Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz 2026

The prestigious winter polo tournament will be held for the 41st time in 2026. The sport combines style, beauty, tradition, and emotion with the unique atmosphere on Lake St. Moritz. Polo is considered the game of kings and the pinnacle of all equestrian disciplines. Six teams of four players compete for victory. While pushing is permitted in the race to win the ball, the protection of the horses and sporting fairness are always paramount.

The St. Moritz Polo Tournament is held in the top division ("High Goal") and is considered the world's most highly endowed tournament on snow. Alongside the sporting events, the tent city is a vibrant hubbub with diverse entertainment and top-notch dining.

Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz 2026 program

Thursday, January 22, 2026

- 12:00 – Training Game 1, Lake of St. Moritz

- 13:15 – Training Game 2, Lake of St. Moritz

- 14:15 – Training Game 3, Lake of St. Moritz

- 18:30 – Players’ and Partners’ Presentation with Cocktail Party (by invitation only), Kulm Hotel

- 20:00 – Fondue Night (Players, Partners & Officials by invitation only), Hotel Steffani

Friday, January 23, 2026

- 10:30 – Polo Village Opens, Lake of St. Moritz

- 11:00 – VIP Tent Opens, Lake of St. Moritz

- 11:00 – Polo Game 1, Lake of St. Moritz

- 12:15 – Polo Game 2, Lake of St. Moritz

- 14:30 – Polo Game 3, Lake of St. Moritz

- 16:30 – Polo Village and VIP Tent Close, Lake of St. Moritz

- 19:30 – Individual Partner Dinners in St. Moritz (by invitation only)

Saturday, January 24, 2026

- 10:30 – Polo Village Opens, Lake of St. Moritz

- 11:00 – VIP Tent Opens, Lake of St. Moritz

- 11:00 – Polo Game 1, Lake of St. Moritz

- 12:00 – Prize-Giving Ceremony, Lake of St. Moritz

- 12:15 – Polo Game 2, Lake of St. Moritz

-13:15 – Prize-Giving Ceremony, Lake of St. Moritz

- 13:30 – Traditional ‘Schlitteda’ Horse-Drawn Sleigh Parade, Lake of St. Moritz

- 14:30 – Polo Game 3, Lake of St. Moritz

- 15:45 – Prize-Giving Ceremony, Lake of St. Moritz

- 16:30 – Polo Village and VIP Tent Close, Lake of St. Moritz

- 19:15 – Cocktail Reception (Black Tie, access only with Gala Tickets), Lobby Badrutt’s Palace Hotel

- 20:00 – Snow Polo Night Gala Dinner (Black Tie, access only with Gala Tickets), Badrutt’s Palace Hotel

- 23:30 – Polo After Party (by invitation only), King’s Social House at Badrutt’s Palace Hotel

Sunday, January 25, 2026

- 10:30 – Polo Village Opens, Lake of St. Moritz

- 11:00 – VIP Tent Opens, Lake of St. Moritz

- 11:00 – Polo Game 1, Lake of St. Moritz

- 12:00 – Prize-Giving Ceremony, Lake of St. Moritz

- 12:15 – Polo Game 2, Lake of St. Moritz

- 13:15 – Prize-Giving Ceremony, Lake of St. Moritz

- 13:30 – Traditional ‘Chalandamarz’ Kid’s Parade with Cattle Bells, Lake of St. Moritz

- 14:30 – Final Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz, Lake of St. Moritz

- 15:45 – Prize-Giving Ceremony Snow Polo World Cup 2026, Lake of St. Moritz

- Most Valuable Player

- Best Playing Patron

- Best Playing Pony

- 16:30 – Polo Village and VIP Tent Close for 2026, Lake of St. Moritz

- 19:00 – Farewell Party (Partners, Members, Players, Officials, Grooms only), Crystal Hotel