Grandview Invitational

Watch Clydesdales, Belgians, and Percherons compete at this premier Ocala draft horse show.

Event Details
Schedule
Featured Experiences

Held the week after Grandview World Nights, Grandview Invitational continues the celebration of draft horses with three days of exhilarating competition, immersive equestrian experiences, and fun activities for the whole family.

Event Details

  • Dates: January 29-31, 2026
  • Showtime: Gates open at 8 a.m. and the show begins at 12 p.m. daily.
  • Location: Florida Horse Park (11851 SW 16th Ave, Ocala, FL)
  • Tickets: Prices vary. Purchase Your Tickets Here
  • Parking: Free parking included with admission, with optional upgraded parking available for a spot closer to the event.
crowd of people watch as horses pull a carriage and two riders into a covered arena during the Grandview Invitational

Grandview Invitational Schedule

Each day features a full schedule of competitions showcasing the skill, teamwork, and precision of elite draft horses. Event classes include:

  • Cart: One horse driven in a cart.
  • Team: Two horses hitched side by side on a wagon.
  • Unicorn: A team of horses hitched with a third horse in front of the team.
  • Four Horse Hitch: Two teams of horses hitched to a wagon, one in front of the other.
  • Six Horse Hitch: Three teams of horses hitched to a wagon, one in front of the other.
  • Four A Breast: Four horses hitched side by side.
Draft horses moving a carriage during the Grandview World Nights event.

Featured Experiences

Grandview Invitational blends top-tier competition with a lively festival atmosphere. Between classes, browse vendor booths, grab a bite from onsite food trucks, or visit the cash bar for a refreshing cocktail.

Camping

Make the Florida Horse Park your home base throughout the competition with a campsite upgrade. Available for both dry sites and full hookups, each campsite includes two adult three-day event passes and guarantees you’ll be close to all the festivities.

  • Check-in: January 28, 2026
  • Check-out: February 1, 2026 by 11 a.m.

Casino Night

Don’t miss this popular fundraising event! Enjoy music, drinks, food, and popular casino games, including blackjack and poker, while raising funds for Grandview Invitational.

  • Date: Friday, January 30, 2025 from 6-9 p.m.
  • Location: Grandview Clydesdale Tours tent
  • Tickets: $25 online, $35 at the door

Plan Your Trip

Those who prefer hotel accommodations can choose from a range of properties in Ocala/Marion County offering modern amenities and convenient access to Florida Horse Park, local attractions, and an exciting dining scene.

For the ultimate equestrian getaway plan a visit to Grandview Clydesdale Farm and Tours, explore local horse farms, or add a horseback riding experience to your itinerary to round out your stay in the Horse Capital of the World®.

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