World Equestrian Center – Ocala Releases Call for Vendors

Vendors interested in partnering with World Equestrian Center – Ocala for its inaugural winter show season may apply now to be a part of the superior shopping experience that will be offered for all exhibitors and guests starting in January 2021.

With more than 100,000 square feet of retail space at its new facility, World Equestrian Center – Ocala is dedicating multiple separate areas to retail space, all convenient to the barns and arenas, as well as to the luxurious five-star hotel.

Photo by WEC.

“Vendors who attend the first year of World Equestrian Center – Ocala competition will find a unique event, a supportive, modern facility and strong foot traffic from horse show attendees,” said Roby Roberts.

Vendors can expect a strong winter season with competitors flocking to see and compete at the new, state-of-the-art facility. More than 95% of stalls have been reserved for the entire hunter/jumper winter circuit, which runs January 5 through March 28. Vendors can also expect to see dressage riders during the winter during their five weeks of competition on January 8 through April 18, which includes a CDI international competition on April 15-18.

Vendors will appreciate the 24-hour security detail and vast network of cameras on the property, a climate-controlled space, as well as fully-operational and easily-accessible electric and wireless internet. Spaces start at 10×10 feet and are available in multiple sizes, and custom arrangements can be made. Trailers of all sizes can be accommodated.

Become a vendor at World Equestrian Center – Ocala for the unique opportunity to showcase your business on one of the largest equestrian stages in the nation. The dedicated vendor areas are an important aspect to the exhibitor experience at World Equestrian Center, whether it be to fill a last-minute need or to provide quality shopping and convenience for horses and riders. Vendor space is available for the entire winter circuit or on a weekly basis.

The World Equestrian Center is a world-class multi-indoor and -outdoor arena facility with exceptional amenities that will accommodate numerous disciplines from the equine industry.

Click here for the 2021 Vendor Rate Sheet and for more information on being a vendor at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Contact Vendor Coordinator Christy Baxter at christy.baxter@wec.net or 561-252-4510 to reserve your spot today.

About the World Equestrian Center

The World Equestrian Center features two premiere multidisciplinary horse show venues located in Wilmington, Ohio and Ocala, Florida.  The Wilmington, Ohio facility includes more than 200,000 square feet of climate-controlled indoor riding space and features premium footing, permanent stabling and onsite accommodations. The facility hosts 32 WEC-owned US Equestrian rated hunter/jumper horse shows each year as well as top AQHA shows, breed shows, clinics and other events.

Opening in 2021, the World Equestrian Center — Ocala, Florida will provide world-class equestrian competition in all disciplines and equestrian-inspired country club living adjacent to the fabulous Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club.

Dedicated to offering great sport and good fun in a family friendly environment, the World Equestrian Center promises their exhibitors a horse show experience built on three core values: Quality. Class. Distinction. For more information, click here.


All photos by WEC.