Oostende Koerse
Summer horse-racing season at the ACEG Wellington Hippodrome, every Monday for nine weeks plus a special Friday edition on 17 July.
Drive attendance and hospitality bookings for a recurring summer horse-racing event targeting local and tourist audiences with weekly activation opportunities.
- Weekly race previews and betting tips for sports fans
- Hospitality packages and dining experiences at the track
- Local event promotion for summer weekend entertainment
- Behind-the-scenes horse and jockey spotlights
In 2026 there are 9 race days at the Aceg Wellington Renbaan in Oostende: the first 8 Mondays of July and August as well as Friday 17 July . Every summer, the Wellington Hippodrome transforms into a vibrant epicentre of horse racing, music, and summer vibes during Oostende Koerse, offering a unique mix of sporting excitement and Flemish atmosphere right by the sea . This is a beloved summer tradition combining racing, live entertainment, betting, and seaside leisure.
- Multiple fast-paced gallop races and several harness races with sulky-driving jockeys each day
- The Wellington Cup: a prestigious gallop race with Arabian thoroughbreds, big prize pots, and top-level rivalry
- Flemish stars and DJ sets turn the event into a real party after the races – sometimes with fireworks
- Open-air setting, food & drinks, networking moments and kids' entertainment – all within walking distance of the beach
- Multi-tier VIP and spectator seating: Bagatelle terrace, Filou Jockey Club, standard seating
- Betting opportunities: join in and pick your winning horse – just for fun or as a true racing enthusiast
- true