2025 Winter Wonderland
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World Equestrian Center – Ocala Winter Wonderland
Presented by AdventHealth
November 28 – December 23, 2025
Wednesday through Sunday, 5pm–9pm
Entertainment on Fridays & Saturdays (+ December 21-23)
Step into the magic of the season as over one million twinkling lights transform World Equestrian Center – Ocala into a dazzling Winter Wonderland. From breathtaking decorations to festive fun for the whole family, this holiday tradition is guaranteed to fill your evenings with cheer. Meet Santa Claus in Indoor Arena 2 or sneak off for some mischievous fun with the Grinch in Indoor Arena 1.
On Fridays and Saturdays, the wonder grows with a full lineup of live holiday entertainment, including a rotating cast of characters, face painters, balloon artists, and festive seasonal bites. Don’t miss the heartwarming and ever-popular Breakfast with Santa events on select dates to get in the spirit of the season!
Lights turn on nightly at 5pm. Admission tickets are required for event entry. Tickets should be purchased in advance but can be purchased on-site while availability allows.
Admission Ticket Prices:
Purchase in advance and save!
Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, 3pm – 9pm
Advanced Purchase: $5 Per Person
Day-Of: $7 Per Person
Free for Children 4 and Under
Friday, Saturday (+ December 21-23), 3pm – 9pm
Advanced: $10 Per Person
Day-Of: $12 Per Person
Free for Children 4 and Under
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What to Expect
Wednesday - Sunday at Winter Wonderland
- Holiday Lights | Wednesday through Sunday, 5pm-9pm, WEC Grand Plaza
Take pictures worthy of any holiday card with friends and family at one of many show-stopping feature displays on the Grand Plaza, like a life-sized lighted horse and carriage, walk-through Christmas tree and so much more. - Meet Santa | Wednesday through Sunday, 5pm-9pm, Indoor Arena 2
Have you been good this year? Santa is taking a special break from his workshop to visit WEC Winter Wonderland. Capture the tender moment with a digital keepsake selfie photo and write a letter to Santa. - Greet The Grinch | Wednesday through Sunday, 5pm-9pm, Indoor Arena 1
Step into Whoville to greet the Grinch! Find Cindy Lou Who, Thing 1 and Thing 2 and Max at the Grinch’s lair.
Additional Entertainment Fridays & Saturdays at Winter Wonderland (+ December 21-23)
- Enchanted Entertainment | Fridays & Saturdays, 5pm-9pm, WEC Grand Plaza
Your favorite princesses and superheroes rotate appearances alongside cheery caricaturists, face painters and balloon artists throughout the plaza spreading joy and fun. - Festive Fare | Fridays & Saturdays, 5pm-9pm, WEC Grand Plaza
Find festive food on the plaza including pizza, loaded macaroni and cheese bowls, French fries, corndogs, popcorn, a candy buffet, Wondrous Hot Cocoa and other seasonal bites and sweet treats. Festive beverages and spirits are available for adults at designated cash bars.
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Parking & Transportation
- General parking will be located brand new parknig garage near The Riding Academy Hotel OR on grass and other property areas where space allows.
- Upgrade to VIP parking close to the event entrance at Indoor Arena 1 for $25 per vehicle.
- Bus parking is available on-site. Dropoff location is between Indoor Arena 1 and Indoor Arena 2.
- Accessible parking will be available at Indoor Arena 2.
- Personal golf carts will not be allowed on the plaza during Winter Wonderland. Golf cart parking is available along the west side of Indoor Arena 3.
- Weekend golf cart shuttles will be available for those who require assistance.
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Stay Enchanted
Make the holidays magical when you stay on-site at World Equestrian Center. Reserve a Winter Wonderland two-night stay package for an enchanted experience for the whole family at The Equestrian Hotel or The Riding Academy Hotel. Packages include:
- Two-Night Stay
- Tickets to Breakfast with Santa
- Admission to Winter Wonderland
- Christmas Cookie Decorating Kit
- Mystery Stocking (option for custom embroidery at an additional cost)
- Commemorative WEC Ornament
Click here for information on our stay packages available.
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Please Note:
- Personal golf carts will not be allowed on the plaza during Winter Wonderland. Golf cart parking is available along the west side of Indoor Arena 3.
- Weekend shuttles will be available for those who require assistance.
- No refund will be given within 48 hours, unless the event is canceled by World Equestrian Center – Ocala due to inclement weather
- Taxes and online service fees may still apply
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If you have questions regarding this event, please reach out to:
Kim Kent, Assistant Director of Special Events
1390 NW 80th Ave Ocala, FL 34482
Office: 352-414-7855
Email: kimberly.kent@wec.net
www.wec.net
Ocala, FL 34482