Ocala is known as the “Horse Capital of the World™.”
 
 Our Central Florida location offers the ideal combination of natural beauty, Southern charm and excellent facilities that make it a dynamic destination for business conferences, corporate retreats or group meetings.​ Start planning at
ocalamarion.com/meetings-events.​

REGION: North Central
PRIMARY MARKET SIZE: Mid-size

Top 5 Planning Strengths:

  • Funding opportunities and incentives based on the size and length of events in Ocala/Marion County, as well as the number of room nights generated.
  • Conveniently accessible from many major cities throughout the state
  • World-class venues is capable of hosting a variety of audiences, ranging in size from 400 to over 4,000 guests
  • Expert help and resources of our Visitors and Convention Bureau at your disposal

Market Types:

  • Mid-size & Smart Alternative
  • Incentive Travel 

Best For:

  • Mid-Sized & Alternative Destinations
  • Executive or Leadership Retreats
  • Incentives/Reward Travel
  • Medical Meetings
  • Sports Events
  • Team Travel
  • Government
  • Compliance-friendly Meetings
  • Board Meeting
  • Small Executive Gatherings

Group Size:

  • Mid-Sized/Smart Alternative
  • Budget/Value
  • Less Complex Logistics
  • Sports Destinations
  • Sports Meetings
  • Athletic Events
  • Youth/Amateur Sports
  • Non-coastal
  • Nature & Outdoor Settings
  • Open-Space Retreats
  • Walkable
  • Urban Districts
  • Younger Attendee Demographics
  • Short-Stay Programs

Setting:

  • Association Conferences
  • Corporate Meetings
  • Incentives
  • Executive Retreats
  • Board Meetings
  • Team Offsites

Event Type:

  • Healthcare/Medical
  • Technology
  • Finance
  • Sports
  • Government/ Public Sector
  • Academic/Research

ADDITIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE SNAPSHOT:

AIRPORT ACCESSIBILITY: Drive Market

CONVENTION CENTER PRESENCE: No

LUXURY INVENTORY: Medium

RESORT CONCENTRATION: Low

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