From glamorous dresses and sharp suits, to stunning summer hats, express your polo style and be in to win!
SUMMER FUN
Whether you are swilling Champagne or munching on delicious canapes, stomping the divots or dancing the day away with the polo players, this is guaranteed to be a fun and fabulous day.
GAME ON
The NZ Polo Open is action-packed and highly competitive. Be amazed by the world-class skills of the international and local players and the speed and might of their ponies, as they vie for NZ Polo’s biggest prize.
Ticket Options
THE ESTRELLA LAWN & POLO HILL FROM $45 PER PERSON (GENERAL ADMISSION)
Bring your own picnic, chairs and sun umbrella and find a spot on the famous ‘Polo Hill’ overlooking all the action. To get even closer to the action, nab a spot on the Estrella Lawn. Situated centre-field, directly opposite the Clubhouse, this is the hub for all the action on the day with the Estrella Bar on hand to keep you refreshed.
THE ALTOS MARGARITA PONY LINES
FROM $85 PER PERSON, R18 (NEW FOR 2025)
The Altos Margarita Pony Lines are set on a private picketed lawn and is an ideal place to kick back and enjoy all the action from. With its own private Altos Margarita Pony Bar, a complimentary drink on arrival and a selection of bite size snacks, it’s all you need for a great day out. It’s the ultimate base for your polo squad. Strictly R18.
WHISPERING ANGEL VIP POLO CLUB
FROM $150 PER PERSON, R18 (VIP TICKETS)
Adjacent to the prestigious Auckland Polo Clubhouse, under the shade of the giant oaks, the Whispering Angel VIP Polo Club provides an exclusive European-style polo experience. On arrival, you will be welcomed with a glass of chilled Whispering Angel rosé. You’ll have delicious canapes to enjoy all day, plus the luxury and privacy of a space with a DJ spinning the best tunes. Strictly R18.
BOOT PARK FROM $740 + GST (MAKE IT YOUR OWN)
For those who want to party in their own space, the Boot Park is ideal. With 20 tickets and three metres of field-side space to use as you choose, this is one of the most popular options on the ground and sells out every year. Pop up a gazebo and furnish as you like. Drinks can be purchased from any of the onsite bars. Includes an infield carpark. (NB: the event is strictly no BYO on any beverages.)
VIP BOOT PARK FROM $1500 + GST
If you’re keen to cater yourself but don’t fancy lugging your gazebo out to the polo, this is the ideal way to spend the day with your group. The VIP Boot Park is field side, with 20 tickets, a 3x3 metre marquee and some furniture (chairs, table and trestle table). Bring your own catering and purchase drinks from one of the many bars onsite then finish the day at the After Party. (NB: the event is strictly no BYO on any beverages.)
BUS TRANSPORT FROM $60 PER PERSON
The easiest way to get to the polo! Buses depart from the Wyndham Street Coach Stop in the CBD at 10.30am and leave the polo after-party at 8.30pm.
Whispering Angel Ladies Dash
Kick off your heels and join in this fun, fast and furious dash across the field. Thanks to our fabulous friends in Cotes de Provence you can sprint your way to win a fabulous Whispering Angel magnum.
THE ALTOS GENTLEMEN'S DASH
Show off your sporting prowess and lightning speed and join this highly competitive race. A premium bottle of Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila is waiting for the first across the finish line.
Sideline Action
While the international players battle it out on the field, the sidelines are packed with plenty to do and see. Make the most of this big day out and explore all that the NZ Polo Open has to offer.
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE DIVOT STOMP
NZ Polo Open is proud to support the great work of RMHC. Look out for their collectors while you stomp the divots between polo matches. Please give generously or donate now to provide a home-away-fromhome for families with sick children. RMHC will also be onsite with a pop-up.
The Edge Polo After Party
After the final whistle has been blown, the Estrella Lawn and the Altos Margarita Pony Lines will combine to host the best alfresco polo party New Zealand has to offer. With top DJs Johnny Calvert and ADAMS spinning the best tracks, you and the players can dance the night away under the stars. (This is strictly R18.)
POLO FOOD VILLAGE
HORSE VERSUS HORSEPOWER RACE
Watch a Land Rover Defender 425 Edition race a polo pony down the field. The Defender can reach 100kph in 5.8 seconds; will the agility of the pony be able to match its raw power?
The Polo Village is a must-visit to fill your belly and hydrate. PikNics, Pasta Masta, Royal Thai, Real Fruit Ice Cream and Wraps n More are among the food offerings, plus there’s a water station to refill your water bottles.
The Edge 360 Cam
Head to the Estrella Lawn to get your best social post of 2025 with the high speed–slow motion 360 cam from The Edge. Showcase your fit on the ‘Gram’ in style.
Keep an eye out for the green #NZOTTB stickers on some of the polo ponies. This means they are a retrained thoroughbred racehorse and are in the running for a $3000 cash prize. New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing sponsors the best playing thoroughbreds in polo. Seeing these horses excel beyond the racetrack and celebrating their versatility is an important part of the welfare levy which is funded by racing stakes money and set aside for the welfare of thoroughbreds while racing and in their second careers.
STAY AND PLAY
Make a weekend of it with our fabulous hotel partner DoubleTree by Hilton Auckland Karaka. Super handy to the polo fields and right next door to Karaka Bloodstock, it’s the perfect place to stay. Scan here to get your special event room rate!
Exclusive to the NZ Polo Open, Coast has created a limited-edition Weekender Bag. Handcrafted in New Zealand, these gorgeous bags are made from the highestquality materials and are designed to withstand years of adventures while continuing to look superb. The winning polo team and a Fashion at the Polo winner will each be taking one home. To get one for yourself, visit coastnewzealand.com
FASHION JUDGES
Holly Estelle EVENT AMBASSADOR
Laura Hadlow
CAITLIN CRISP HEAD OF MARKETING, SOCIAL & PR
Sarah Murray EDITOR IN CHIEF & PUBLISHER OF FASHION QUARTERLY.
Robert Niwa CRANE BROTHERS
The runway in the FQ Fashion Garden on the Estrella Lawn is the place to be for all the fashion action. 1. last year’s winners. 2 & 5. Bold and bright on the runway. 3. Dark Hampton x Kathryn Wilson ‘Amalfi’ twilly scarf. 4. Cailin Crisp matching Copperman skirt and top.
Learn to Play
Did you know that it's never too late to learn to play the Sport of Kings? No matter your level of experience when it comes to horse riding, there are places where you can give polo a go. The Auckland Polo Academy in Clevedon and Ainsley Polo in Bombay offer lessons, polo holidays and polo experiences for all ages and abilities.
Visit aucklandpolo.co.nz/ auckland-polo-academy and ainsleypolo.com to find out more.
Fashion at the Polo Runway Glamour
The highly anticipated and stylishly competitive FQ Fashion at the Polo is back for 2025. New Zealand’s fashion elite are lined up to judge and award the Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Gentleman and Best Accessory on the day. Make sure to head over to the FQ Fashion Garden on the Estrella Lawn as the judging will begin at 2.30pm, so get ready to strut your stuff or enjoy the show!!
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Don your polo best and be in to win some fabulous prizes. Or if you aren't keen on a catwalk strut make sure to come to enjoy the show.
be looking for an outfit that has been considered from top to toe. I will also look for a point of difference – right down to the details!”
LAURA HADLOW,
JUDGE
NZ POLO OPEN FINALS
SUNDAY 16 FEBRUARY, 2025
Auckland Polo Club Fisher Field, 102 Clevedon-Kawakawa Road, Clevedon
Our Partners
NZ Polo Open 2025 is very proud to be partnered with the following brands and companies
1PM Stomping of the Divots
1.15PM The Fisher Challenge
2.30PM FQ Fashion at the Polo
2.55PM Ladies & Gentlemen’s Dashs
3.00PM Horse versus Horsepower Race 3.15PM Parade of Champions 3.30PM The New Zealand Polo Open 2025 Final 4.15PM RMHC Stomping of the divots
5.15PM Presentation on Clubhouse Lawn
5.30PM The Official Edge Polo After Party — Estrella Lawn 8.30PM Bus departs to Britomart
IMPORTANT The NZ Polo Open is strictly a no-BYO event. A day in the country, watching great polo goes hand-in-hand with a glass of Champagne or a beer which is all available at the venue. If you think you’ll be indulging and staying on for the after-party, consider booking a return bus for $60 per person. Entry is by wristband only, received at the gate on sighting your electronic ticket. To find out more, visit: nzpoloopen.com
