PLAYHORSE Magazine Advertiser Appreciation Party | Ocala
Where Horse Racing, Luxury Lifestyle & Business Connections Come Together!
Sunday, December 13, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM
The Equestrian Hotel | Ocala, Florida
Ocala, get ready for an evening of horse country style, sophisticated socializing and high-powered business connections.
PLAYHORSE Magazine — "Luxury Lifestyle in the Fast Lane" invites you to a special Advertiser Appreciation Party & Networking Mixer celebrating the businesses, brands and personalities helping establish one of Florida's most distinctive lifestyle publications.
And the date couldn't be more fitting: December 13 is National Day of the Horse, making Ocala — the Horse Capital of the World — the perfect place to celebrate.
Join us at The Equestrian Hotel from 6:00 to 9:00 PM for great company, conversation and valuable new connections.
AN EVENING OF HORSEPOWER & HIGH-POWERED CONNECTIONS
Ocala and Marion County are home to renowned Thoroughbred farms, equestrian estates, trainers, breeders, owners, riders and businesses serving the global horse industry.
The Equestrian Hotel provides an ideal backdrop for an evening bringing together horse racing, business, luxury lifestyle and entertainment.
Whether you're a business owner, horse owner, breeder, trainer, equestrian enthusiast, luxury brand representative, advertiser or simply someone who enjoys meeting interesting people, this gathering is designed with you in mind.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Complimentary PLAYHORSE Magazine
Receive a copy of PLAYHORSE, covering horse racing, exotic automobiles, fashion, casinos, yachting, entertainment, gastronomy and the personalities behind these worlds.
Discover upcoming issues, special features, events and editorial opportunities.
Networking in the Heart of Horse Country
Meet entrepreneurs, executives, advertisers, investors, horse owners, breeders, trainers, equestrian professionals and business owners from Ocala and throughout Florida.
The evening is designed to encourage natural conversation rather than rigid networking.
A UNIQUE MIX OF INDUSTRIES
Expect people representing horse racing, Thoroughbred breeding, equestrian sports, luxury automobiles, fashion, hospitality, real estate, travel, entertainment, philanthropy, media and advertising.
ADVERTISER APPRECIATION
This evening recognizes the advertisers, founding supporters, sponsors and business partners helping bring PLAYHORSE Magazine to life.
Guests can learn about upcoming editorial features, advertising campaigns, event sponsorships, promotional partnerships and special issues.
Whether you're already part of the PLAYHORSE family or interested in becoming involved, this is an opportunity to meet the people behind the publication.
WHY OCALA?
PLAYHORSE has a natural connection to Ocala.
The region is one of the world's most important Thoroughbred breeding and equestrian centers, with a growing luxury scene built around hospitality, fine dining, distinctive real estate and international equestrian events.
That combination of horses, horsepower, business and lifestyle makes Ocala an ideal home for PLAYHORSE.
THE EQUESTRIAN HOTEL
Located at the renowned World Equestrian Center, The Equestrian Hotel is one of Ocala's signature luxury destinations.
Its elegant atmosphere and connection to the international equestrian community make it a fitting setting for advertisers, horse enthusiasts, entrepreneurs and business leaders.
REAL CONVERSATIONS. REAL CONNECTIONS.
The goal is simple: create an enjoyable social environment where interesting people can actually meet one another.
Come prepared to introduce yourself, explain what you do and make connections that may continue long after the evening ends.
Bring your business cards, your personality and your appreciation for the faster and finer things in life.
DRESS TO IMPRESS — BUT BE YOURSELF!
Flexible Dress Code: Business Attire or Upscale Fashionable Casual.
A tailored suit, fashionable dress, sharp blazer, equestrian-inspired attire or your own interpretation of upscale Florida fashion are all welcome.
EVENT DETAILS
Event: PLAYHORSE Magazine Advertiser Appreciation Party & Networking Mixer
Date: Sunday, December 13, 2026 — National Day of the Horse
Time: 6:00–9:00 PM
Venue: The Equestrian Hotel
Location: Ocala, Florida
Presented by: PLAYHORSE Magazine
Publication: www.playhorse.net
LUXURY LIFESTYLE IN THE FAST LANE!
Horse country. Great people. Great conversations. Powerful connections.
Join us as we celebrate PLAYHORSE Magazine, our valued advertisers and National Day of the Horse in the heart of Ocala.
We look forward to seeing you at The Equestrian Hotel on Sunday, December 13!
Event venue
The Equestrian Hotel, 8510 NW 17th Ln, Ocala, FL 34482, United States
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