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Friday, November 6, 2026Fri Nov 6 Chefs' Dinner (Five-Star package guests); Sat Nov 7 Grand Tasting 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM; Sun Nov 8 Jazz Brunch 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM ESTWorld Equestrian Center - OcalaGrand Tasting $150; Jazz Brunch $135; $425 bundle (plus $3 fee); 21+

Ocala Food & Wine Festival takes place on Friday, November 6, 2026 through Sunday, November 8, 2026, Fri Nov 6 Chefs' Dinner (Five-Star package guests); Sat Nov 7 Grand Tasting 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM; Sun Nov 8 Jazz Brunch 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST, at World Equestrian Center - Ocala, 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, Florida. Admission: Grand Tasting $150; Jazz Brunch $135; $425 bundle (plus $3 fee); 21+. World Equestrian Center - Ocala organizes the event.

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Date & Time

Friday, November 6, 2026

Through Sunday, November 8, 2026

Fri Nov 6 Chefs' Dinner (Five-Star package guests); Sat Nov 7 Grand Tasting 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM; Sun Nov 8 Jazz Brunch 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST

Location

World Equestrian Center - Ocala

1750 NW 80th Ave
Ocala, FL 34482

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Admission

Grand Tasting $150; Jazz Brunch $135; $425 bundle (plus $3 fee); 21+

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World Equestrian Center - Ocala

Entertainment & Sports • Ocala, FL

About This Event
The Ocala Food & Wine Festival returns to the World Equestrian Center, 1750 NW 80th Ave in Ocala, for its sixth year, November 6 through 8, 2026. The weekend opens Friday, November 6 with the Chefs' Dinner at The Equestrian Manor, reserved for Five-Star package guests; the Grand Tasting runs Saturday, November 7 from 1 to 5 p.m. in Exposition Center 1 ($150), and the Jazz Brunch closes the festival Sunday, November 8 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lallie's Covered Pavilion ($135). A $425 bundle adds the Saturday 6:30 p.m. Grand Prix Dining Experience. All events are 21 and over, and proceeds benefit the Public Education Foundation of Marion County's ProStart program, according to WEC's festival pages. See the Ocala Food & Wine Festival guide for the full schedule and ticket details.

All event times are in Eastern Time (EST)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Ocala Food & Wine Festival?

Ocala Food & Wine Festival takes place November 6, 2026 through November 8, 2026. It is held at World Equestrian Center - Ocala in Ocala, Florida.

Where is Ocala Food & Wine Festival held?

Ocala Food & Wine Festival is held at World Equestrian Center - Ocala, 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL 34482, in Marion County.

How much does Ocala Food & Wine Festival cost?

The Grand Tasting on Saturday, November 7 is $150 and the Jazz Brunch on Sunday, November 8 is $135; a $425 bundle adds the Saturday evening Grand Prix Dining Experience. A $3 fee applies, per WEC's event page.

Is Ocala Food & Wine Festival family-friendly?

No. WEC lists every Ocala Food & Wine Festival event as 21 and over.

Who organizes Ocala Food & Wine Festival?

Ocala Food & Wine Festival is organized by World Equestrian Center - Ocala.

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