Apart from the all the action on the field, there will be lots to do and see on the sidelines as well on the day, so make sure to go and explore all that the New Zealand Polo Open has to offer!
Polo Hill – There is no-where better on the field for an elevated bird's eye view of all the action both on and around the field, so lie back and relax on Polo Hill and take in all that is on offer.
The Polo Village – surrounding the Estrella Lawn. The Polo Village is the hub of the New Zealand Polo Open, with an assortment of things to do and places to kick back and enjoy the matches from there is something for everyone here and with cuisine from all over the globe on offer, its a must visit for all on the day.
The Estrella Lawn - Always a huge focus on the day, being home to our main bar and the After-party!! The Estrella Lawn is centrally positioned, opposite the Clubhouse centre field, in the midst of all the action. Whether you are looking for a causal hangout, or fancy a refreshing Cold Beverage this is the place to do it. Guaranteed to be a popular haunt during the day providing a great view of all of the action on and around the field, it's a great place to set up your camp for the day. And as the sun sets it will be the focal point of The Edge Polo After-Party, so make sure you head over there after the games have finished to dance the night away under the stars.
Horse versus Horsepower Race - Always a firm favourite with everyone, Spectators line the boards to get a chance to cheer on the horse or the car!! Which will you cheering for?!?
Holly Estelle will make you famous - Our fabulous Event Ambassador will be taking over our social media for the day!! She will be everywhere and anywhere on the day capturing the feel and atmosphere from every aspect and angle (quite literally!) of the event. If you see Holly be sure to smile because she will be live posting and sharing all of the action on and off the field across all of our social platforms, so make sure you don't miss out and get insta-famous with the gorgeous Holly herself! #nofiterneeded #poloready
The Edge 360 Cam - Head over to the spectacular Edge 360 CAM, it is guaranteed to get your best side, and give you the best social post of 2025, in the Midst of the Estrella Lawn, grab the squad and 360 it up!!
FQ Fashion at the Polo - The highly anticipated and fiercely competitive FQ Magazine Fashion at the Polo is back.
Make sure to head over to the Remix Fashion Garden on the Estrella Lawn as registrations open at 2pm and the judging will begin at 2.30pm, so get ready to strut your stuff or enjoy the show!! The winners of best dressed Lady, Gentleman & Accessory will be announced at 2.55pm. Good luck to all the contestants, who are with a chance to win some fabulous prizes. New Zealand’s fashion elite will be judging, so make sure that you have donned your best Summer Polo Attire. Or if you aren't keen on a catwalk strut make sure to come to enjoy the show!!
The Grand Tour hoofs it to the Polo - Saddle up for the finale of The Grand Tour Racing Festival, a nationwide celebration of the biggest and best thoroughbred racing events! Snap a pic with The Grand Tour Horse sideline, share on Instagram, follow and tag @thegrandtournz and you’re in the draw to win premium tickets to Ellerslie’s Champions Day, ft. UK DJ Jax Jones, plus plenty of spot prizes throughout the day. Eat, drink and get racy at New Zealand’s raciest festival. Find out more at thegrandtour.nz .
Whispering Angel Dash - Line Up Ladies...you might want to remove your shoes for this one! Thanks to our fabulous friends in Cotes de Provence you can gallop your way to a fabulous Jeroboam, all you need to do is be a fastest filly on the day!!
Gentlemen's Dash - Line Up Gentlemen....This is one dash you do not want to miss out on, whether it is the ladies on the sidelines you want to impress with your lightning speed, or your friends at home, with a premium bottle of Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila on the finish line you won't be able to wait to enjoy, all you need to do is come first!!!
The Edge Polo After Party - As the sun sets after the final whistle has been blown The Estrella Lawn & Altos Margarita Pony Lines will play host to the best Polo Party New Zealand has to offer, with TOP DJ's ADAMS & Johnny Calvert spinning the best tracks, you and the players will dance the night away under the stars alfresco style. Please note this is Strictly R18.
NZ Polo Open is a strictly no BYO on any Beverages..