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The World Equestrian Center
The Equestrian Manor Event Center - Now Open
Central Florida, Orlando, Gainesville
Service area
Holds ceremonies and receptions
If you're getting married in North Central Florida, you have a lot of venues to choose from. While the World Equestrian Center is certainly one of the finest anywhere, what makes it even better is the staff ready to help you put the wedding of your dreams together.
Lots of venues are nice and worth considering, but what sets WEC apart from the others is how they treat you from the moment you step foot on the property when considering this as a place for your wedding, until the lights are turned off following your wedding reception.
The options at the World Equestrian Center are vast, and one more amazing then the next. The chapel, right on the property, is the perfect place to say your "I do's" if you're looking for a more traditional place to exchange your vows. But there are also beautiful outdoor locations as well as The Manor. Make sure you check them all out.
Following your ceremony, why not hold your reception inside The Manor, an elegant facility perfect for ending your wedding day and giving yourselves and your guests and experience they will not soon forget.
No matter where you live, taking a tour and considering having your wedding at the World Equestrian Center is a decision you will not regret. So, reach out to their incredible staff who are ready to help you with anything you need. You will not find better people to work with anywhere!
We had the absolute pleasure of photographing Sam & Monica’s wedding at The World Equestrian Center, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. As photographers from Visual Arts Wedding Photography, we could not have asked for a more breathtaking venue or a more supportive team. From start to finish, the staff at WEC were professional, accommodating, and a joy to work with—making the entire day seamless for everyone involved.
The setting itself is nothing short of spectacular, offering a perfect backdrop for capturing timeless wedding moments. Every corner of the property radiates elegance, which translated beautifully into our photographs.
We are so grateful to the WEC team for their dedication and warmth, and we are already looking forward to capturing many more weddings at this extraordinary venue.
Meet the team
- Brandy HooperSenior Catering Sales ManagerBrandy Hooper serves as the Senior Catering & Wedding Sales Manager at the World Equestrian Center – Ocala, where she brings a distinctive blend of creativity, hospitality expertise, and entrepreneurial experience to every celebration she curates. With a career spanning luxury hotels, restaurants, and education—as well as owning and operating her own wedding coordination business—Brandy offers a uniquely well-rounded perspective that allows her to guide couples with both confidence and care. Her background in hospitality has shaped a deep understanding of service at every level, from intimate dining experiences to large-scale, multi-day events. Combined with her experience as a business owner in wedding coordination, Brandy approaches each celebration with a planner’s mindset—anticipating needs, refining details, and ensuring a seamless flow from the earliest stages of planning through the final moments of the event. In addition to her hospitality career, Brandy’s foundation in education has instilled a thoughtful, organized, and highly communicative approach to client relationships. She is known for making the planning process feel approachable and effortless, while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. At one of the country’s most distinctive luxury destinations, Brandy specializes in creating elevated, personalized wedding experiences that reflect each couple’s unique vision. Whether designing an intimate gathering or a grand, multi-day celebration, she is dedicated to delivering an experience that feels both beautifully executed and genuinely meaningful.
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