Dive into the rich heritage of African polo, a sport that beautifully fuses tradition with elegance.
Indulge in a culinary journey that embraces the diverse tastes of Africa. Our polo event features a curated selection of authentic African dishes.
Immerse yourself in the world of African fashion, where African traditional craftsmanship meets contemporary sartorial elegance.
Prepare to be enchanted by an unforgettable experience as we bring you surprise live performers at our polo event.
“Stepping into the Lux Afrique Polo Day felt like entering a world where luxury, culture, and elegance converged.”
Desert Palm Polo Club
Nestled among the bougainvillea and date palms you will find acres of immaculate polo fields which are home to Desert Palm polo Club. This world-class polo facility has fast become the epicenter of polo in UAE.
- Hotel Airport Transfer
Desert Palm Polo Club offers an airport shuttle service for guests. It’s best to contact the hotel in advance to arrange pick‑up. The service provides a stress‑free, door‑to‑door option.
- Taxi or Rideshare
- Taxis are readily available outside each terminal at DXB.
- Expect a fare of ~2.5 AED per kilometer—so around ~50 AED (≈ $14 USD) for the journey.
- Careem or Uber is often more convenient; just hail a ride to “Meliá Desert Palm, Al Awir Road, Warsan 2”.
- Rental Car
- Many visitors rent a car at DXB. Daily rental rates are around $25 USD/day.
- Directions: Take E311 (Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road) from the airport, then turn right onto Al Awir Road. Continue for around 10 km, and the hotel will be on your right-hand side
Date: Friday, 5th December 2025
Opening Time: 12:00pm | Polo Game 2:00pm | Live Perfomanes & After Party 7pm
Venue & After Party: Meliá Desert Palm Member of Meliá, 153 Al Awir Road, Warsan 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Theme: African Boldness
This Year Colour Code: Colourful
Dress Code: African Boldness, Polo Chic & Sartorial Elegance (*please note you will be refused entry if you don’t adhere to these strict dress codes regardless of having a ticket) no Shorts for men, slippers, tracksuits or any casual wear are not allowed.
**Tickets are non-refundable; in case of event cancellation by us, your ticket will be transferred to the next event.
**By attending, you consent to photography and filming for marketing purposes
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Parking: Free parking for all tickets holders.
NB: The event is not open to persons under the age of 21yrs. No kids or pets allowed!
Information for Disabled Visitors: The enclosure is fully accessible to wheelchair users. Please note that the event is situated on grass site and manoeuvrability is limited as such.
Picnic blanket are allowed! No chairs, tables, BBQs or other articles may be brought into the enclosure.
Alcohol and food are not allowed into the enclosure. **Food, alcohol and drink will be available to purchase at the polo event.
By attending the event, your agreeing to be photographed and filmed, which can be used in all our media and marketing materials. View our T&C
