FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this your first time visiting the Sarasota Polo Club? Below are answers to our most frequently asked questions.

What are your season dates for the upcoming season?
							
							Our 2024 Sarasota Polo Season will host Sunday Polo matches playing every Sunday from December 31st, 2023 through April 7th, 2024. Each Sunday Polo match starts at 1PM with an opening ceremony, where a flag horse carries the American Flag around the field followed by the players and umpires. We host a live national anthem performance at midfield, and then game play begins shortly thereafter.

How do I purchase tickets for your Sunday Polo matches?
							
							Simply visit our homepage www.SarasotaPolo.com and click the “Buy Tickets” in the top right hand corner.
						
What ticket types do you offer?
							
							1. General Admission – This ticket type grants you access to the grounds. You are not guaranteed a seat. If you would like a seat or a tailgate space, we recommend that you purchase those specific ticket types. You may bring your own food and beverage with this ticket type. You may purchase online in advance or at the gate (unlimited availability).

2. Bleacher Seats – This ticket type grants you access to the grounds and an undesignated seat in one of our bleachers. We have tickets for our North Bleachers (enter via North Entrance) and for our South Bleachers (enter via South Entrance). Shade is not provided. You may bring an umbrella, as long as it does not block the view of the people behind you. You may bring your own food and beverage with this ticket type. You may purchase online in advance or at the gate (limited availability).

3. Adirondack Chairs – This ticket type is sold in pairs, but you must add two tickets to your cart (for example, seat 1 and seat 2) in order to complete the purchase. These chairs are a wooden elevated adirondack loveseat chair. Partial shade is provided for these seats. You may not bring your own shade. You may not bring your own food and beverage with this ticket type. We recommend that you purchase these tickets in advance, as availability is limited at the gate. 

a. We have two locations of these chairs. Both on the North Entrance side. Both located at midfield.

i. Adirondack @ London Bus Terrace: Located at midfield underneath the large red umbrellas.

ii. Adirondack @ London Bus: Located just East of midfield, in front of the London Bus.

5. Plush Chairs – This ticket type is sold by the seat. These chairs are a comfortably patio furniture lounge chair with a fluffy bottom and back cushion. You may not bring your own shade. You may not bring your own food and beverage with this ticket type. We recommend that you purchase these tickets in advance, as availability is limited at the gate. We recommend that you purchase these tickets in advance, as availability is limited at the gate. 

a. We have two locations of these chairs. Some on the North Entrance. Some on the South.

i. Plush @ Hemingway – Located on the North Entrance at midfield, in the front row underneath the large red umbrellas. Partial shade is provided for these seats.

ii. Plush in Front of Terrace – Located on the South Entrance at midfield, in front of the Jefferson’s Bourbon Terrace next to the Pavilion. Shade is not provided for these seats. You may bring an umbrella, as long as it does not block the view of the people behind you. 

6. Tailgate North East and North West – This ticket type grants you access to the grounds and a reserved non-midfield tailgate space. Shade is not provided. You may bring your own 10×10 tent, or rent from us by adding one on during your checkout process. You may bring your own food and beverage with this ticket type. We recommend that you purchase these tickets in advance, as availability is limited at the gate. 

7. VIP Tailgate North East and North West – This ticket type grants you access to the grounds and a reserved midfield tailgate space. Shade is not provided. You may bring your own 10×10 tent, or rent from us by adding one on during your checkout process. You may bring your own food and beverage with this ticket type. We recommend that you purchase these tickets in advance, as availability is limited at the gate. 

8. Tailgate Fun N Sun – This ticket type grants you access to the grounds and a reserved off-field tailgate space. These tailgate spaces are located in our East endzone. Shade is not provided. You may bring your own 10×10 tent, or rent from us by adding one on during your checkout process. You may bring your own food and beverage with this ticket type. We recommend that you purchase these tickets in advance, as availability is limited at the gate. 

9. Roof Top Hemingway High Top – You must purchase the both seats at the high top in order to reserve the high top table. These high top tables are located on the second level of the London Bus. Partial shade is provided for these seats. You may not bring your own shade. You may not bring your own food and beverage with this ticket type. A bottle of champagne is included with your ticket purchase, and additional beverages can be purchased from the bar below. We recommend that you purchase these tickets in advance, as availability is limited at the gate. 

10. Jefferson’s Lower Terrace – You must purchase the entire table of four (all four seats) in order to reserve this comfortable patio furniture table with cushions. Partial shade is provided for these seats. You may not bring your own shade. You may not bring your own food and beverage with this ticket type. We recommend that you purchase these tickets in advance, as availability is limited at the gate. 

11. Jefferson’s Upper Terrace – You must purchase the entire table of four (all four seats) in order to reserve. There are two options: a patio furniture table with cushions and a dinner height table. Partial shade is provided for these seats. You may not bring your own shade. You may not bring your own food and beverage with this ticket type. We recommend that you purchase these tickets in advance, as availability is limited at the gate. 

12. 10×10 Tent – This is a ticket add-on option, where we would set up a 10×10 tent at your already reserved tailgate space prior to your arrival.

What Should I Wear?
							
							We recommend that you dress comfortably and for the weather, as well as our theme (if applicable). Head-turning hats are a treasured tradition for the ladies. Remember, you will be walking on grass. 

What time do your gates open for your 1PM Sunday Polo matches?
							
							Our gates open at 10AM. You may arrive any time between 10AM and 1PM. If you purchased a ticket through Eventbrite, your seat or tailgate space will be reserved for you. If you plan to purchase tickets at the gate, we recommend that you arrive early, as availability is limited on the day of the event!

What should I bring?
							
							Depending on the ticket type that you purchase, seating may or may not be provided. If you purchase bleacher seats, Adirondack chairs, or a reserved midfield premium seat, seating is provided with your ticket. If you purchase a tailgate space, seating is not provided. We recommend that you bring your own chairs. Other people will also bring tailgate blankets to sit on the grass with. We also encourage tailgate games like cornhole, etc. But these must be cleaned up and behind the red safety line prior to the start of the match.
						
Is shade provided?
							
							Depending on the ticket type that you purchase, shade may or may not be provided.

If you purchase bleacher seats or a tailgate space, shade is not provided. For your tailgate space, 10×10 tents may be brought and set up to provide shade for your group. But they must be secured and tied down properly so that they do not flip up and scare the horses. 10×10 tents may also be rented in advance through the Sarasota Polo Club by adding it onto your ticket during the Eventbrite purchase process. These tents will be set-up for you prior to your arrival.

Umbrellas are allowed, although we ask that you be courteous of your neighbors and not impede the view of others.

How do I know which entrance to arrive to?
							
							NORTH ENTRANCE (Fieldside Drive): North Tailgate Tickets, North Premium Seating, London Bus Terrace Seating, North Tent and General Admission guests.

SOUTH ENTRANCE (Polo Club Lane): South Tailgate Tickets, Pavilion Guests, South Tent and Jefferson’s Bourbon Terrace guests.

Can I save spaces for large groups?
							
							All tailgate spaces can be reserved in advance through Eventbrite, where you can select adjoining tailgate spaces in order to accommodate a larger group. You may also email our Director of Sales and Marketing Ron Trytek at Ron@SarasotaPolo.com to reserve a group tent or other area for your group.
						
How long does a match last?
							
							A polo match consists of 6, 7 1/2 minute chukkers and lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. There is a roughly 20 minute halftime after the first three chukkers are complete. We offer wagon rides, the chance to swing a mallet aboard one of our wooden hitting horses, as well as the polo tradition – Divot Stomping!
						
Do you offer food and beverage on-site?
							
							We partner with food trucks each week to provide a variety of food for our customers throughout the season. We also partner with a local catering company to provide on-site catering options (which must be reserved in advance). Check out the catering section of our website for more information. 

We also have multiple bars on-site, providing both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverage choices. You may purchase bags of ice, cases of beer, and bottles of wine or champagne in advance (by emailing our Director of Operations Paige@SarasotaPolo.com) or day of (by visiting one of our on-site bars and placing your order with one of our lovely bartenders).
						
May I bring my own food and beverage?
							
							Outside food and beverage is permitted only with tailgate spaces and General Admission tickets. All other ticket types are not permitted to bring their own food and beverage.

May I bring a grill?
							
							Yes, small portable grills are allowed.

May I bring my RV?
							
							Because each tailgate space is only 10 feet wide, we do not allow any RV’s or motorcoaches. Sprinter vans are allowed, but would require two adjoining tailgate spaces in order to open any attached awnings.

Can I bring my dog?
							
							Dogs are an important part of the Sarasota Polo Club culture. Well-socialized dogs are welcome on a leash, so long as they are attached to a human at all times. For everyone’s safety, if a dog gets loose, the Sarasota Polo Club reserves the right to ask the dog and their owner to leave the facility.
						
Do you have restrooms?
							
							Yes. On the North side of the field, we have portable restroom trailer(s) as well as portable toilet(s) that are cleaned and sanitized daily for your protection. On the South side of the field, there is a bathroom at midfield that services the Pavilion and the remainder of the guests.

Where is your gift shop located?
							
							Our gift shop is located on the South Side, behind the Pavilion, near the restrooms. It opens at 10AM every Sunday and stays open until the match is complete. Our Gift Shop is not open any other time during the year. We also are not set-up to do online sales at this time. We encourage you to come check out what we have for sale! Refunds are not given for returns, but we can offer exchanges. Gift Certificates can be purchased through Paige@SarasotaPolo.com.
						
How can I get an announcement made during Sunday Polo (i.e. birthday announcement, etc.)?
							
							These requests can be made by emailing Director of Operations Paige Lautzenheiser at Paige@SarasotaPolo.com.
						
I am interested in helping out with your Sunday Polo events. How do I get involved?
							
							These requests can be made by emailing Director of Operations Paige Lautzenheiser at Paige@SarasotaPolo.com.

Your official photographer took my photo at Sunday Polo and I would like to see it! Where would I find it?
							
							Photos from Sunday Polo and Sunset Polo Happy Hour are posted to a folder on Facebook the week after each match. You may find your photo there.
						
Is there a playground for my children to play on?
							
							Yes! There is a playground on the South side of the field that all are welcome to play on.
						
Is there designated handicapped parking?
							
							No, but most parking spaces are at field level.
						
How do I reserve the Pavilion, a group tent or the Jefferson’s Bourbon Terrace?
							
							For large groups rentals, please email our Director of Marketing and Sales Ron Trytek at Ron@SarasotaPolo.com.
						
How can I obtain a season tailgate?
							
							South Season Reserved Tailgates are currently on a wait list basis. To be put on that wait list, email our Director of Operations Paige Lautzenheiser at Paige@SarasotaPolo.com

North Season Reserved Tailgates are available on a limited basis each season and can be purchased through our Director of Marketing and Sales Ron Trytek. He can be reached at Ron@SarasotaPolo.com.

I am interested in taking a polo lesson. How do I get on the Sarasota Polo School Schedule?
							
							Email Lessons@SarasotaPolo.com.
						
Do you play in bad weather?
							
							The match will go on if the field is deemed safe for all athletes by our officials. If inclement weather prevents us from playing, updates will be posted on our website and social media pages. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
						
How can I learn about the sport of polo?
							
							Visit the “About Polo” page on our website. Also check out Sarasota Polo Magazine which you will receive upon admission to the Club. Inside our magazine, basic polo information is outlined. A digital version can be found at: https://sarasotapolo.com/annual-magazine/

A safety note

Please always be mindful of what is going on while you are attending polo at the Sarasota Polo Club. Balls may often be miss-hit or unintentionally deflected and accidentally fly into the crowd. The horses can also come over the boards, so always stay behind the white safety line. For your safety, we recommend that you stay at least 35 feet away from the boards. Please never lose sight of your children, who may wander towards the field. It is up to spectators to be aware of what is happening around them in order to keep the game safe and enjoyable for all.

The Public is Always Welcome!

Welcome to the 2024 Sarasota Polo Season. Sunday Polo matches are open to the public every Sunday at 1pm, December 31st 2023 through April 7th 2024. Gates open at 10am. Sunset Polo Happy Hour & Community Concert Series is every Thursday, March 14th 2024 through April 11th 2024. Join thousands of fans each week for exciting polo action, opening parade, live national anthem, theme weeks, half-time entertainment, food, drinks and traditional divot-stomping.

Fieldside general admission tailgating, reserved tailgating, reserved midfield premium seating or VIP midfield boxes are available for Sunday Polo. Children 12 and under are free, (general admission tailgating). Dress comfortably & for the weather. Remember, you will be walking on grass. Well-socialized dogs are welcome on a leash.

We look forward to welcoming you as our guests to experience the thrill of Sarasota Polo, “the fastest game on four feet!”

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are your season dates for the upcoming season?

How do I purchase tickets for your Sunday Polo matches?

Simply visit our homepage www.SarasotaPolo.com and click the “Buy Tickets” in the top right hand corner.

What ticket types do you offer?

What Should I Wear?

We recommend that you dress comfortably and for the weather, as well as our theme (if applicable). Head-turning hats are a treasured tradition for the ladies. Remember, you will be walking on grass.

What time do your gates open for your 1PM Sunday Polo matches?

What should I bring?

Is shade provided?

How do I know which entrance to arrive to?

NORTH ENTRANCE (Fieldside Drive): North Tailgate Tickets, North Premium Seating, London Bus Terrace Seating, North Tent and General Admission guests. SOUTH ENTRANCE (Polo Club Lane): South Tailgate Tickets, Pavilion Guests, South Tent and Jefferson’s Bourbon Terrace guests.

Can I save spaces for large groups?

All tailgate spaces can be reserved in advance through Eventbrite, where you can select adjoining tailgate spaces in order to accommodate a larger group. You may also email our Director of Sales and Marketing Ron Trytek at Ron@SarasotaPolo.com to reserve a group tent or other area for your group.

How long does a match last?

Do you offer food and beverage on-site?

May I bring my own food and beverage?

Outside food and beverage is permitted only with tailgate spaces and General Admission tickets. All other ticket types are not permitted to bring their own food and beverage.

May I bring a grill?

Yes, small portable grills are allowed.

May I bring my RV?

Because each tailgate space is only 10 feet wide, we do not allow any RV’s or motorcoaches. Sprinter vans are allowed, but would require two adjoining tailgate spaces in order to open any attached awnings.

Can I bring my dog?

Do you have restrooms?

Yes. On the North side of the field, we have portable restroom trailer(s) as well as portable toilet(s) that are cleaned and sanitized daily for your protection. On the South side of the field, there is a bathroom at midfield that services the Pavilion and the remainder of the guests.

Where is your gift shop located?

How can I get an announcement made during Sunday Polo (i.e. birthday announcement, etc.)?

These requests can be made by emailing Director of Operations Paige Lautzenheiser at Paige@SarasotaPolo.com.

I am interested in helping out with your Sunday Polo events. How do I get involved?

These requests can be made by emailing Director of Operations Paige Lautzenheiser at Paige@SarasotaPolo.com.

Your official photographer took my photo at Sunday Polo and I would like to see it! Where would I find it?

Photos from Sunday Polo and Sunset Polo Happy Hour are posted to a folder on Facebook the week after each match. You may find your photo there.

Is there a playground for my children to play on?

Yes! There is a playground on the South side of the field that all are welcome to play on.

Is there designated handicapped parking?

No, but most parking spaces are at field level.

How do I reserve the Pavilion, a group tent or the Jefferson’s Bourbon Terrace?

For large groups rentals, please email our Director of Marketing and Sales Ron Trytek at Ron@SarasotaPolo.com.

How can I obtain a season tailgate?

I am interested in taking a polo lesson. How do I get on the Sarasota Polo School Schedule?

Email Lessons@SarasotaPolo.com.

Do you play in bad weather?

The match will go on if the field is deemed safe for all athletes by our officials. If inclement weather prevents us from playing, updates will be posted on our website and social media pages. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

How can I learn about the sport of polo?

Visit the “About Polo” page on our website. Also check out Sarasota Polo Magazine which you will receive upon admission to the Club. Inside our magazine, basic polo information is outlined. A digital version can be found at: https://sarasotapolo.com/annual-magazine/

A safety note

The Public is Always Welcome!

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