2025 NSLM Polo Classic Presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN™

The 2025 NSLM Polo Classic presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN™ will take place on Sunday, September 14, at Great Meadow Foundation in The Plains, VA. 

As the National Sporting Library & Museum's sole fundraising event each year, the proceeds from the Polo Classic support the NSLM’s mission to preserve, promote, and share the literature, art, and culture, of equestrian, angling and field sports as well as advocate for the conservation of open space and waterways crucial to these sports. Funds raised from the event allow the Library & Museum to host dynamic public programs and fine-art exhibitions, as well as care for its world-renowned collection of nearly 22,000 works covering 500 years of history—all located in the heart of Middleburg.

The Polo Classic is a fun and festive day of polo and wonderful way to experience the NSLM’s mission first-hand. The event includes two top-tier polo matches, seated lunch in the Founders’ Pavilion, champagne divot stomp, traditional parade of the hounds, and much more!

Tickets sales are now open!

TICKETING OPTIONS:

Founders' Pavilion Table Sponsor - $10,000 ($8,000 tax deductible) 

• Table for 10 for a 3-course seated lunch in the Founders’ Pavilion
• Exclusive VIP experience including a champagne reception, access to the Lugano Diamonds Caviar Bar & Salon and post-match Players Reception 
• Valet parking
• Invitation to the sponsor reception on Friday, September 12, hosted by Mrs. Jacqueline B. Mars 
• One full-page advertisement in event program
• Logo on NSLM website

Founders' Pavilion Individual Ticket - $1,000 ($800 tax deductible) 

• Individual ticket for a 3-course seated lunch in the Founders’ Pavilion
• Exclusive VIP experience including a champagne reception, access to the Lugano Diamonds Caviar Bar & Salon and post-match Players Reception 
• Valet parking
• Gourmet Catering Package Option

Tailgate Tent Package - $1,500 ($700 tax deductible)

• Two Tailgate Passes (space for vehicles side-by-side behind tent, up to 4 guests each)
• Two General Admission Passes (cars park in general admission lot, up to 4 guests each)
• 12 chairs, 3 tables, and linens included

Tailgate Non-Tented Space - $500 ($250 tax deductible)

• OneTailgate Pass (space for vehicles side-by-side behind tent, up to 4 guests each)
• One General Admission Pass (cars park in general admission lot, up to 4 guests each)

General Admission Car Pass - $50

Official Artwork: Natalie Fox, Fall Chukker, 2024, oil on canvas 24 x 36 inches