About the Event
Join us this September at Fairmount Park in Philadelphia for the 3rd Annual Philadelphia Polo Classic. The PPC expects to welcome over 4,000 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 will 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
Ticket information coming soon!
All sales are final – No Refunds!
Please note some areas are credentialed and require a special wristband for entry.
Book Tickets & Plan Ahead
The 3rd Annual Philadelphia Polo Classic Schedule of Events
Information coming soon!
Our Sponsors
Thank you to all of our 2023 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 2024 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.
2023 Philadelphia Polo Classic Poster Contest
Congratulations to the 2023 Philadelphia Polo Classic Poster Contest winning piece, “Number 3” by Athena Scott!
Athena Scott is an interdisciplinary artist from Philadelphia. She holds a Bachelor of Science from The Art Institute of Philadelphia and MFA from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Athena writes in her artist statement, “My inspiration comes from the threads that connect us all, the memories and nostalgia that shape our lives, and the history that we carry within ourselves.” Her artwork truly captured the essence of the Philadelphia Polo Classic, and we couldn’t be more delighted to have it represent this year’s event.
Thank you to every one of you who participated in the contest. Your submissions showcased immense talent and creativity, making the judging process an incredibly tough decision.
This exclusive poster featuring Athena Scott’s winning artwork will be available for purchase in the Merchandise tent. Forget to buy a poster last year? A limited supply of 2022 PPC posters featuring ‘Philly Polo’ by Leah McDonald will also be available for sale.
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.