Experiences for all audiences
When the cold weather sets in, Paris warms up in Vincennes!
From November 16 to February 22,the Paris-Vincennes Racetrack sets the pace for the winter season, the most beautiful trotting season in the world. A unique experience where horses are the real stars and every Sunday becomes a popular and friendly celebration, with race shows, gourmet discoveries, and a musical atmosphere.
November: BODEGA XXL and the celebration of horses from our regions
The Meeting gets off to a strong start with an XXL Bodega and a celebration of the regions. With a day of festivities, regional products, and exciting races, the regions take the reins to celebrate the French art of living.
December: Santa's horse village comes to Paris-Vincennes!
In December, Vincennes is filled with magic! Light displays, a gourmet market, meetings with Santa Claus, magical parades, and major trotting races all come together in a unique atmosphere. An unmissable winter outing where horses become festive companions and children marvel at every lap of the track.
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Meet Santa's ponies in a magical atmosphere (Santa Claus, parades, gourmet market, and much more...)
January, La Folie Douce electrifies Vincennes (paid events)
In January, La Folie Douce takes over! Aerial shows, DJ sets, musical performances, and a festival atmosphere warm up the Parisian winter. It all culminates with the famous Prix de Cornulier, the world championship of mounted trotting.
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February, the month when the Paris-Vincennes Racetrack trots around the world
Horses as cosmopolitan as the carnivals they celebrate: from Rio to Venice to Beijing, each evening transports you to another place without leaving the track. Parades, music, dances, and flavors from around the world come together at the heart of the most exciting races of the season.
Dates:
February 1, 8, 15, and 22
Your most beautiful parades for a trip around the world... on horseback
The Prix d'Amérique Legend Race: the World Cup of trotting
The highlight of the Winter Meeting, the Prix d'Amérique Legend Race brings together the world's best trotters every year for an exceptional show. A veritable World Cup of harness racing, this legendary race thrills Vincennes and millions of enthusiasts in more than 30 countries.
A day of pure excitement, where horses, performance, and passion reach their peak on the black track of the Temple of Trotting.
A winter to experience at a trot
From November 16 to February 22, from noon to 6 p.m.,the Paris-Vincennes Racetrack is the ultimate winter outing: a lively, festive, and accessible place where trotting becomes a real experience to share.
Come along every Sunday to enjoy free entertainment for kids (pony rides, carousel, etc.), food trucks, and races.
Dates and Opening Time
From November 16, 2025 to February 22, 2026
Location
Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes
2 route de la Ferme
75012 Paris 12
Prices
Free
Official website
www.vincennes-hippodrome.com
Instagram page
@paris_vincennes_hippodrome
More information
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