2012 HITS Ocala Winter Circuit Special Events
Every Monday is Monday at the Mall!
The Paddock Mall will offer specials for HITS every Monday during the 2012 HITS Ocala Winter Circuit — don't miss it!
Spend your Mondays at the Paddock Mall located on Highway 200, 3100 College Road, Ocala!
February 7-12 Ocala Winter Classic - Week II
Wednesday through Sunday: Charles Owen Helmet Awareness Week! Representatives from Charles Owen Helmets will be on-hand to educate riders on the importance of properly fitted, approved riding helmets. Make sure to fill out a Charles Owen Riders' Pledge and enter to win a free Charles Owen Helmet. Winner announced Sunday!

Thursday, February 9 - 6-9 pm
HITS Ocala Sponsor Reception
at Cuvée Wine and Bistro

invite only

HITS welcomes its sponsors to the Ocala Winter Circuit with a special reception at Cuvée Wine and Bistro located at 2237 SW 19 th Avenue Road in Ocala . This is an invitation-only event for our valued HITS sponsors and is graciously hosted by Cuvée Wine and Bistro. The reception will start at 6 pm. Contact Lisa Engel at Lisa@hitsshows.com for more information.


Sunday, February 12 - 6-10 pm at The Hilton in Ocala
HITS Welcome Party
sponsored by The Gator 103.7 FM

The Welcome Party will be located in the Outside Pool Deck next to the Hilton Lobby. All are welcome to attend this Valentine's Day themed Welcome Party. There will be complimentary Country 103.7 The Gator music, hors d'oeuvres from the Hilton, a cash bar, and raffles for great HITS prizes! Don't miss this
party because it's going to be a HIT!

February 14-19 Ocala Winter Festival - Week III

Friday, February 17 - 7 pm

Movie Night

Movie Night in the Grand Prix Arena-bring the family and watch Secretariat!

 

Saturday, February 18 - 7 pm

Reception at the HITS Restaurant honoring Secretariat

presented by Kate Chenery Tweedy, daughter of Penny Chenery, and author of “Secretariat's Meadow-The Land, The Family, The Legend,” for a wonderful evening dedicated to the greatest racehorse of all time!.  Kate will be sharing the history of her family, their farm and the horses that went on to fame and glory.  She will also show the three Triple Crown races and discuss the making of the movie followed by a Q&A session. “Secretariat's Meadow” will be available for purchase with a personal signing from Kate.    Come enjoy this wonderful event, detailing the legacy of the great Secretariat, shared by the family that owned and loved him!  Presentation starts at 7 PM, Saturday, February 18 th , in the HITS restaurant- Complimentary reception-all are welcome to attend!

Feburary 21-26 Ocala Masters - Week IV

Thursday, February 23 - 7-10 pm
2023 S. Pine Ave (insert logo for Ipanema and Pfizer)

Pfizer High Performance Riders Dinner
at Ipanema-invite only

HITS and Ipanema welcome all Grand Prix competitors on the road to the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix in this special invitation-only event at Ipanema Brazilian Steakhouse. The Reception starts at 7pm. Please email Lisa Engel at lisa@hitsshows.com for more information.




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Friday, February 24 - 6-8 pm at the HITS Restaurant
Arenus Rising Star (Karaoke) Challenge
presented by Arenus

The Musical Equestrian takes a break from the saddle and picks up the 'mike". Come to the Exhibitor Party sponsored by Arenus -have fun, share your talent – Get ready now and pick your song!

3 PRIZESAWARDED:
"Best Brand Song" -the person who sings the best song incorporating an Arenus product in it like SORE-NO-MORE or Assure
"Charisma Award" -best effort, most entertaining, most fun performance - like blending in horse show lyrics to a known song
"Rising Star Award" - best overall singing

Judging will be done by the crowd on the night of the competition. 


Saturday, February 25 - 6-8:30 pm

Pfizer Horse Owners Event at HITS Overlook VIP Club

Join Pfizer Animal Health in a great night of education, food and music. Preventative Health Care, presented by Dr. Nathan Voris, DVM , MS , Area Veterinarian at Pfizer Animal Health at 6pm followed by a BBQ and live entertainment. All are welcome-come to the presentation and enter to win a year's supply of deworming for one horse.


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Sunday, February 26
World of the Horse
with special on-site radio broadcast Gator 103.7 FM

Numerous breeds of horses will be represented in a colorful parade sure to delight all horse lovers. The action takes place around noon in the Grand Prix ring prior to the $50,000 Strongid C 2X Grand Prix presented by Pfizer Animal Health. Special demonstrations will take place during the day celebrating the World of the Horse. Stay tuned for more details!

February 28 - March 4 Ocala Tournament - V
March 16-11 Ocala Winter Finals - Week VI

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Friday, March 9 - 5 pm

Purina Mills Exhibitor Party & Horseless Horse Show

All are welcome to the Purina Mills Pre-Prix Party Friday night in the HITS Overlook VIP Club. Food, fun and entertainment! Don't miss the Horseless Horse Show-sign up information to be posted-fun for everyone!


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Sunday, March 11 - 11 am - 1 pm
Purina Mill's Kids Day
presented by Local Edge & The Gator 103.7 FM


Live music, bounce house, petting zoo, arts, crafts and more! There will be plenty to delight.

March 13-18 Ocala Celebration - Week VII

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Friday, March 16 - 6- 8 pm at the HITS Restaurant

Team Barber Exhibitor Party

HITS' Official Veterinarians, Team Barber, sponsor this good old-fashioned country cook-out, complete with barbeque and live music! The party is from 6-8 pm in the HITS restaurant and all are welcome to attend the Grand Finale party
of the HITS Ocala Winter Circuit!

 



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Sunday, March 18

The $100,000 Sullivan Buick GMC Grand Prix
presented by Great American Insurance

The jumps are big and so is the prize money! Make sure to get to the show early to check out HITS' Official Radio Station, The Gator 103.7 FM broadcasting live on-site. The Antares Sellier Parade of Champions kicks off about 1pm and the $100,000 Sullivan GMC Truck Grand Prix, presented by Great American Insurance Group will start no earlier than 2:00 pm. This is your last chance of
the season to watch world class show jumping-don't miss it!


For information prior to the start of the horse shows, please contact:
HITS, Inc. | 319 Main St. | Saugerties, NY 12477
info@HitsShows.com | www.HitsShows.com
845.246.8833 | fax: 845.246.6371

For information during the horse shows, please contact:

HITS Post Time Farm
| 13710 US Highway 27 | Ocala, FL 34482
352.620.2275 | fax: 352.620.2059


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