Watch a Preview to Paris at World Equestrian Center – Ocala
March 5, 2024 - Ocala, FL
Photo by Andrew Ryback Photography
Photo by Andrew Ryback Photography
World Equestrian Center – Ocala will be one of five major venues to host a leg of the new Longines League of Nations™ Team Competition on March 20-23, 2024. Joining Abu Dhabi, St. Gallen, Rotterdam and Barcelona, WEC – Ocala will welcome the world’s best Jumping athletes in what is sure to be a preview of teams that will compete for glory this summer in Paris. Don’t miss your opportunity to watch the top international horses and riders in action throughout the week.
General admission tickets are required to view events in the WEC Grand Arena on Thursday-Saturday, March 21-23, and are $10 per day. General admission is free on Wednesday, March 20, and Sunday, March 24.
Prior to Saturday’s Longines League of Nations™ Team Competition, riders and horses will be tested over a five-star course when they contend for an individual victory in the $330,000 Lugano Diamonds Grand Prix CSIO5* on Thursday, March 21, starting at 7 p.m.
Reserved Seating tickets and Grand Terrace Dining packages are still available for Thursday evening. Secure your ringside seats today!
2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series Finale Week Schedule*
7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 20 – $1,000 1.40m Two Phase CSIO5*
Five-star horse-and-rider combinations will have the opportunity to compete in a two-phase class under the lights in the WEC Grand Arena.
7:00 p.m., Thursday, March 21 – $330,000 Lugano Diamonds Grand Prix CSIO5*
On Thursday evening, watch athletes from around the world compete over 1.60m tracks for $330,000 in prize money.
7:00 p.m., Friday, March 22 – $15,000 Buckeye Nutrition Futures Prix
Future stars of Jumping will take center stage on Friday evening to compete under the lights in the $15,000 Buckeye Nutrition Futures Prix.
4:00 p.m., Saturday, March 23 – $770,000 Longines League of Nations™ Team Competition
The week reaches a pinnacle on Saturday with the Longines League of Nations™ qualifying event, where the world’s top 10 teams compete in a two-round format.
2:30 p.m. – Seating Open
4:00 p.m. – Parade of Nations
4:30 p.m. – First Round, Top 10 Teams
7:30 p.m. – Second Round, Top 8 Teams
*All competition start times are subject to change
Stay at World Equestrian Center – Ocala
Experience the thrill of the action first-hand with a range of world-class spectator experiences designed for every enthusiast. Don’t miss a moment by reserving your accommodations on-site in the heart of America’s horse country.
Visit the dedicated event website at weclonginesleagueofnations.com to stay up to date on all the emerging details for this exciting international competition.
About World Equestrian Center
World Equestrian Center features two premier equestrian and multidisciplinary venues in Ocala, Florida, and Wilmington, Ohio.
These exclusive facilities comprise state-of-the-art arenas, expansive stadiums, versatile outdoor space, sporting fields and well-appointed exposition centers. An abundance of lodging options and luxury accommodations are conveniently located on-site, along with shopping and dining throughout each property.
Dedicated to offering great sport and good fun in a family-friendly environment, World Equestrian Center promises an unparalleled experience for exhibitors, spectators, vendors, sponsors and retailers built on three core values: Quality. Class. Distinction.
Learn more at wec.net.
Media Contact
Justin Garner
Justin.garner@wec.net
