Event• Lifestyle

Experience the Regal Equestrian Delight at Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park

August 4, 2023

Africa’s signature lifestyle event – Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park – is back!

African Deluxe Company, the event producers of the Joburg Polo in the Park, have officially confirmed the 2023 edition of the Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park. The event is set to take place this September at the Polo Fields, located at the esteemed Inanda Country Base in Kyalami. Ticket sales for the event are opening today.

Back for a third year, the Joburg Polo in the Park was first launched in 2019. The event encapsulates the time-honoured sport of Polo, combining it with high fashion, good music, and delectable gourmet food and drink.

The Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park offers a delightful way to enjoy the sport of kings. They host a unique format of Polo featuring only three players aside from an inflatable ball, which is different from the hard ball used in traditional matches. The game captures the imagination of equestrian lovers in grand style, allowing spectators to get close to the exciting action and enjoy all the thrills of the matches.

“We are elated to once again bring polo fans together for this spectacular occasion marked with glamour and luxury at this new space,” says ADC’s Ben Moseme, and he adds, “with Polo being the sport of royalty, the Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park delivers when it comes to upholding this regal image. And as always, we benchmark this annual lifestyle event against internationally respected polo tournaments to ensure we are aligned if not ahead of our global counterparts. Combining the game with high fashion, engaging live entertainment, and world-class catering options helps us create an unforgettable experience for all who attend.”

Premium hospitality Marquees

With the option of three Premium VIP Hospitality Marquees to choose from, each offers a unique experience.

Classic Polo Lounge

A premium lounge offering prime views, gourmet lunch, bespoke décor, open bar and all the trimmings of the game.

1 x VIP Hospitality Entrance Ticket
Luxury lounge seating
Premier views of polo field
International Premium Open complimentary bar which runs until 17h00
Flavoursome harvest table
Gourmet 3 course buffet lunch and evening snacks
Butler service
Complimentary parking

R4500

The African Deluxe Lounge

This lounge offers those new to the sport a fantastic opportunity to experience the glamour of polo in a relaxed setting with full catering and complimentary local bar throughout the day.

1 x VIP Hospitality Ticket
Luxury lounge seating
Premier views of the polo field
Full complementary local bar which runs until 17h00
Flavorsome harvest table
Floating lunch and dinner
Complimentary Parking
Live DJ entertainment

R3200

AfroGlam Polo Lounge

The best way to experience the game in a vibrant environment. From the comfort of your own eight-seater reserved lounge, guests are treated to personalised premium and outstanding catering and bottle service from their dedicated hostess, while SA’s top DJs provide the vibe.

8 x VIP Hospitality Tickets
Reserved Lounge Pocket
Premier views of the polo field
Dedicated hostess
Butler service
Flavoursome harvest table
Meaty lunch platters and evening snacks
Premium bar package / Bottle Service including: Champagne, Whiskey, Gin, Cognac VSOP, Mixers and energy drinks
Complimentary Parking
Top-rated entertainment

R20 000 upwards

Standard Bank Lounge

The Standard Bank Lounge is an invitation-only marquee, exclusively for their clients, customers, and stakeholders.

“Continuing our support for the Joburg Polo in the Park event reflects Standard Bank’s positioning as a premium African banking group,” says Lindy-Lou Alexander, Global Head of Marketing: Personal & Private Banking at Standard Bank. “The alliance just works. This remarkable event showcases our dedication to delivering elite experiences that merge sport, fashion, and luxury. It’s not just a polo match; it’s a chance to demonstrate our commitment to curating unique experiences for our valued clients.”

From Johannesburg, the business capital of the province, to the rest of South Africa, and eventually the African continent, this premium event is definitely an intercontinental fixture on the sporting and social calendar not to be missed.