Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe Hospitality

There is no strict formal dress code at ParisLongchamp for the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, but the atmosphere is one of elegance and occasion — especially within the hospitality spaces.

Guests in restaurants, lounges and private boxes are encouraged to dress smartly to match the refined setting. Gentlemen typically wear a well-cut suit with a tie or bow tie and polished shoes. Ladies often choose a sophisticated dress, tailored separates or a chic ensemble, with elegant accessories completing the look. Hats and headpieces are welcome but not required.

Sportswear, ripped jeans, shorts and overly casual clothing are best avoided in hospitality areas. As large parts of the racecourse are outdoors and October weather in Paris can be changeable, it is wise to bring a smart coat or layer and to wear comfortable yet polished footwear for moving between facilities throughout the day.

Dressing with a touch of Parisian style ensures you feel at home in the Prestige lounges, Brasserie, Panorama restaurant and other premium spaces while fully immersing yourself in one of the most stylish days on the international racing calendar.

The Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe is Europe’s richest flat horse race, first run in 1920 and held annually at ParisLongchamp each October. It’s a Group 1 contest over 2,400 metres open to thoroughbreds aged three and older, drawing the world’s top owners, trainers and jockeys, and is widely regarded as the highlight of the international flat racing calendar.

In 2026 Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe is from Saturday 3rd – Sunday 4th October 2026, with the main race taking place on Sunday.

The race is held at ParisLongchamp Racecourse, located in the Bois de Boulogne on the western edge of Paris. Racing Breaks packages include return racecourse transfers from your hotel; independent travellers can reach it via the free shuttle buses from Porte Maillot or Porte d’Auteuil, or by Metro/RER.

There is no strict formal dress code at ParisLongchamp for the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, but the atmosphere is one of elegance and occasion — especially within the hospitality spaces.

Guests in restaurants, lounges and private boxes are encouraged to dress smartly to match the refined setting. Gentlemen typically wear a well-cut suit with a tie or bow tie and polished shoes. Ladies often choose a sophisticated dress, tailored separates or a chic ensemble, with elegant accessories completing the look. Hats and headpieces are welcome but not required.

Sportswear, ripped jeans, shorts and overly casual clothing are best avoided in hospitality areas. As large parts of the racecourse are outdoors and October weather in Paris can be changeable, it is wise to bring a smart coat or layer and to wear comfortable yet polished footwear for moving between facilities throughout the day.

Dressing with a touch of Parisian style ensures you feel at home in the Prestige lounges, Brasserie, Panorama restaurant and other premium spaces while fully immersing yourself in one of the most stylish days on the international racing calendar.

Every Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe hospitality package includes admission to ParisLongchamp (covering the Winning Post Enclosure & Arc Gardens), a reserved grandstand seat (selected packages), unlimited wine, champagne, beer & soft drinks, and a €10 betting voucher. Depending on the package, this is paired with anything from canapés in a private lounge through to a seated restaurant lunch or a Michelin-starred meal.

Yes. Saturday features high-quality supporting races including Group 1 contests, while Sunday is the main day featuring the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe itself plus several other Group 1 races. Many visitors attend both days or choose Sunday for the headline race.

Gates at ParisLongchamp typically open at 12.00pm on Saturday and 11.00am on Sunday during Arc weekend. Exact times can vary slightly, so check your ticket or itinerary closer to the event.

The first race usually starts around 1.20pm–1.40pm on both days of Arc weekend. On Sunday the main race, the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, is typically run in the mid-afternoon (around 3.05pm–4.05pm local time).

The last race usually starts around 6.10pm on Saturday and 6.40pm on Sunday. The racecourse remains open for a short period after racing for post-race entertainment and drinks.

ParisLongchamp typically closes around 8.30pm–9.30pm on Arc weekend, approximately one to two hours after the final race.

ParisLongchamp is located in the Bois de Boulogne in western Paris. Racing Breaks packages include return racecourse transfers from your hotel. Independent travellers can use the free shuttle buses from Porte Maillot or Porte d’Auteuil, or take the Metro/RER and walk or shuttle the final stretch.

All hospitality bookings can be booked with an initial 50% deposit. The final balance is typically due around 12 weeks before travel. If you book closer to the date of the event payment in full may be required at the time of booking.

Deposits for Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe hospitality packages are non-refundable at any stage of cancellation.

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Hospitality packages are usually distributed 1–2 weeks before the event and are provided in the form of e-tickets that will be emailed to you.

Yes, children are welcome at ParisLongchamp. Reduced or free tickets are often available for younger age groups depending on the ticket type.

Yes, you can bet onsite at ParisLongchamp. Betting facilities are available throughout the racecourse during the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe weekend (and on other racedays). You’ll find betting counters and stands in the main enclosures, including the Winning Post Enclosure and Arc Gardens, as well as within or near many hospitality areas.

Most official hospitality packages also include a €10 betting voucher per guest as standard.

You can place bets on the day’s races using cash or card at the on-course betting points.

Yes, ParisLongchamp is accessible for guests with disabilities. The racecourse has facilities and provisions for people with reduced mobility (PMR / personnes à mobilité réduite), including:

• Adapted entrances
• Reserved parking spaces close to the entrances
• Accessible pathways from drop-off points
• Specific signage and equipment

Public transport options serving the area (certain metro, tram and bus stops) also offer PMR accessibility, and free shuttles operate on major racedays such as the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe weekend.

Pushchairs are welcome on the racecourse.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding specific hospitality areas, lifts, accessible seating or assistance on the day, it is recommended to contact France Galop.

Yes, there are cloakroom / left-luggage facilities at ParisLongchamp.

A luggage drop-off point (consigne) is available near the entrance. This is useful for larger bags that may not be allowed inside the racecourse for security reasons, or simply if you prefer not to carry them around during the day.

Many hospitality packages also have cloakrooms within the lounges or restaurants.

It is still advisable to travel light where possible, as space can be limited on busy days such as the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe weekend.

No, the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe is not cancelled in bad weather.

Racing at ParisLongchamp, including the Arc, goes ahead in rain and on soft or testing ground. The race has been run many times in wet or heavy conditions (for example in 2022 under torrential rain).

Individual horses may be withdrawn by their connections if the ground becomes unsuitable for them, and attendance can be affected by poor weather, but the meeting and the Arc itself are only abandoned in the most extreme and rare circumstances (such as a completely waterlogged or unsafe track). This is highly unusual for a major international Group 1 race of this status.

In short, expect the racing to take place as scheduled regardless of typical autumn weather in Paris.