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World Equestrian Center Unveils New Equestrian Manor in Ocala
The World Equestrian Center in Ocala has opened The Equestrian Manor, a stunning new venue featuring restaurants, event spaces, and rooftop dining. This expansion adds to Ocala's reputation as the Horse Capital of the World and brings new dining and entertainment options for both locals and visitors. The multi-level venue includes multiple restaurants, a wine bar, and event facilities that will host everything from community gatherings to corporate events.
Lisa Seigler

Lisa Seigler

Jun 2, 2026

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Original article: World Equestrian Center Unveils New Equestrian Manor in Ocala

The World Equestrian Center in Ocala has opened The Equestrian Manor, a stunning new venue featuring restaurants, event spaces, and rooftop dining. This expansion adds to Ocala's reputation as the Horse Capital of the World and brings new dining and entertainment options for both locals and visitors. The multi-level venue includes multiple restaurants, a wine bar, and event facilities that will host everything from community gatherings to corporate events.

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  • OG
    Olivia Grant· Jun 6, 2:50 PM

    Can't wait to take my mom to see the new Equestrian Manor!

    • LS
      Lisa SeiglerAuthor· Jun 7, 11:37 AM

      That sounds like a wonderful outing! We hope you both enjoy seeing the new venue.

  • MR
    Mike R.· Jun 6, 1:45 AM

    Multiple restaurants in one building sounds convenient after a long show day.

    • JR
      Jules R.· Jun 7, 8:47 AM

      Mike R.Especially when everyone is hungry at once after the last class. Having choices in one spot sounds handy.

    • LS
      Lisa SeiglerAuthor· Jun 8, 12:03 AM

      It does! Having several dining choices in one venue could be handy after a long show day.

  • BC
    Bethany Cole· Jun 5, 7:22 PM

    Glad locals can enjoy the Equestrian Manor too, not just visitors!

    • OB
      Olivia B.· Jun 5, 11:36 PM

      Bethany ColeYes! I'm nearby and would love to go for dinner even when there isn't a show on.

  • SP
    Sam Patel· Jun 5, 5:38 PM

    A rooftop spot sounds great when the Ocala weather cools down!

  • ET
    Elaine T.· Jun 5, 2:39 PM

    Would love to see a community fundraiser held at the new Manor.

  • RJ
    Ricky James· Jun 4, 6:17 PM

    I'm more excited about the restaurants than the event rooms, honestly!

  • DH
    Denise Harper· Jun 4, 3:36 PM

    Ocala really is leaning into the Horse Capital name. This fits!

  • WP
    Will P.· Jun 4, 1:42 AM

    Wonder whether the new restaurants will be open year round?

  • MF
    Megan Foster· Jun 4, 12:43 AM

    Horse shows and rooftop dining? My out of town guests would love that!

    • NS
      Nina S.· Jun 5, 6:19 PM

      Megan FosterThat would make a fun day out for them. Watch a show, then head upstairs for dinner.

  • SK
    Sharon K.· Jun 4, 12:18 AM

    Hope they use the event space for public gatherings, not only corporate events.

    • LS
      Lisa SeiglerAuthor· Jun 4, 8:22 PM

      We hope so too! The venue plans to host community gatherings as well as corporate events.

  • EB
    Evan Brooks· Jun 3, 8:28 PM

    More dining choices for people visiting Ocala is a good thing!

  • PD
    Pam D.· Jun 3, 3:19 PM

    The wine bar caught my eye! Sounds like a fun date night.

  • CR
    Carlos Rivera· Jun 3, 1:37 PM

    Looks beautiful, but I wonder what dinner on that rooftop costs.

  • LM
    Lisa M.· Jun 3, 7:30 AM

    My family visits the equestrian center often. We'll have to check this out!

    • RD
      Renee D.· Jun 4, 5:43 PM

      Lisa M.Let us know what you think if you go. My family usually packs food, but we might try it next time.

  • BW
    Ben Walker· Jun 3, 7:13 AM

    Curious what kind of food the Manor restaurants will serve.

    • PT
      Paul T.· Jun 5, 4:40 AM

      Ben WalkerI'm wondering too. I'd love a casual lunch option alongside the fancier places.

  • NS
    Nora S.· Jun 3, 6:42 AM

    Nice to have another event space in Ocala for local groups!

  • FL
    Frankie Lewis· Jun 3, 6:34 AM

    I hope there's plenty of parking near the new restaurants.

  • AB
    Ashley B.· Jun 3, 6:26 AM

    Rooftop dinner after a horse show sounds pretty nice to me!

    • LS
      Lisa SeiglerAuthor· Jun 4, 2:08 AM

      Rooftop dining sounds like a lovely way to end a day at the show!

  • GM
    George Miller· Jun 3, 5:26 AM

    The World Equestrian Center keeps growing. Hard to believe how much is there now!

    • LS
      Lisa SeiglerAuthor· Jun 4, 1:14 AM

      It really has grown! The Equestrian Manor adds dining, rooftop space and event facilities to the center.

  • TA
    Tina Alvarez· Jun 3, 3:46 AM

    Love seeing Ocala get more places for community gatherings!

    • CP
      Carol P.· Jun 3, 6:30 PM

      Tina AlvarezI hope they host some public events there. It would be nice to have another place to meet up.

    • LS
      Lisa SeiglerAuthor· Jun 5, 2:22 AM

      We agree, it’s exciting to see another space for Ocala neighbors to come together.

  • RC
    Rob C.· Jun 3, 3:37 AM

    Wonder if you can visit the rooftop without attending an event?

  • JP
    Janelle Price· Jun 3, 3:28 AM

    A wine bar at the Equestrian Manor sounds like a nice night out!

  • K
    kim_87· Jun 3, 2:03 AM

    Hope the restaurants have some affordable options for locals too.

    • SK
      Samir K.· Jun 3, 8:28 PM

      kim_87Agreed. A reasonably priced meal would make it easier to stop by more often.

    • LS
      Lisa SeiglerAuthor· Jun 5, 1:38 AM

      That would be great for locals. We don’t have menu prices yet, but we’ll be interested to see the options.

  • DT
    Dave Thompson· Jun 3, 12:51 AM

    Another place to eat at the World Equestrian Center? I'm in!

    • LS
      Lisa SeiglerAuthor· Jun 4, 6:17 AM

      There will be multiple restaurants to explore, plus a wine bar!

  • MG
    Maria G.· Jun 2, 11:57 PM

    Rooftop dining in Ocala sounds lovely! Can't wait to see the view!

    • DH
      Derek H.· Jun 4, 9:09 AM

      Maria G.Same here. I wonder if you can see the show grounds from up there.

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