A new, 180,000-square-foot event venue that is under construction at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala is taking form with its opening scheduled for the coming months.

The Equestrian Manor is currently under construction at the World Equestrian Center (WEC), which is located at 1750 NW 80th Ave in Ocala.

Since construction began, WEC has regularly provided updates in the form of aerial photos showing the venue.

Construction of The Equestrian Manor has been progressing, with the organization's website still showing a planned fall opening.
Construction of The Equestrian Manor has been progressing, with the organization’s website still showing a planned fall opening. Credit: World Equestrian Center

Although the specific date hasn’t been announced, WEC’s website has consistently shown the project debuting this fall.

The Equestrian Manor will host conferences, weddings, and other events and will feature state-of-the-art, grand and junior ballrooms, meeting rooms, pre-function space, a dedicated bridal suite, banquet space, covered balconies, an expansive outdoor event lawn, a pavilion, and globally inspired dining, according to WEC.

Earlier this year, the organization announced that The Equestrian Manor will feature the following three restaurants: The Polo Pony (American), Genievieve’s (Italian), and The White Willow (Asian). Two of the businesses will feature rooftop dining.

The Equestrian Manor will open at the World Equestrian Center this fall.
A rendering showing The Equestrian Manor, which will have four different eateries and several other state-of-the-art amenities. Credit: World Equestrian Center

In addition to the three restaurants, the venue will also have a second Emma’s Patisserie location.

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