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When? Sunday the 18^th of June from 11am to 7pm. 

What? The pique-nique de la Parisienne,  a special space is reserved for the readers of DO IT IN PARIS at the heart of the Village de Diane (the VIP and trendy area of the event) during the Prix de Diane Longines from 11am to 7pm.

How to get there?

• By train from the Gare du Nord SNCF grandes lignes (25 minutes) voyages-sncf.com and RER line D (45 minutes) www.transilien.com until Chantilly. Then a shuttle takes you to the Hippodrome (if you want to burn a few calories, it’s 10 minutes on foot).

• By car: 40 km from Paris via motorway A1 exit "Survilliers” or “Senlis". On your GPS: Avenue de la Plaine des Aigles, 60500 Chantilly.
  
  

Parkings: 5 € per day. It is highly suggested to reserve your place ahead of time.

We still remember the incredible Brigitte show last year. New edition, new line up, with Synapson that promises a memorable DJ set in the lines of Calvi on the Rocks. Heavy duty.

An occasion to gyrate to the signature beats of the Frenchy duo that all foreigners envy. Arms up for Alexandre Chiere and Paul Cucuron, whose album Convergence has become a golden record. Djon Maya Maï, Moonlight, Golden Days, a condensed version of feel-good tubes, mix of hip hop, electro and house funk, to be listened to live during a chic afternoon filled with ambiance, starting at noon.

Whip out your most “incredible” hats, flower crowns, head jewellery, XXL sun hats and stunning dresses... As for shoes, we recommend wedgies for a little comfort on the grass… Since its creation in 1843, this ultra chic racing venue also happens to be a style landmark where socialites in the past already showcased their fashion statement.

So no need to say that we are sure to really play up the dress code game and participate in the elegance contest for the title of Mademoiselle Diane by Longines… The ten finalists will go home with the new blue lady’s model from The Longines Master Collection (fabulous!) offered by the famous watchmaker.

Photo shooting on the catwalk of the Hippodrome racetrack, located in the village of Diane from 11:am to 1:30pm.

© Share&Dare / Florian Léger

The most chic races in the world? The Prix de Diane Longines. Much more than an amazing horse race — it’s a myth. And mostly it’s the most chic and worldly not-to-be missed rendezvous of the racing season, attended by all the trendy socialites (Brigitte, Aishwarya Rai…) since 1843, date of its creation.

A French version of the famed Ascot, with the added “Parisienne” touch of unrivalled elegance and coolitude. For sure the location is royal… At the foot of the superb château de Chantilly. In short, an experience to live at least once in a lifetime… Starting with its exacting dress code! A garden party spirit, fabulous hats de rigueur, champagne, trendy concerts and high-end filly races. You will adore it!

At the Prix de Diane, the high-end picnic is to the max. Normal, with DO IT IN PARIS, it is to be enjoyed at the Village de Diane, the VIP area (Very Important Parisiennes). Champagne bar, flower crown workshop, everything has been organized to chill and be chic in an upbeat ambiance...

Take out your trunks, your wicker baskets, white sheets and start putting together your lawn picnic. Chicken, champagne and salads to savour in pretty porcelain unless you play it English style with finger sandwiches and some Pimm’s...

Another terrific option for chic lazy bones? Ordering ahead of time a deluxe picnic signed Fauchon served in a super elegant hatbox with veggies to nibble on, cold soup, salads, sandwiches, cold dish, terrines, vegetable chips, cheese and pastries (35€).

Reserve your picnic on www.billetterie.france-galop.com