2026 NSLM Polo Classic Presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN™

The 2026 NSLM Polo Classic presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN™ will take place on Sunday, September 13, at Great Meadow Foundation in The Plains, VA. Ticket sales are now open!

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!

Ticketing Options:

Founders' Pavilion Table Sponsor - $12,000 ($10,000 tax deductible) *LIMITED AVAILABILITY*

• Table for 10 for a 3-course seated lunch in the Founders’ Pavilion
• Exclusive VIP experience including a pre-match champagne reception, Salon access, and post-match chocolate celebration
• Valet parking
• Invitation to the Sponsor & Player Reception hosted by Mrs. Jacqueline B. Mars 
• One full-page advertisement in event program
• Logo on NSLM website

Founders' Pavilion Individual Ticket - $1,200 ($1,000 tax deductible) 

• 3-course seated lunch in the Founders’ Pavilion
• Exclusive VIP experience including a pre-match champagne reception, Salon access, and post-match chocolate celebration
• Valet parking

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)
• 16 chairs, 4 tables, and linens included

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

• One Tailgate 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

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The Polo Classic is held at Great Meadow Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving open space, advancing equestrian excellence, and enriching the community through accessible outdoor events.