Un Jour à Paris: the equestrian show returns to Château de Chantilly
Château de Chantilly welcomes back the equestrian show “Un Jour à Paris”. This captivating show plunges spectators into the effervescence of the Belle Époque.
A journey through the Paris of 1900
Created in 2024, this show is inspired by the Olympic Games and the 1900 Universal Exhibition. It recreates the hectic atmosphere of a Paris where the horse still reigns supreme. The Compagnie équestre du Château de Chantillydirected by Sophie Bienaimé, offers an immersion into this fascinating era.
Spectacular staging
The show follows Madame, a modern, elegant woman, as she goes about her day of social obligations. From a stroll in the Bois to the cabaret scene, each tableau evokes a facet of the Paris of yesteryear. The artists combine horseback riding, acrobatics, aerial acrobatics and mime to impressive visual effect.
An exceptional cast and majestic horses
Eight horsewomen, an aerialist and acrobats enliven the show. Talented mime Dmitri Rekachevski and aerial acrobat Quentin Signori add a touch of poetry and dynamism. Fifteen horses, five ponies and a donkey take part in this grandiose performance.
Sumptuous costumes for total immersion
The outfits, designed by Monika Mucha, accurately reproduce the styles of the Belle Époque. Between elegance and eccentricity, they contribute to the unique atmosphere of the show.
Practical information and reservations
The show runs from April 6 to June 29, then from September 18 to November 2, 2025 under the dome of the Grandes Écuries. Each show lasts one hour and starts at 2.30pm.
- Ticket for show only: €24 (full price), €19 (reduced price)
- Castle + show ticket: 32€ (full price), 26€ (reduced price)
- Online booking: chateaudechantilly.fr
With “Un Jour à Paris”, the Château de Chantilly offers an immersive and elegant experience. This show will delight horse lovers, history buffs and the curious in search of escape.
