Winter Wonderland 5v5 Youth Soccer Tournament
Be part of the first-ever Winter Wonderland 5v5 at Sports at WEC!
December 13-14, 2025
Celebrate the magic of the season with the Winter Wonderland 5v5—Sports at WEC’s small-sided showdown on premium fields, set within WEC–Ocala’s campus festivities and cheered on by Santa-clad refs.
Divisions & Age Groups
- Age Groups: Boys & Girls U8–U14 (Youth only)
- Format: 5v5
- Team Size: Minimum of 5 players per team, maximum of 10 players
- Levels of Play:
- Gold Flight – Competitive (Div. 1–2)
- Silver Flight – Recreational (Div. 3/Rec)
- Awards: Prizes to the winning team in each age group
- Winter Wonderland 5v5 Youth Soccer Tournament Rules
Pricing
Registration closes: November 28, 2025
- Entry Fee (U8–U14):
- $450 per team
- Registration Deadline: November 28
- Refunds:
- Teams not accepted receive a full refund.
- Register on Bracket Teams and complete the application in full (incomplete apps aren’t processed)
- *Teams that withdraw after November 28, 2025 are not eligible for a refund.
The Winter Wonderland 5v5 Youth Soccer Tournament is the ideal way for players to showcase their skills, enjoy the game, and create lasting memories with teammates and friends during the holidays. Register now to secure your spot!
The Magic of the Season
Soccer, Friends, Lights and Fun!
World Equestrian Center – Ocala comes alive with over one million twinkling lights, transforming the Grand Plaza into a dazzling holiday scene. It’s more than a tournament weekend—it’s a tradition families look forward to all year.
Make it memorable:
- Immersive décor across campus and the Grand Plaza
- Character meet-and-greets (Santa, the Grinch & friends)
- Weekend entertainment with rotating performers and activities
- Festive bites & treats to keep spirits bright
- Learn More
Staying on-site? Your stay + food + lights package makes it easy to move from matches to holiday fun—no shuttles, no stress.
Book Your Stay
Turn game day into a getaway. Keep your team and families on campus with an event-rate package that bundles stay + food + lights—so the fun doesn’t stop when the final whistle blows. Walk to matches, meals, and activities—no shuttles, no stress.
Stay Packages (choose your hotel):
- The Riding Academy Hotel | Starting at $299
- 4 Tickets to Winter Wonderland (included)
- $40 Food & Beverage Room Credit per day
- Golf cart included (one day per night of your package)
- The Equestrian Hotel | Starting at $529
- 4 Tickets to Winter Wonderland (included)
- $40 Food & Beverage Room Credit per day
- Golf cart included (one day per night of your package)
What to Expect
Winter Wonderland at WEC
Step off the field into a full holiday experience—sparkling lights across campus, festive photo ops with beloved characters, Santa selfies, seasonal treats and warm drinks, live entertainment vibes, kid-friendly fun and crafts, and plenty of holiday shopping and dining. Make your matches a weekend memory: soccer by day, Winter Wonderland by night.
Ready to play—and stay?
Register your team and book on-site stay + food + lights so the fun keeps rolling.