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Florida Horse Park Ocala and Nearby HotelsShow Jumping | Dressage | Eventing | Western Shows | Barrel Racing | Ocala Polo Club11008 South Hwy 475 Ocala, FL 34480. Phone 352-307-6699 Florida Horse Park
Horse Park Calendar of EventsThe park hosts a variety of
events throughout the year, such
as horse shows, polo, clinics,
competitions, festivals, concerts, and more. Some of the notable events include
the Grandview Invitational, a carriage driving event that features international
competitors and spectators. The Ocala Winter Circuit, a series of hunter/jumper
shows
attracts top riders and horses
from around the world. The
Florida International Three-Day
Event, a prestigious equestrian
triathlon that tests the skills
and stamina of horse and rider
is also a Florida Horse Park favorite. Horse Park AmenitiesThe park also offers many
amenities and services for its
guests, such as RV and tent
camping, stalls and paddocks,
trails and obstacle courses,
arenas and cross-country
courses, and a clubhouse and
pavilion. The park is open to
the public for daily use, and
also provides educational
programs and clinics for riders
of all levels and disciplines.
Horse Park ManagementThe park is managed by the Florida Agriculture Center and Horse Park Authority, a state agency focused on the quality of Florida Horse Park facilities and events. According to the Horse Park Authority, Florida Horse Park is more than just a place for horses. "It is a place where people can enjoy the outdoors, learn new skills, meet new friends, and have fun. It is a place where the equestrian community can thrive and grow, and where the public can appreciate the beauty and value of horses." Florida Horse Park FacilitiesFlorida Horse Park is Florida's go to horse show facility for regional, state, and local horse shows. (The Park is also known as Ocala Horse Park or Horse Park Ocala.) With over 500 acres this state operated horse show facility has consistenly served the equestrian community in a professional manner. The park offers 320 permanent stables that are supplemented with temporary stables during larger events. Florida Horse Park offers a 212' by 350' covered arena with a clay and sand footing. Florida Horse Park offers four FEI level dressage arenas and hosts many rated shows including Wellington Classic Dressage, Western Dressage and the Ocala Eventing Series. Park Cross Country AreaFlorida Horse Park provides a cross country area for eventing and cross country trials. The cross country space may be set up in varied configurations for different events using provided cross country jumps. The park has over 100 cross country jumps, two FEI qualified show jumping sets, and the necessary barrels for barrel racing. ![]() Florida Horse Park Equestrian Calendar of Events Listed by Month Click HereHotels near Florida Horse ParkThe hotels nearest Florida Horse Park are located just east of I-75 and south of State Rd 40. Favorite Florida Horse Park hotels include the Hampton Inn and Suites and the Microtel Inn and Suites , both less than three miles from Florida Horse Park. Also, the highly rated Holiday Inn and Suites is just 7 miles from Florida Horse Park. Find the best deals on hotels and accommodations near Florida Horse Park. Enjoy quality hotels, suites, VRBO vacation rentals, and RV rentals that are available within close proximity to Florida Horse Park. The closest hotels are located in Belleview, west on State Rd 110 about three miles from Florida Horse Park. Sometimes, Florida Horse Park is called Ocala Horse Park or simply horse park. Hampton Inn Hotel Suites
Sleep Inn & SuitesOcala Micro Inn & Suites by Wyndham OcalaHilton Ocala HotelOcala RV Parks and RV RentalsStaying at an Ocala RV Park will give you the privacy you enjoy and you can rent an RV if you don't have one of your own. You can request to have your rental RV set up at a nearby RV park, and move in when you arrive. The World Equestrian Center offers RV sites on their premises for long and short stays. RV discount supplies and repairs. Florida Horse Park Showing Show OrganizationsFlorida Cutting Horse AssociationThe Florida Cutting Horse Association host several shows a year at Florida Horse Park. Cutting horses are used to cull calves and cattle in ranch activity. Thus, cutting horse skills are demonstrated at these horse shows in the form of competition. 2024 Florida Cutting Horse Association Show Dates February 8-11 April 19-21 May 17-19 September 13-15 December 29- Ocala Polo Club
Ocala Eventing SeriesThe Ocala Eventing Series is one of the most popular series of equestrian events held at Florida Horse Park throughout the year. Eventing consists of dressage, cross country jumping, and show jumping combined into one total score. Ocala Eventing Series tests are held throughout the year. Click link to see the 2024 schedule. POP Show Schedule at Florida Horse ParkPartners of the Park sponsors a series of open eventing trials at Florida Horse Park with events scheduled April - December. 2024 Show Dates April 28 May 26 June 9 July 14 August 18 September 22 October 27 December 22. Over 50% of the funds raised by POP directly benefit Florida Horse Park. Stride Dressage at Florida Horse ParkSTRIDE is an active riding and driving Dressage Club located in the Ocala, Florida area. In addition to hosting five schooling shows a year, STRIDE sponsors clinics, workshops and activities geared for ALL dressage enthusiasts from beginner to advanced, in Traditional Dressage, Driven Dressage, or Western Dressage. Sunshine Region Pony Club"The United States Pony Clubs, Inc., develops character, leadership, confidence and a sense of community in youth. All this is taught through a program that teaches the care of horses and ponies, riding, and mounted sports." Also, the Sunshine Region Pony Club sponsors dressage, show jumping, and eventing at the Florida Horse Park throughout the year. Click on link to view their calendar of events. We Are Combined DrivingWe are Combined Driving is an equestrian driving organization sponsoring combined driving events at Florida Horse Park. Additionally, Combined Driving hold competions at several other equestrian facilities throughout the South. Wellington Classic DressageWellington Classic Dressage holds several rated dressage shows at Florida Horse Park each year that are very popular with dressage riders and viewers . Ocala Summer Fun I JUNE 22-23, 2024, Ocala Summer Fun II JULY 20-21, 2024, Ocala Fall Dressage II+ October 12-13, 2024 | |
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