As I sit here compiling this calendar, I’m staring out my window at snow, ice, and 9 degree temperatures. Last night, I mucked stalls and chipped ice out of frozen water buckets while wearing four shirts and three pairs of pants. Suffice to say, I’m dying with jealousy if you’re reading this article to plan out what you’ll be doing for your winter season in Florida.
Ocala is known as the horse capital of the world for a good reason. If you’re heading down to the sunshine state, you have a lot to look forward to. Not only will you enjoy the sunny skies, balmy temps, and equestrian community, but this state is bustling with great events to enjoy. From clinics to schooling shows to FEI events, Florida has something for every eventer this winter season.
We’ve compiled a list of Florida eventing opportunities here. We know we may have missed some, so you can let us know by emailing [email protected], and we’ll do our best to keep this list up to date with verified opportunities.
You can view the full recognized calendar of events by area on the USEA website here.
Don’t forget: these events don’t run without the valuable assistance of volunteers! You can earn volunteer incentive program points and good karma all around by donating a few hours of your time at your favorite event. Click here to view and sign up for opportunities near you!
Rocking Horse
Recognized Horse Trials
2/8 – 2/11 – Read our recap here!
2/29 – 3/3
Website
USEA Omnibus
Register on Event Entries
Open Date: Jan 16 Close Date: Feb 13
Beginner Novice through Advanced
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Florida Horse Park
Recognized Horse Trials
2/15 – 2/18
Website
USEA Omnibus
Register on Event Entries
Open Date: Jan 2 Close Date: Jan 30
Beginner Novice through Advanced
3/14 – 3/17
Website
USEA Omnibus
Register on Event Entries
Open Date: Jan 30 Close Date: Feb 27
Beginner Novice through Advanced
Three Lakes Horse Trials
Recognized Horse Trials
2/24 – 2/25
Website
USEA Omnibus
Register on Event Entries
Open Date: Jan 9 Close Date: Feb 6
Starter through Preliminary
Schooling Opportunities
Did we miss your event? Let us know by emailing [email protected]!
3/10 – Three Lakes 3 Phase Schooling Show
Website
Cross Country schooling on 3/9
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Majestic Oaks
Recognized Horse Trials
3/22 – 3/24
Website
USEA Omnibus
Register on Event Entries
Open Date: Feb 6 Close Date: Mar 5
Beginner Novice through Preliminary
Schooling Opportunities
2/21 – Majestic Oaks 3 Phase Schooling Show
Website
Register on Event Entries
Starter through Preliminary
TerraNova Equestrian Center
Recognized Horse Trial
3/28 – 3/31
Website
USEA Omnibus
Check Omnibus for Registration Information
Open Date: Feb 13 Close Date: Mar 12
Beginner Novice through Advance
CCI1*-S through CCI4*-S
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Horsepower Equestrian
Schooling Opportunities
2/20 – 2/21 – Erik Duvander Clinic
Register on Strider
Open Date: Dec 7 Close Date: Feb 13
Preliminary through Advanced Riders
Holling Eventing
Schooling Opportunities
3/18 – 3/19 – LandSafe Clinic
Register on Strider
Open Date: Jan 8 Close Date: Mar 11
All Riding Levels Welcome
Attending one of these events? Let us live vicariously through you! Tag us in your social media posts while you galavant around Florida this winter season. You might find your post embedded in one of our articles.
This article was sponsored by Ocala Horse Properties. Who better to keep up with what’s happening in Florida than Ocala’s premiere realtors? Owners Matt, Chris, and Rob live and breathe all things horse-related in the Ocala area. If you’re looking for real estate professionals in the know, check out the Ocala Horse Properties’ website.
