One of the largest and most well-known beach polo events in the world, the World Polo League Beach Polo World Cup, Miami Beach, produced by Lifestyle Polo, will return to Miami Beach at Collins Park from April 29 through May 1.
The weekend tournament is expected to draw over 12,000 visitors to witness the three-day equestrian extravaganza that combines sports competition with luxury and entertainment. Some of the best international polo players from a dozen nations will compete in high-stakes polo matches each day of the three-day entertainment event.
“We are thrilled to return this April with our annual World Polo League Beach Polo World Cup, Miami Beach,” Tito Gaudenzi says, founder and producer of the World Polo League Beach Polo World Cup, Miami Beach. “The competition between the teams and individual players will no doubt be as intense as ever. We are grateful to be back, at max capacity, with an exceptional luxury lifestyle experience for our 2022 guests. We’re offering spectators a sublime Miami Beach weekend of classic, international sportsmanship, decadence, action, fun, and entertainment.”
Along with the polo tournament on Miami Beach, visitors can also experience:
Polo Lounge – Guests can purchase a ticket to experience the polo match under shade at the Polo Lounge. The Lounge overlooks the polo field featuring food and beverage items for sale and a full bar, access to game commentary and music. Tickets to the Polo Lounge start at $80 and vary by date of attendance. The Polo Lounge is open from noon to 6 p.m. Friday to Sunday.
VIP Experience – VIP packages include a table for 10 people inside the VIP tent overlooking the polo field. Ranging from $4,000 to $12,000, VIP guests will enjoy unlimited gourmet bites, along with Don Julio Tequila and beverages provided by Ketel One Botanical Vodka, Bodvár – House of Rosés, amongst many other options. The VIP tent opens at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 29, and noon on Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1.
Food & Beverage –The world-class and celebrity-attended event offers various food and beverage options for guests to indulge in, including tastings by Bodvár- House of Rosés and savory bites by Bodega Taqueria y Tequila.
Retail Village – Guests can also shop for official merchandise and luxury goods in the Retail Village, an outdoor beachfront shopping area adjacent to the VIP tent. The stores and fashion brands on display include Bungalow Bazar, Casablanca (official event merchandise), and Ladurée Macarons. The Retail Village opens at 11 a.m., Friday to Sunday.
Après Polo – Following the fourth game each day, guests can go to the Après Polo celebration at The Setai for drinks and bites.
During this ear’s World Polo League Beach Polo World Cup, Miami Beach, a charity celebrity round-robin event will be held in partnership with Give Back for Special Equestrians, the Museum Hall of Fame and the Polo Training Foundation.
For a full schedule of events and to purchase tickets, visit Miamipolocup.com. The tournament will take place between 21st and 22nd Street in Miami Beach.