will be announced at a later date — follow our event page to be the first to know.

Chapel Services

Photo courtesy of Maven Photo & Film.

World Equestrian Center – Ocala is now hosting Sunday Services with Chaplain Edwin in The Chapel. The Sunday Services are 20 minutes long and open to all. Attendees can park by Barns E & F. See the weekly Chapel Service schedule below.

Sunday Services
7am – English
10am – English
11am – Spanish

Wednesday Service
6:30pm – English

What To Do

Shopping

Many vendors at World Equestrian Center – Ocala have established storefront locations where they are open year-round. Below are our amazing retailers and their locations.

The Equestrian Hotel:

  • Lugano Diamonds
  • The Debonair Collection
  • Mr. Pickles & Sailor Bear Toy Shoppe
  • Calluna Spa

CaptiveOne Advisors Arena – Arena 1:

  • Ariat 
  • Arista Equestrian
  • Gordon Reiss Insurance

UF Health Arena – Arena 2:

  • Stellina LLC/Romitelli Boots
  • Haala Fashion LLC
  • Farmhouse Chiropractic
  • Hats Off Boutique
  • Kelsey’s Rhinestones
  • The Farm House, Inc.
  • LM Boots

Arena 3:

  • Exceptional Equestrian, Inc
  • IDA Development, LLC
  • I Love My Horse
  • Basic Equine Health, LLC
  • Everleigh Collection LLC
  • Parlanti

Arena 4:

  • The Farm House, Inc.
  • Odette, LLC
  • Sudden Impulse Boutique
  • AGM Beyond Leather
  • Exceptional Equestrian, Inc
  • Grey Fox Designs

Entertainment

Each week The Yellow Pony Pub & Garden located within The Equestrian Hotel hosts live entertainment from 6:00pm-9:30pm. Here is the entertainment lineup for this week:

Wednesday, July 13 | Brandon Dull
Thursday, July 14 | Mark Raisch
Friday, July 15 | Jr Lewis
Saturday, July 16 | Mark Z

Day at the Spa

Rejuvenate the body, mind and spirit at Calluna Spa. Book any spa treatment and receive a complimentary glass of champagne.

Mon – Sat: 9am – 7pm
Sun: 10am-5pm
Call 352.414.7862 to book your appointment

In Need of a Doctor Visit?

World Equestrian Center – Ocala would like to welcome LifeForce Healthcare, LLC as the facility’s personal on-call primary care service. LifeForce Healthcare will be available to the venue’s exhibitors, visitors, vendors and guests for on-call medical provider visits at and around the World Equestrian Center – Ocala facility. Call 352.873.3800 to book your on-call appointment today.

Where to Eat

Located Within The Equestrian Hotel:

Stirrups Restaurant

Prime steaks and chops, sustainable Florida seafood and southern inspired seasonal specialties, served in a refined dining room and terrace overlooking the Grand Outdoor Arena.

Breakfast: Monday – Friday: 6:30am-11am | Saturday – Sunday: 6:30am-1pm
Dinner: Sunday – Thursday, 5pm-9pm | Friday – Saturday, 5pm-10pm
352.414.7864

Yellow Pony Pub & Garden

Boasting an outdoor patio and fireplace, this lobby gastro lounge offers shareable starters, pub fare, traditional draft beers, bourbons and whiskeys.

Sunday – Thursday, 11am-12am | Friday – Saturday, 11am-1am
352.414.7865

Emma’s Patisserie

A blissful, freshly baked array of authentic French macarons and European-inspired pastries are served within an ambiance of old-world elegance at this very special shop located within the Equestrian Hotel.

Open daily: 6am-8pm
352.414.7866

Restaurants throughout the facility:

Viola & Dot’s Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria

Design your own salad or pasta masterpiece with an assortment of delicious meats and toppings. Viola & Dot’s features pizzas and calzones crafted with homemade dough, classic Italian entrees and decadent sweet desserts.

Open daily: 11am-9pm
352.414.7877

Ralph’s Burger & Sandwich Shop

A classic, diner-inspired menu with a few contemporary upgrades! Ralph’s invites you to enjoy signature burgers, salads and sandwiches topped off with a homemade milkshake. Open for lunch and dinner, start your day with a breakfast sandwich or enjoy an evening slice of pie.

Open daily:
Breakfast: 6am-11am
Lunch/Dinner: 11am-9pm
352.414.7875

Miss Tilly’s Lollipops

Indulging is strongly encouraged at this unique sweet shop where specialty ice cream flavors and homemade fudge are the stars. With an array of chocolates, confections and coffees, Miss Tilly’s is the perfect place for a tasty treat.

Open daily: 11am-9pm
352.414.7878

Filo’s Mexican Cantina

Traditional Mexican flavors coupled with custom-made convenience. Filo’s serves up street tacos, burritos, quesadillas and much more in a vibrant dining room and open-air patio.

Open daily:
Lunch/Dinner: 11am-9pm
352.414.7876

2022 World Equestrian Center Horse Shows

Photo courtesy of Andrew Ryback Photography.

World Equestrian Center – Ocala 2022 Summer Hunter/ Jumper Horse Show Series Featuring FEI 3* Competition

 Join us for the 2022 World Equestrian Center – Ocala Summer Hunter/Jumper Horse Show Series featuring USEF sanctioned hunter/jumper and two weeks of FEI 3* competition. The series is comprised of nine weeks of hunter/jumper shows running consecutively from June 15-August 14, 2022. FEI 3* competition takes place from June 21-July 3, 2022. The World Equestrian Center – Ocala Summer Hunter/Jumper Horse Show Series features nearly $3.5 million in total money and prizes. Click HERE for the Prize List and additional information.

Photo by Q2 Photography.

2022 Dressage Show Dates

World Equestrian Center – Ocala is excited to announce nine dates for dressage competition in 2022 presented by Hampton Green Farm and Discover Dressage. The events will span the year from January through December and include USEF/USDF nationally-rated competition. Click here for more information.

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