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Equestria

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Walk along the Gavarnie path ©Agence Touristique des Vallées de Gavarnie - Pierre Meyer

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RECFILM

Festival of Equestrian Creation - From 21 to 26 July 2026

Equestria

Every year, the Equestria Festival takes up residence in the heart of the former National Stud in Tarbes. Horses and artists take over this superb park and its Empire-style stables, wandering through the alleys and putting on shows… The atmosphere is joyful and pastoral. Every day, the Festival also offers 3 major shows for the general public, combining equestrian prowess, dance, music and circus arts, during the day or evening, to suit all tastes. Night is falling, but the weekend’s not over yet. Tomorrow you’re off to discover the Cirque de Gavarnie, an exceptional site listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It’s said that you can ride donkeys and horses there.

From
216
per person
2 days
2 nights

The price includes

  • 2 nights’ accommodation in a 4* B&B hotel
  • Entry to the Equestria Festival village
  • Admission to the “Magic of the Horse and the Arts” show
  • Discovery of Gavarnie

216€/person (based on 2 people)

850€/family (based on 2 adults and 2 children)


What you’ll love

  • The exceptional equestrian events and performances
  • The sumptuous setting of the Haras de Tarbes
  • The discovery of Gavarnie
  • The incredible luxury and contemporary hotel
programme

On the programme for your stay

The magic of Equestria

From 21 to 26 July 2026, 30th edition

This internationally acclaimed festival, dedicated to the magic of horses and the arts, is a must-see event for all the family, every summer at the foot of the Pyrenees, in an exceptional setting.

A unique family and summer festival
Enthusiasts and the curious come together in July, in the rural setting of the Haras de Tarbes park, to experience a rare moment in a very convivial atmosphere.
You don’t have to be a rider to appreciate the programme of this festival, which is like an enchanted interlude, offering unforgettable moments close to the horses.

A historic venue… that gives the festival a special soul
If Equestria is unlike any other event, it’s also because it takes place in the sumptuous setting of the Haras de Tarbes in the heart of the town. Imagine an eight-hectare green setting, witness to two centuries of history and the birthplace of the Anglo-Arab breed!
Here you can watch, learn, enjoy and have fun…
Four major equestrian shows are on offer, as well as musical rides, guided tours, exhibitions by passionate painters and sculptors, ….
The children’s village will delight the little ones, while the older ones can enjoy the entertainment in the cabaret and the exhibitors’ village, before feasting in the festival’s various restaurants…

3 major shows

This festival is an opportunity to discover the diversity of equestrian shows, with three major performances every day in three different venues at the Haras, transformed for the occasion into an enchanting country setting!

In a magical, intimate setting, these events provide an opportunity to enjoy shows for the general public, combining equestrian prowess, dance, music and circus arts, created by internationally renowned companies.

To celebrate this 30th edition, 3 new exceptional shows combining equestrian prowess, dance, music and circus arts are on offer.

  • "PROHIBE" Equestrian show by the Jehol company

    Immerse yourself in the magical world of this breathtaking show where man and horse dance together!

    Featuring acrobatics, acrobatics and dance, “Prohibé” explores the relationship between man and horse, all to music and under the beautiful big top of the Franc-Comtois company!

    Somewhere between dream and reality, the show plays with appearances, stimulates the imagination and takes you on a thrilling adventure, like a wild ride with these gentle yet powerful giants.

    This astonishing show featuring sumptuous Comtois draught horses is the latest creation from the Jehol company, who are constantly pushing back the boundaries of equestrian art.

    Ready to experience the thrill?

    From Tuesday 21 to Sunday 26 July at 5.30pm

    Show for all ages – Under the big top – Duration: 1h30

    Prices: Regular price = €27 / Reduced price = €23*/ Children’s price (4 to 12 years) = €19

  • "SUEÑO" by Magali Delgado and Frédéric Pignon

    Magali Delgado and Frédéric Pignon, the star couple of the equestrian world, are back at Equestria!

    25 years after enchanting the festival’s “Nuit des Créations”, the couple, co-founders of the famous international show Cavalia (with one of the creators of Cirque du Soleil), return to present their latest creation, in the new big top at Equestria.

    They have played to over two million spectators, taking equestrian art to a new dimension by bringing poetry, innovation and a unique relationship with horses.

    Pioneers of a caring and respectful approach to animals, they are constantly dreaming up innovative acts and equestrian moments of pure magic.

    Their magnificent show ‘Sueño’ promises an unforgettable emotional journey, where the relationship between man and horse reaches new heights of grace and harmony.

    From Tuesday 21 to Sunday 26 July at 5.30pm

    Show for all ages – Under the big top – Duration: 1h30

    Prices: Regular price = €27 / Reduced price = €23*/ Children’s price (4 to 12 years) = €19

  • "Don Quixote, equestrian madness" by the Diego'n Co company

    The Auvergne-based company Diego n’Co has taken Cervantes’ famous novel and inspired it freely, transporting you to 17th-century Spain.

    In an extravagant version where equestrian prowess meets grace and humour, discover the incredible adventures of the mythical “Knight with the Sad Face”, his faithful squire Sancho Panza and the mysterious Dulcinea…

    If you’re a fan of equestrian shows, baroque stories and gentle madness, come and enjoy a timeless experience in the magnificent riding arena at the Haras, created under Napoleon 1st!

    From Tuesday 21st to Sunday 26th July at 5.30pm

    Show for all ages – Under the big top – Duration: 1h30

    Prices: Regular price = €27 / Reduced price = €23*/ Children’s price (4 to 12 years) = €19

Discover Gavarnie

After a day of festivities and entertainment, find your way to the mountains and the majestic Cirque de Gavarnie.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, once described as a wall by Victor Hugo.

On foot, donkey or horseback, wind your way along the Gave that runs through the plain and come face to face with this natural giant.

It’s a motionless spectacle, the calm of which is occasionally broken by the cry of birds of prey.

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Julie, creator of holidays and breaks in the Hautes-Pyrénées

As an adventurer and lover of the great outdoors, I specialise in holidays that are full of emotion! Don’t hesitate to contact me to adapt this holiday. See you soon in the Hautes-Pyrénées.

Julie Richard
accommodation

Your accommodation

Design hotel in the heart of the city

Your hotel in the centre of Tarbes, with its resolutely designer ambience, plays on the range of raw materials. Glass, steel, stainless steel… From the crystalline facade with its changing colours, to the rooms where the bathroom is like a delicately placed bubble, with a blackout curtain to ensure everyone’s privacy… Here, everything is designed for the well-being and comfort of our guests. The Lounge Bar offers a piano bar atmosphere in a decor of glass, rockwork and light. The fireplace and leather armchairs give the place a cosy feel. Tapas, pastries and cocktails are served to the sound of jazz or classical music.

budget

Budget

The estimated budget for this stay is €216 per person.

Included in this suggestion :

  • 2 days/2 nights in a 4* B&B hotel
  • 1 entry to the Equestria Festival village
  • 1 ticket for a “Magic of the horse and the arts” show
  • Discovery of Gavarnie

216€/person (based on 2 people)

850€/family (based on 2 adults and 2 children)

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