Winter equestrian activity concentrates in Paris for three days of sport and spectacle. From 4 to 6 December 2026 Salon du Cheval de Paris 2026 takes place at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, combining professional exhibitors and public shows.
Dates, venue and tickets
Salon du Cheval de Paris 2026 runs from 4 to 6 December 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Advance tickets are on sale and certain night shows have limited capacity, so early booking is recommended.
Program highlights and returning formats
The program includes the Jumping International and the Nuits du Cheval evening shows. Recent editions featured top-level jumping, para-dressage content and niche disciplines such as mounted archery. The Innovation Trophies return in partnership with Pôle Hippolia and Cheval Magazine to showcase sector projects.
Key figures for the event
Official figures list 70 000 visitors and 500 exhibitors. The fair displays 180 horses and ponies and 160 riders across 35 000 square metres, giving a clear sense of scale for planning stands and logistics.
Preparing B2B outreach at Salon du Cheval de Paris 2026
- Target by discipline. Focus outreach on contacts tied to jumping, dressage and competitive riding given the event program.
- Plan live demos. Use the show spaces to stage short, repeatable demonstrations that illustrate product benefits to buyers and clubs.
- Schedule meetings in advance. With 500 exhibitors on site, pre-booked appointments reduce time wasted navigating the floor.
- Favor compact digital materials. Provide downloadable brochures and technical sheets to streamline post-event follow-up.
- Confirm stand build details. Verify access times and stand dimensions at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles to avoid last-minute adjustments.
Practical information for professional visitors
Ticketing, exhibitor registration and the full program are published by the organizer. Competitions and shows follow specific schedules across the three days, with certain performances held during the Nuits du Cheval evening program.
The equestrian market continues to evolve across equipment, services and animal welfare solutions. Salon du Cheval de Paris 2026 gathers that activity in a concentrated format that facilitates product trials and buyer meetings. For schedules, exhibitor lists and ticketing visit the official website http://www.salon-cheval.fr and plan your agenda accordingly.
