Florida Encounter

World Equestrian Center | Ocala, Florida


Tentative Schedule of Events

All functions will take place at the World Equestrian Center unless otherwise noted.

5:00 am - 8:00 pm

Ground Transportation

Transportation

Regular shuttles will run from the Orlando International Airport to the World Equestrian Center from 5 am until 8 pm on Monday.

Ground transportation is available free of charge for both planners and suppliers.

10:00 am - 12:00 pmIndoor Arena 3 Mezzanine

AdventureConnect Industry Networking Event

Networking Events

RSVP required. Click here.  

VISIT FLORIDA and The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) invite you to join your local adventure travel colleagues for a casual networking gathering. At this AdventureConnect event you'll learn about the Florida Adventure Travel Network and have peer-to-peer discussions on the outdoor/nature/adventure industry's hot topics.  This event is free and open to travel trade and suppliers working in the adventure travel space.

10:00 am - 5:00 pmExpo Hall 1 - Pre-Function Area

Registration and Information Desk Open

Misc
12:00 pm - 5:00 pmExpo Hall 1

Exhibitor Move-In

Misc.

All booths must be set by 5:00 pm.

3:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Florida Encounter Orientation

Education Session
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Media Q&A with Florida Tourism Executives

Education Session

Invited Media Representatives Only

6:30 pm - 9:00 pmWorld Equestrian Center - Main Arena

Opening Evening Event, hosted by the World Equestrian Center and the Ocala Marion County CVB

Networking Events

It's Derby Day! Dress to impress in your finest Kentucky Derby outfit for the grand opening evening event overlooking the main arena at the WEC. Don't forget your hat! The event will feature delicious food, fine beverages and great entertainment.

9:00 pm - 11:00 pmPoolside at The Equestrian

After Hours Networking Event

Networking Events