Starting Nov. 28, World Equestrian Center – Ocala in Central Florida brings back its annual Winter Wonderland, dazzling family travelers this holiday season. With more than 1 million twinkling lights, the month-long event transforms the property into a holiday destination, complete with immersive décor and family-friendly experiences.
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Winter Wonderland brings back meet-and-greets with Santa and the Grinch. Find Santa in Indoor Arena 2 and catch the Grinch’s antics (as well as Thing 1 and Thing 2 and Cindy Lou Who) in Indoor Arena 1. Every Friday and Saturday through Dec. 23, visitors can also expect a full lineup of live holiday performances, face painting, balloon artists and seasonal bites.
There will also be a breakfast with Santa on select dates, featuring children’s crafts, story time and a special gift from Santa. On Fridays and Saturdays, Enchanted Entertainment sees beloved princesses and superheroes, caricaturists, face painters and balloon artists come to the property to spread holiday cheer. Also on Fridays and Saturdays, guests and visitors can find festive food and Wondrous Hot Cocoa in the plaza.
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