A hands-on training and educational seminar for you and your dog from a trainer with a security background. Tickets are $150 for audit privileges to watch, and $300 for working with your dog in classes. Note: Bring a crate for your dog for use during non-class time. See worldequestriancenter.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to attend. This is a great way to learn about native animals and their distinct habitats. For more info, ocalafl.gov/recpark
Times vary, see website - Morgans and Saddlebred horses are distinctly American breeds, and were bred to offer easy gaits meant for long days in the saddle and fast trotting. Free to spectators; food options onsite. For more info, fmha.net/summers-end-horse-show
These two events offer a variety of spectating choices. Food and drink vendors onsite. For more info, flhorsepark.com
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to attend. This is a great way to learn about native animals and their distinct habitats. For more info, ocalafl.gov/recpark
Multiple races with great prizes and exciting action, all free to spectators with food and drink options onsite. For more info, see mjcloward.wixsite.com/pacwestbarrelracing
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to attend. This is a great way to learn about native animals and their distinct habitats. For more info, ocalafl.gov/recpark
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Shows of precision and partnership between horse and rider are on display in these dressage classes. The horse park has vendors and food options onsite. See flhorsepark.com for more information.
WEC is welcoming those who want some practice time in the big arenas with schooling days for fall. Dressage rings, hunter and jumper courses are set in various arenas, all indoors. Ship-in only, and fees are $40 per horse, per day. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com.
Put your ranger hat on and join park staff for this educational presentation and weekly hike at an area park. Free to attend for all, this is a great way to learn about native animals and their distinct habitats here in Ocala. The topics and park locations vary; see the website for more information at […]
WEC is welcoming those who want some practice time in the big arenas with schooling days for fall. Dressage rings, hunter and jumper courses are set in various arenas, all indoors. Ship-in only, and fees are $40 per horse, per day. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com.
After a hiatus due to COVID-19, this world-famous yard sale features all things equine, with saddles, bridles, riding attire, boots, horse equipment, grooming supplies, horse clothes and more. Door prizes and stores savings. Food trucks will be onsite. The event is free to attend. For more information, contact tackshackprojects@gmail.com.
The park hosts this benefit show to help Chad Smith, who was injured in a bull riding accident nine years ago. The rodeo includes bull riding, a corn hole tournament, live music from Cam Wheaton, bounce houses for the kids, a variety of vendors, food and drink options and more. See bit.ly/3LM1ZWp for more information.
The Ocala Farmers Market and the Senior Resource Foundation of Ocala host this annual doggone good time. It’s a doggy expo with vendors, charities, food trucks, a dog costume contest and more. Free to attend, the event benefits Marion County Animal Services and Marion Senior Services. For more information, visit srfofocala.org.
The spectacular horses of the Iberian Peninsula include Lusitanos, Andalusians and more, and among the presentations will be riding classes and dressage performances. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com.
This championship show features Tennessee Walkers, Paso Finos, Rocky Mountain Horses and other gaited breeds. Classes for youth, junior riders, pleasure, barefoot and contest classes like the Egg and Spoon will be held. The event is free to attend, and there are vendors and food options onsite. See flhorsepark.com for more information.
Put your ranger hat on and join park staff for this educational presentation and weekly hike at an area park. Free to attend for all, this is a great way to learn about native animals and their distinct habitats here in Ocala. The topics and park locations vary; see the website for more information at […]
The Florida State Animal Response Coalition (FL SARC) will conduct training for how to respond to save animals and operate temporary emergency shelters during disasters. The training is open to the public, and attendees must be age 18 or older. It is FEMA approved and required to be a FL SARC disaster responder involving the […]
This fall/winter series continues its two months of hunter/jumper shows with a variety of classes for amateurs and professionals. Classes will be held in both indoor and outdoor arenas. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com
Put your ranger hat on and join park staff for this educational presentation and weekly hike at an area park. Free to attend for all, this is a great way to learn about native animals and their distinct habitats here in Ocala. The topics and park locations vary; see the website for more information at […]
This Friday fun match and weekend dog show highlights the sight hound breeds including whippets, greyhounds and other racers. Classes include straight races and lure courses. Visit whippetnationals.com for more information.
This fall/winter series continues its two months of hunter/jumper shows with a variety of classes for amateurs and professionals. Classes will be held in both indoor and outdoor arenas. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com
Put your ranger hat on and join park staff for this educational presentation and weekly hike at an area park. Free to attend for all, this is a great way to learn about native animals and their distinct habitats here in Ocala. The topics and park locations vary; see the website for more information at […]
Meetings are on the third Thursday of each month. The group has a booth at the OTOW Farmer’s Market, collects donations of pet food and supplies, rescues animals, offers fostering services and places pets in new homes. For more information, visit spcaofmarioncounty.weebly.com
These low-key shows feature Western and English classes with a variety of levels and breeds. Florida 4H and AWHA rules apply. The park has food options onsite. For more information, visit sunshinestateops.com
This winter series continues its two months of hunter/jumper shows with a variety of classes for amateurs and professionals. Classes will be held in both indoor and outdoor arenas. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com
This week opens the winter series that goes through January with weekly hunter-jumper shows, culminating in the show jumping Grand Prix on Sundays with grand prizes. Classes include youth riders, re-trained thoroughbreds, adult amateur riders and more. See hitsshows.com/ocala for more information.
Weekend days through December, former Ringling and Cavalia star Sylvia Zerbini will perform with over 20 horses in this show. Tickets are $35 -$60 and available at bit.ly/3TaAwSF.
This winter series continues its two months of hunter/jumper shows with a variety of classes for amateurs and professionals. Classes will be held in both indoor and outdoor arenas. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com
This week opens the winter series that goes through January with weekly hunter-jumper shows, culminating in the show jumping Grand Prix on Sundays with grand prizes. Classes include youth riders, re-trained thoroughbreds, adult amateur riders and more. See hitsshows.com/ocala for more information.
Put your ranger hat on and join park staff for this educational presentation and weekly hike at an area park. Free to attend for all, this is a great way to learn about native animals and their distinct habitats here in Ocala. The topics and park locations vary; see the website for more information at […]
Weekend days through December, former Ringling and Cavalia star Sylvia Zerbini will perform with over 20 horses in this show. Tickets are $35 -$60 and available at bit.ly/3TaAwSF.
This winter series continues with a variety of classes for amateurs and professionals. Free and open to the public. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com
Playing games on horseback is the event, with relay races, pole bending, balloon popping and more. Free to the public. Vendors for food and drink onsite. For more information, visit usmga.us
Join Marion Audubon on a free bird walk. This location is ideal for birders of all levels, especially for beginners and wildlife photographers. Bring binoculars if you have them. RSVP (not required but preferred) at meetu.ps/e/ML67S/zncng/I For more information, visit marionaudubon.org/events
This winter series continues with a variety of classes for amateurs and professionals. Free and open to the public. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com
The high-stepping horses hit the arena with multiple levels and classes competing. The event is free to attend. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com
This classic rodeo event features barrel racers, racing around three barrels without knocking any of them over. For more information, email mbrandonperdue@gmail.com
This winter series continues with a variety of classes for amateurs and professionals. Free and open to the public. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com
This winter series continues its two months of hunter/jumper shows with a variety of classes for amateurs and professionals. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit worldequestriancenter.com
An indoor show featuring the world’s biggest breeds of horses: Clydesdales, Belgians and Percherons, all showing off their fancy footwork and pulling beautiful carts and carriages. Tickets start at $35 and food vendors are onsite. Free parking is available around Arena 5 and Expo 2. For more information, visit grandviewworldnights.com
Fast moving barrel horses and riders race to beat the clock. See selp.marionfl.org for more information.
Marion County Animal Services holds a seminar on cat care and will have cats for adoption after the program. Check out bit.ly/3Uh2jS7 for more information.
This renowned driving and show jumping event bring international teams of horses and drivers to splash through water hazards, navigate between cones and cover an outdoor obstacle course. There’s also a show jumping component, and this year, the youth division continues to nurture young talents. The weekend offers driving dressage classes, cross-country driving and arena […]
Join Festivals of Speed to celebrate the 150th Running of the Kentucky Derby, with 200+ exotic, classic, muscle cars, motorcycles and luxury brands. The WEC hotel features retail space, restaurants, craft cocktail bars and more. Cars will be displayed in front of the hotel on pavers in the grand plaza. Join the fun and wear […]
WEC is hosting its annual Hat Party to celebrate this year's "running of the roses." The Kentucky Derby celebrates its 150th anniversary, a major milestone for the world's most pre-eminent horse race. WEC has an entire day of festivities planned. The Hat Party is scheduled to begin at 5 PM. Guests will be treated to […]
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