Grand Rapids Polo Club: An Exciting Outing for Families
Are you running out of ideas to entertain your crew? Looking for something new to add to the big list of things to do in Grand Rapids?
If you find yourself in this situation, no worries!
The Grand Rapids Polo Club is a greats summer activity. With quick, exciting matches your whole family will be entertained.
Here’s how to find a match:
Upcoming Polo Events – 2023
Matches are held at Meadowview Farm in Lowell.
MEADOWVIEW FARM
9914 Vergennes Ave SE, Lowell, MI 49331
July 8 – 9: Scott McIntyre Memorial Tournament
Game Times:
Saturday July 8: match at 2:00 pm (gates open at 1:00pm)
Sunday July 9: match at 12:00 pm (gates open at 11:00 am)
IMPORTANT: for safety of our players, ponies, and guests we ask that everybody please STAY OFF THE FIELD until halftime is announced or after the match is completed.
COST: $20 per car, cash or Venmo at the gate
Ice cream truck will be on site!
The Scott MacIntyre Memorial is one of our favorite events of the year! This tournament brings together polo players and fans for a wonderful weekend of polo and celebration in honor of the late Scott MacIntyre.
Please join us for a family-friendly weekend of polo! Enjoy some great polo and talking with those who have been part of the greater Grand Rapids polo scene for the last 40 years! Just imagine the stories!
We encourage you to bring a tailgate set up! Blankets, chairs, and coolers for refreshments!
Thursday, July 20: Divots at Dusk
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Remember parking is first come first served so get here early for a prime spot! If needed, parking is allowed in main farm parking lot and there is plenty of seating in our bleachers!
Join us for another Divots at Dusk polo match at Meadowview Farm with the Grand Rapids Polo Club!
Pack your coolers and best tailgate set up and come VOTE for which beer is your favorite!
FOOD ON SITE!
Gates open at 5:30 pm
Match starts at 6:30 pm
Admission: $20 per car at the gate, cash or Venmo (Meadowview Farm)
August 19 – 20: Grand Rapids Legacy Cup
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The Legacy Cup will honor and celebrate the rich history of polo in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Featuring a “pop-up” polo museum showcasing memorabilia from polo in the area.
$20/car – Bring your best tailgate set up!
August 24: Divots at Dusk
*confirm details before going, this listing is based on past event info
Remember parking is first come first served so get here early for a prime spot! If needed, parking is allowed in main farm parking lot and there is plenty of seating in our bleachers!
Join us for another Divots at Dusk polo match at Meadowview Farm with the Grand Rapids Polo Club!
Check the Grand Rapids Polo Club Facebook Page
More event details will be announced on their Facebook page throughout the season.
If you have been to a Grand Rapids Polo Club match before, drop into the comments to tell us what you loved about it.
If you haven’t, it’s time to start planning!
What is a Polo Club Exactly?
Don’t worry if you don’t know. This wouldn’t be a hidden gem if everyone knew about it. Simply put, polo is a sport similar to field hockey.
The main difference here is that it is played on horseback.
Yes – horseback! Even non-sports fans can get behind a game with horses in it. A great bonus if your crew has some young members: the games are relatively quick and intense.
GRKIDS reader Chelsea Little recently attended a Polo Club match, and she said, “The game lasted about an hour, which was perfect for my toddler.”
Good to Know
If you are ready to take in a polo match, it’s best to follow the Grand Rapids Polo Club Facebook Page to be updated on special announcements or changes.
Matches or practices take place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6:30 pm and Sundays at noon.
Bring your own food and beverages to enjoy a picnic while you take in a match. You can make it as fancy or as casual as you would like! You will also want to bring a blanket or chairs, as you’ll be watching on the grass.
Events are weather dependent and admission fees vary.
More Insider Info
The hour-long game also has some great energy-burning activities built in to match.
At halftime, spectators are encouraged to “stomp the divots.”
Divots are created during play when horses start or stop quickly on the grass. These divots are dangerous to horses, so anyone who is interested is allowed to come out onto the field and smooth them out.
If sports and horses don’t quite do it for your kiddo, jumping on dirt just might!
All games are held at Meadowview Farms in Lowell. Chelsea said she arrived about a half-hour before the start time, and that worked perfectly.
Chelsea also recommended bringing about $10-$20 for parking and extra cash for concessions purchases.
