The World Equestrian Center

Rehearsal Dinner

Welcome Party

Wedding Day

The World Equestrian Chapel

Ceremony

World Equestrian Event Center

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Farewell Brunch

The Day After at The Bernardo's

Our Wedding

We’ve been friends since high school, officially a couple since 2020, and now we’re getting ready to be husband and wife forever! Thanks for being part of this next chapter with us!

Our Story

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Victoria Bernardo               

Stephanie Tricarico

Caitlyn Lamond 

Alyssa Rebussini

Brooke Manzi 

Brittney Manzi 

Brianna Barbato

Kaleigh Rager 

Kendall Rager 

Shaya Ciambella 

Samantha Gurdiel 

Alexis Smith

Wedding Party

Wear anything that makes you want to mingle, dance &amp; celebrate the night!!

Dress Code

The&nbsp;booking&nbsp;link&nbsp;automatically&nbsp;shows&nbsp;Wednesday&nbsp;through&nbsp;Tuesday,&nbsp;but&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;free&nbsp;to&nbsp;choose&nbsp;any&nbsp;nights&nbsp;you’d&nbsp;like&nbsp;-&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;no&nbsp;minimum&nbsp;stay.&nbsp;&nbsp;Looking&nbsp;forward&nbsp;to&nbsp;celebrating&nbsp;with&nbsp;you!

The Riding Academy Hotel

Quality Inn & Suites I-75

Travel

Grab&nbsp;a&nbsp;kayak,&nbsp;canoe,&nbsp;or&nbsp;paddleboard&nbsp;and&nbsp;float&nbsp;along&nbsp;the&nbsp;crystal-clear&nbsp;Rainbow&nbsp;River&nbsp;beneath&nbsp;moss-draped&nbsp;cypress&nbsp;trees.&nbsp;Keep&nbsp;an&nbsp;eye&nbsp;out&nbsp;for&nbsp;turtles,&nbsp;fish,&nbsp;birds,&nbsp;and&nbsp;other&nbsp;wildlife&nbsp;along&nbsp;the&nbsp;way.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;a&nbsp;relaxing&nbsp;way&nbsp;to&nbsp;experience&nbsp;the&nbsp;natural&nbsp;beauty&nbsp;of&nbsp;Central&nbsp;Florida.

Rainbow River Canoe & Kayak

You’re&nbsp;already&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;heart&nbsp;of&nbsp;Ocala’s&nbsp;horse&nbsp;country!&nbsp;Take&nbsp;some&nbsp;time&nbsp;to&nbsp;walk&nbsp;around&nbsp;WEC,&nbsp;watch&nbsp;the&nbsp;horses&nbsp;compete,&nbsp;explore&nbsp;the&nbsp;shops,&nbsp;grab&nbsp;a&nbsp;drink&nbsp;or&nbsp;meal,&nbsp;and&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;the&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;grounds.&nbsp;WEC&nbsp;is&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;largest&nbsp;equestrian&nbsp;complexes&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;country,&nbsp;The&nbsp;October&nbsp;Dressage&nbsp;show&nbsp;runs&nbsp;October&nbsp;23–25&nbsp;-&nbsp;spectators&nbsp;are&nbsp;welcome.&nbsp;

World Equestrian Center - Ocala

The&nbsp;Appleton&nbsp;Museum&nbsp;of&nbsp;Art&nbsp;features&nbsp;an&nbsp;impressive&nbsp;collection&nbsp;spanning&nbsp;European,&nbsp;American,&nbsp;African,&nbsp;Asian,&nbsp;modern,&nbsp;and&nbsp;contemporary&nbsp;art.&nbsp;The&nbsp;museum&nbsp;also&nbsp;has&nbsp;a&nbsp;unique&nbsp;connection&nbsp;to&nbsp;Ocala’s&nbsp;equestrian&nbsp;heritage,&nbsp;including&nbsp;an&nbsp;extensive&nbsp;collection&nbsp;related&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;history&nbsp;of&nbsp;humans&nbsp;and&nbsp;horses.

Appleton Museum of Art

Browse&nbsp;more&nbsp;than&nbsp;80&nbsp;local&nbsp;vendors&nbsp;featuring&nbsp;seasonal&nbsp;produce,&nbsp;handmade&nbsp;goods,&nbsp;candles,&nbsp;artwork,&nbsp;baked&nbsp;treats,&nbsp;and&nbsp;more.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;open&nbsp;from&nbsp;9&nbsp;AM–2&nbsp;PM&nbsp;and&nbsp;admission&nbsp;is&nbsp;free.

Ocala Downtown Market

The&nbsp;festival&nbsp;features&nbsp;artists,&nbsp;handmade&nbsp;crafts,&nbsp;food,&nbsp;live&nbsp;entertainment,&nbsp;and&nbsp;plenty&nbsp;to&nbsp;explore&nbsp;around&nbsp;the&nbsp;downtown&nbsp;square.&nbsp;It&nbsp;runs&nbsp;Saturday&nbsp;and&nbsp;Sunday&nbsp;from&nbsp;approximately&nbsp;10&nbsp;AM–5&nbsp;PM.

59th Annual Ocala Arts Festival

One&nbsp;of&nbsp;Florida’s&nbsp;most&nbsp;iconic&nbsp;natural&nbsp;attractions,&nbsp;Silver&nbsp;Springs&nbsp;is&nbsp;home&nbsp;to&nbsp;crystal-clear&nbsp;spring&nbsp;water,&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;scenery,&nbsp;wildlife,&nbsp;hiking&nbsp;trails,&nbsp;kayaking,&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;famous&nbsp;glass-bottom&nbsp;boat&nbsp;tours.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;a&nbsp;great&nbsp;way&nbsp;to&nbsp;experience&nbsp;“Old&nbsp;Florida”&nbsp;and&nbsp;is&nbsp;especially&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;on&nbsp;a&nbsp;fall&nbsp;morning.

Silver Springs State Park

For&nbsp;a&nbsp;relaxing&nbsp;outdoor&nbsp;escape,&nbsp;visit&nbsp;Sholom&nbsp;Park.&nbsp;This&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;44-acre&nbsp;botanical&nbsp;park&nbsp;features&nbsp;walking&nbsp;paths,&nbsp;gardens,&nbsp;ponds,&nbsp;and&nbsp;peaceful&nbsp;places&nbsp;to&nbsp;sit&nbsp;and&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;the&nbsp;scenery.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;a&nbsp;wonderful&nbsp;option&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;leisurely&nbsp;morning&nbsp;or&nbsp;afternoon&nbsp;stroll.

Sholom Park

Want&nbsp;to&nbsp;see&nbsp;what&nbsp;makes&nbsp;Ocala&nbsp;the&nbsp;Horse&nbsp;Capital&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;World?&nbsp;Farm&nbsp;Tours&nbsp;of&nbsp;Ocala&nbsp;takes&nbsp;visitors&nbsp;behind&nbsp;the&nbsp;scenes&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;area’s&nbsp;famous&nbsp;horse&nbsp;farms.&nbsp;Enjoy&nbsp;a&nbsp;guided&nbsp;tour&nbsp;through&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;horse&nbsp;country&nbsp;and&nbsp;learn&nbsp;about&nbsp;Ocala’s&nbsp;Thoroughbred&nbsp;and&nbsp;equestrian&nbsp;industry.&nbsp;Tours&nbsp;meet&nbsp;at&nbsp;WEC.

Farm Tours of Ocala

Known&nbsp;as&nbsp;“Big&nbsp;Daddy”&nbsp;Garlits,&nbsp;Don&nbsp;Garlits&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;legend&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;world&nbsp;of&nbsp;drag&nbsp;racing.&nbsp;The&nbsp;museum&nbsp;showcases&nbsp;historic&nbsp;race&nbsp;cars,&nbsp;memorabilia,&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;evolution&nbsp;of&nbsp;drag&nbsp;racing.&nbsp;Don&nbsp;Garlits&nbsp;Museum&nbsp;of&nbsp;Drag&nbsp;Racing

Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing

One&nbsp;of&nbsp;Florida’s&nbsp;most&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;natural&nbsp;springs,&nbsp;Rainbow&nbsp;Springs&nbsp;is&nbsp;known&nbsp;for&nbsp;its&nbsp;incredibly&nbsp;clear,&nbsp;blue-green&nbsp;water&nbsp;that&nbsp;stays&nbsp;around&nbsp;72°F&nbsp;year-round.&nbsp;Guests&nbsp;can&nbsp;swim&nbsp;or&nbsp;snorkel&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;headsprings,&nbsp;walk&nbsp;through&nbsp;the&nbsp;lush&nbsp;gardens&nbsp;and&nbsp;waterfalls,&nbsp;explore&nbsp;nature&nbsp;trails,&nbsp;or&nbsp;simply&nbsp;relax&nbsp;and&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;the&nbsp;scenery.

Rainbow Springs State Park

Soar&nbsp;through&nbsp;the&nbsp;treetops&nbsp;and&nbsp;across&nbsp;the&nbsp;stunning&nbsp;canyons&nbsp;of&nbsp;Central&nbsp;Florida&nbsp;on&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;area’s&nbsp;most&nbsp;exciting&nbsp;outdoor&nbsp;adventures.&nbsp;With&nbsp;zip&nbsp;lines&nbsp;stretching&nbsp;across&nbsp;the&nbsp;natural&nbsp;landscape,&nbsp;Canyons&nbsp;offers&nbsp;incredible&nbsp;views,&nbsp;a&nbsp;little&nbsp;adrenaline,&nbsp;and&nbsp;a&nbsp;memorable&nbsp;way&nbsp;to&nbsp;experience&nbsp;the&nbsp;beauty&nbsp;of&nbsp;Florida&nbsp;from&nbsp;above.&nbsp;Not&nbsp;ready&nbsp;to&nbsp;zip?&nbsp;You&nbsp;can&nbsp;also&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;other&nbsp;outdoor&nbsp;adventures&nbsp;throughout&nbsp;the&nbsp;park.

Cassie & Zach

Cassie & Zach

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