World Equestrian Center Ocala, Florida

1390 NW 80th Avenue
Ocala, FL 34482 Phone: 352-414-7900

Ocala Equestrian Center

The World Equestrian Center Ocala, is a world class horse show facility in Ocala, FL. This premier equine event venue is home to some of America's finest horse shows and equestrian events. The facility hosts a variety of equine shows throughout the year including dressage, horse jumping, western, and eventing.

Located on 3000 acres of rolling Ocala hills, the World Equestrian Center only occupies about 300 acres for show structures including four climate controlled show arenas.

Spectators

Spectators at World Equestrian Center are encouraged to visit the numerous vendors and retailers and take advantage of the amenities at the facility, such as on-site dining. In addition, leashed dogs are welcome at the World Equestrian Center and are able to travel freely about the facility with their handlers. All competitions are free and open to the public. Spectators at World Equestrian Center can park in the designated areas at the front of the facility.

The UF Veterinary Hospital at World Equestrian Center: Ocala

The UF Veterinary Hospital at World Equestrian Center provides leading-edge patient care in a new 40,000-square-foot hospital facility located in Ocala, Florida. Veterinarians from the University of Florida offer world-class veterinary care and advanced diagnostics and treatment for horses, dogs and cats.

The elegant Equestrian Hotel features 248 stylishly appointed rooms and suites. Guests can luxuriate at the hotel’s day spa and enjoy an array of pampering services, or spend the afternoon lounging poolside. Hotel amenities include a fitness center, room service, dry cleaning services and valet parking. Reservations for The Equestrian Hotel at the World Equestrian Center Ocala.

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Ocala Hotel Deals Near the World Equestrian Center

There are many quality hotels close to the World Equestrian Center offering special deals for show participants, support personnel, and spectators. Book your reservation now.

Best hotels that are less than four miles from the World Equestian Center Ocala

Springhill Suites by Marriott

Not only is this one of the closest hotels to the World Equestrian Center it enjoys the highest ranking among hotels in Ocala. This suite hotel is a new and modern facility that includes the amenities you would expect in a quality hotel such as free wifi, exercise room, breakfast option, and indoor swimming pool. Free cancellation, no prepayment required.

Best Western Ocala Park Centre

Located in Ocala, Best Western Ocala Park Centre is in the business district and is near World Equestrian Center and HITS Ocala Post Time Farm.

Ocala Vacation Rentals - Seasonal Rentals

Ocala offers hundreds of quality vacation rentals ranging from one bedroom condos to six bedroom waterfront lake houses. Make your reservation now for an accommodation near the World Equestrian Center in Ocala. Its never too early to book a desirable accomodation.

Weekly Stall: $300 Weekly Paddock: $350 Weekly stall/paddock reservations are open. A limited number of weekly stalls are offered. Stall Reservation Form

Calendar of Events at World Equestrian Center Ocala

Here is the annual calendar of events for the World Equestrian Center in Ocala. Please note that this calendar will be updated throughout the year as new events are added.

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

Summer 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.

The World Equestrian Center – Ocala 2022 Summer Hunter/Jumper Horse Show Series schedule includes:

Summer Series II: June 15-19 - USEF Premier "AA" & Jumper Level 6 Summer Series III: June 21-26 – CSI 3* USEF Premier “AA” & Jumper Level 6 Summer Series IV: June 28-July 3 – CSI 3* USEF Premier “AA” & Jumper Level 6 Summer Series V: July 6-10 – USEF Premier “AA” & Jumper Level 6

Summer Series VI: July 13-17 – USEF Premier “AA” & Jumper Level 6

Summer Series VII: July 20-24 – USEF Premier “AA” & Jumper Level 6

Summer Series VIII: July 27-31 – USEF Premier “AA” & Jumper Level 6

Summer Series IX: August 3-7 – USEF Premier “AA” & Jumper Level 6

Summer Series X: August 10-14 – USEF Premier “AA” & Jumper Level 6

Fall Hunter Jumper

November Show I Nov. 9 – Nov. 13

November Show II Nov. 16 – Nov. 20

December Show I  Dec. 7 – Dec. 11

December Show II Dec. 14 – Dec. 18

The Championship Shows

The Championship Show W Sept. 29 – Oct. 16, 2022
The Championship Show W Oct. 21 – Oct. 22, 2022  

USDF Dressage 2022

Dressage XIV Aug. 26

Dressage XV  Aug. 27 – Aug. 28

Dressage Level 5 CDI Sept. 15 – Sept. 18

Dressage IV Oct. 21 – Oct. 23

Dressage Level 5 CDI  Nov. 17 – Nov. 20

 Dressage V Dec. 15 – Dec. 18

World Equestrian Center is a Full Service Equestrian Facility

There is also schooling available to teach everything from cross country to horse jumping.

Four Climate Controlled Show Rings

The World Equestrian Center climate controlled horse show rings will provide cool and dry riding conditions during Florida's humid and rainy summers.

The Equestrian Hotel Restaurants and Other On Site Restaurants

Within the hotel, Stirrups for steak and seafood, the Yellow Pony Pub featuring food, drinks, and entertainment, and Emma's Patisserie. Other restaurants on the property include Filo’s Mexican Cantina, Ralph’s Burger - Sandwich Shop, Viola &  Dot’s Italian Kitchen and Pizzeria, and Miss Tilly’S Lollipops serving Ice Cream, candy and other goodies, will satisfy every appetite.

RV Park on Site

RV parking with 300 full service parking spaces including water, power, and Wi-Fi availability. If you don't have an RV, you can rent one in Ocala and have it delivered to you site. RVShare.com

Reserve a space at RV Slip.

Other Facilities at World Equestrian Center

Chapel

The chapel at World Equestrian Center Ocala serves as both a place for reflection and weddings. This facility seats over 100 guests and all are welcome.

Veterinary Clinic

The UF Veterinary Hospital at World Equestrian Center provides leading-edge patient care in a new 40,000-square-foot hospital facility located in Ocala, Florida. Veterinarians from the University of Florida offer world-class veterinary care and advanced diagnostics and treatment for horses, dogs and cats.

General Store

The General Store features a Boar’s Head deli case, made-to-order breakfast, deli sandwiches, baked goods, and packaged salads. All types of cold drinks as well as Starbucks coffee and espresso are also available.

Recommended Lodging

The Comfort Suites hotel is located off Interstate 75 in the heart of Ocala and Marion County, known as the Florida Horse Capital of the World. Guests of hotel can enjoy amenities and features like: Free wireless high-speed Internet access, Free local calls, Exercise room, Outdoor pool and hot tub.