Hippodrome of Wallonia

Even if you’re not a gambler or a professional in the horse world, the Hippodrome de Mons is a fantastic place to come with the whole family. The lovely green setting has everything you need to enjoy some fun or sporting events organised around the horse races. At races that take place over weekends and on bank holidays, free activities are provided for children, including pony-rides, face-painting, a bouncy castle, themed games and a discovery trail. The Hippodrome also has plenty to offer at specific times of year, with an Easter egg hunt a Halloween parade and a visit from St Nicholas and Father Christmas. Grown-ups will be thrilled that the kids are so happy. The Hippodrome de Wallonie | Mons is also the perfect place to find out more about everything to do with horses. Garrocha, Hungarian racing, dressage and agility demonstrations are just some of the equestrian activities that you’ll be able to witness on race days.