About us
Nestled in the Horse Capital of the World and now open is the Ocala, Florida location. This world-class facility is the largest equestrian complex in the United States situated on nearly 378 acres of state-of-the-art arenas and luxury accommodations with an additional 300 acres set aside for future expansion. At the intersection of tradeshows, events, meetings and hospitality, World Equestrian Center – Ocala offers a rare combination of quality and capacity. This world-class destination is home to two exposition centers totaling over 250,000 square feet of flexible indoor space to accommodate a variety of sporting events, conventions and tradeshows.
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Amenities
- Alcohol (Preferred vendors)
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Furniture
- Internet access
- Lighting
- Onsite restaurant
- Other decor (Bring your own)
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Table linens
- Wheelchair accessible
- Golf course on grounds
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Spa or salon
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Portable heaters
- Portable walls
- Staging area
- Alcohol (Preferred vendors)
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Furniture
- Internet access
- Lighting
- Onsite restaurant
- Other decor (Bring your own)
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Table linens
- Wheelchair accessible
- Golf course on grounds
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Spa or salon
Seasonal Availability
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Meeting rooms
Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1,990 sq. ft. - | - | 60 | - | 60 | - | - | - | - | - | |
2,390 sq. ft. - | - | 575 | - | 375 | 575 | - | - | - | - | |
1,031 sq. ft. - | - | 100 | - | - | 100 | - | - | - | - | |
1,990 sq. ft. - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
10,512 sq. ft. 72 x 146 sq. ft. | 16 ft. | 1200 | 96 | 848 | 1078 | 1200 | 450 | - | 150 | |
3,492 sq. ft. 36 x 97 sq. ft. | 13.8 ft. | 336 | 48 | 260 | - | 336 | 120 | - | 90 | |
1,728 sq. ft. 36 x 48 sq. ft. | 13.8 ft. | 168 | 30 | 120 | - | 168 | 60 | - | 42 | |
1,764 sq. ft. 36 x 49 sq. ft. | 13.8 ft. | 168 | 30 | 120 | - | 168 | 60 | - | 42 | |
828 sq. ft. 36 x 23 sq. ft. | 15 ft. | 84 | 21 | 50 | - | 84 | 24 | - | 24 |
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Facility Restrictions
The following items are exclusive: Food & Beverage, IT, Power and Rigging.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel by 4:00 PM EST at least 72 hours prior to arrival to avoid a one-night room and tax charge. Cancellations within 72 hours and no-shows will incur a one-night room and tax fee. Cancellation policy may differ based on restricted events and/or group reservations.
Additional details
The Equestrian Hotel features 248 stylishly-appointed rooms and suites, many of which overlook the open-air Grand Arena below. Guests can enjoy the view of world-class equestrian events right from their rooms and suites. The Riding Academy Hotel in Ocala, Florida—the newest, 390-room addition to the impressive campus of World Equestrian Center. Hotel amenities include an outdoor pool and sundeck, two high-caliber fitness centers and a grab-and-go lobby marketplace.
World Equestrian Center Ocala, FL Frequently Asked Questions
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