The French capital abounds in exceptional year-round entertainment,unmissable cultural events and renowned sporting competitions. Thanks to the many stadiums in and around Paris, the people of the Ile-de-France region have an incredible range of events on offer, allowing everyone to pick and choose their favorite sport or the one they want to discover. For horse lovers and racing enthusiasts, Paris is even the perfect city thanks to its many racecourses and prestigious competitions, from Saut Hermès to Paris Eiffel Jumping, not forgetting the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe!
Visit the Paris-Longchamp, Auteuil, Chantilly or Saint-Cloud racecourses to admire some of the most eagerly-awaited races of the year, made accessible to the curious thanks to low prices, between high-level sporting performances and a festive atmosphere. Every year, these not-to-be-missed events attract thousands of spectators from France and abroad, to watch the world's best jockeys and horses go head-to-head. Numerous show jumping competitions and equestrian shows add to the busy schedule!
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Grosbois equestrian training center near Vincennes.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Grosbois training center, the trotters' last stop before racing at the Vincennes racecourse, where equestrian activities and historical heritage meet in the heart of the Val-de-Marne region. [Read more]
Trotting races and Prix d'Amérique Legend Race at Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes
The world's best trotting horses will battle it out from November 17, 2024 to February 23, 2025 for the fifth season of the America Races, culminating in the Prix d'Amérique Legend Race on January 26 at the Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes! [Read more]
Saut Hermès 2025 at the Grand Palais in Paris - reservations
The Saut Hermès returns to the capital from Friday March 21 to Sunday March 23, 2025, with a new, 15th edition at the Grand Palais in Paris. An event with a noble place in the international equestrian sports calendar, to be booked as a matter of urgency! [Read more]
Paris Eiffel Jumping 2025: the show jumping competition returns to the Champ-de-Mars
Paris Eiffel Jumping returns to the Champ-de-Mars from June 20 to 22, 2025. For 3 days, the world's best riders and horses compete in the capital's top show-jumping events. [Read more]
Cabaret de l'Exil - Persian Women, the equestrian show by Bartabas at the Théâtre Zingaro
Bartabas presents his new show, this time featuring Persian women and their exile, with Iranian artists, at the Zingaro equestrian theater in November and December 2024. [Read more]
Les Folies Gruss, 50 years in Paris, the exceptional show returns
The Alexis Gruss company celebrates its 50th anniversary in Paris with a breathtaking new creation on October 21, 2023. The company returns from October 5, 2024 at Carrefour des Cascades in the 16th arrondissement. [Read more]
Le Viel Ange et l'Enfant, Christmas equestrian show at the Grandes Écuries de Chantilly
Every year, the Grandes Écuries de Chantilly host a major show for the Christmas season. From November 30, 2024 to January 5, 2025, make way for the equestrian show Le Vieil Ange et l'Enfant, a ride that promises to be dreamlike and poetic. [Read more]
How to get to the Parisian racecourses? What you need to know before coming
Paris and the Ile-de-France region have several racecourses, used for renowned horse races and equestrian competitions throughout the year. How to get there by public transport or by car? Here are some practical tips. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From April 24, 2023 to December 31, 2027