About the Event
Thank you for joining us on September 21st at Fairmount Park in Philadelphia for the 3rd Annual Philadelphia Polo Classic. The PPC welcomed over 1,000 guests to Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park, attracting local and national audiences for a sensational event centered around two matches featuring Polo’s greatest champions. Proceeds from the PPC benefit the Work to Ride program, housed at the Chamounix Equestrian Center in Fairmount Park.
The Philadelphia Polo Classic continues to showcase diverse talent and unwavering dedication within the polo community! Witness polo luminaries such as America’s top-ranked player, Nic Roldan, alongside groundbreaking pioneers and Work to Ride Alumni, Shariah Harris and Kareem Rosser, as they fiercely compete for the championship title in Philadelphia! Also featured will be Melissa and Grant Ganzi, recognized figures in the polo world recognized for their contributions to the sport’s growth and their impressive performances on the field.
Philadelphia Polo Classic Ticket Sales – CLOSED
Rain or Shine: All Sales are Final – No Refunds.
Picnic at Polo!
All ticket levels may Pre-Order boxed meals through Feast Your Eyes catering for a truly seamless experience. Convenient pick-up tents are located in both VIP and General Admission areas. Click here to view menu and place your order. A portion of all boxed meal purchases benefit Work to Ride.
Price increases subject after Labor Day.
General Admission – $50
General Admission (GA) ticket holders can access lawn or bleacher seating, food trucks, bar tent (cash bar by Milkboy for guests 21+), exhibitors, and more. All seating is first come, first served. Guests are welcome to bring their own blankets and low-back chairs.
Polo Classic Lounge – Premium Bleacher Seating – $75 – MORE ADDED!
Center field, elevated seats put you right in the action with a designated bleacher seat located within a fenced-in area of the event space. Guests gain access to premium bathroom trailers and beautiful views of all the action! Ticket holders have access to all General Admission areas including exhibitor area, Food Trucks, and bar tent (cash bar by Milkboy for guests 21+).
Chukker Tent East – $150 (21+) (SOLD OUT)
Field-side viewing at its best! This shaded area by the goal posts offers a lounge-style atmosphere with access to an array of light snacks, and complimentary beer, wine, soft drinks, and water. Guests gain access to premium bathroom trailers. Ticket holders have access to all General Admission areas including exhibitor area, Food Trucks, and spirits bar tent (cash bar by Milkboy for guests 21+). No reserved seating, seating offerings presented cocktail style.
Capacity is limited. Guests must be 21+
Chukker Tent West – $150 ( 21+) (SOLD OUT)
Field-side viewing at its best! This shaded area by the goal posts offers a lounge-style atmosphere with access to an array of light snacks, and complimentary beer, wine,soft drinks, and water. Ticket holders have access to all General Admission areas including exhibitor area, Food Trucks, and spirits bar tent (cash bar by Milkboy for guests 21+). No reserved seating, seating offerings presented cocktail style.
Capacity is limited. Guests must be 21+
Polo Classic Lounge – Premium Table Seating for 4 – $1.1K
This package is $1,000 total – you must purchase 4 tickets ($275 per person)
Polo Classic Lounge Premium Table Seating ticket holders will have access to a private, center-field table for four with an umbrella. Guests 21+ will receive a complimentary bottle of wine with ice bucket for chilling, 4 bottles of water, and a charcuterie box by Tasty Peach Charcuterie. Guests gain access to premium bathroom trailers. Ticket holders have access to all General Admission areas including exhibitor area, Food Trucks, and bar tent (cash bar by Milkboy for guests 21+).
Capacity is limited. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and we request that you provide all guest names at the time of purchase whenever possible.
VIP Experience Individual Ticket – $550
VIP Experience ticket holders will be granted access to a tented viewing area complete with a designated field-side seat and access to the luxury hospitality tent with complimentary elevated food & beverage offerings including an open bar (beer, wine and signature cocktails), hors d’oeuvres, salads, snacks, desserts and more. Coffee, tea and soft drinks are also provided. Guests granted access to premium bathroom trailers, exclusive VIP entrance, and opportunities to mingle with players.
Order ahead with our a la carte dining option for your perfect picnic in your tent! If you’d like to entertain a large group in a private tent, check out our VIP Tent offering for parties of 10. VIP Experience Ticket holders have access to all VIP and General Admission areas.
Capacity is limited. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
VIP Tent Experience $5.5K
This package is $5,500 Total – you must purchase 10 tickets ($500 per person)
VIP Tent Experience is perfect for groups of 10 and offers a designated 10’ x 25’ private field-side area comprised of a 10’ x10’ tent with a 15’ front yard area with 10 chairs and room for blankets. All 10 guests will have access to the exclusive luxury hospitality tent with complimentary elevated food & beverage offerings, including an open bar (beer, wine and signature cocktails), hors d’oeuvres, salads, snacks, desserts and more. Coffee, tea and soft drinks are also provided. Guests granted access to premium bathroom trailers, exclusive VIP entrance, and opportunities to mingle with players.
VIP Tent Experience purchasers have the option to customize the food offerings in their private tent with our pre-event a la carte dining option. VIP Experience Ticket holders have access to all VIP and General Admission areas including exhibitor area, Food Trucks, and bar tent (cash bar by Milkboy for guests 21+).
Capacity is limited. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Please note some areas are credentialed and require a special wristband for entry.
Rain or Shine: All Sales are Final – No Refunds. Please review the FAQs for further details. Ticket prices are subject to increase.
Book Tickets & Plan Ahead
The 3rd Annual Philadelphia Polo Classic Schedule of Events
- 10:00 AM – Gates Open
- 11:00 AM – First Match: Goshen Hill vs. Johnson & Johnson
- 12:00 PM – Trophy Presentation
- 12:15 PM – Antique Carriage Parade
- 12:45 PM – Amwell Valley Fox Hounds
- 1:00 PM – Stick Pony Race (All Ages)
- 2:00 PM – Feature Match: Mars Equestrian vs. WTR
- 2:30 PM – Mars Equestrian Half-Time Doggie Divot Stomp
- 2:40 PM – Hat Contest Presentation
- 2:45 PM – Largest Polo Match Wobble
- 3:30 PM – Trophy Presentation
- 4:00 PM – Gates Close
Our 2024 Sponsors
Thank you to all of our 2024 sponsors. We are excited to welcome new and returning sponsors this year!
Your support matters. It directly benefits the Work to Ride program, allowing us to continue operations so Philadelphia youth have access to their very own horse to care for and train.
Interested in sponsoring the 2025 Philadelphia Polo Classic? Please email phillypoloclassic@worktoride.net for more information.
We are ecstatic to bring polo back to Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park, one of the many firsts by Work to Ride!
FAQs
The Philadelphia Polo Classic offers food vendors and a merchandise tent with unique shopping opportunities for everyone.
The 2024 Philadelphia Polo Classic Poster Contest is Closed.
Congratulations to the 2024 Philadelphia Polo Classic Poster Contest winning piece, “Neck Shot Wind-Up” by Eve Troncone!
Eve Troncone, a Brooklyn-born artist, designer, and art instructor, resides in Rhinebeck, New York, and Wellington, Florida. A Syracuse University graduate, Eve is known for her large canvas acrylics, focusing on abstracts, landscapes, flowers, and various animals, particularly horses. Her recent work includes commissioned paintings of endangered turtles for The Wetland Trust and several portraits of polo players and their horses.
“Neck Shot Wind-Up” is an acrylic painting inspired by a photograph of the rising American polo star, Peke Gonzalez.
Who Benefits?
The Philadelphia Polo Classic benefits Work to Ride Programming. Work to Ride is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides constructive activities centered on horsemanship, equine sports, and education to under-resourced youth from Philadelphia.
The program is housed at Chamounix Equestrian Center, located in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia. In addition to the Work to Ride program, Chamounix Equestrian Center engages the community at large through various equestrian programs; including horseback riding lessons, summer camp, discovery days and polo program. For information about Work to Ride, or to make a donation, go to www.worktoride.net.