The District Cup 2026

The 8th Annual District Cup The World Rides to The Mall: Polo Passport Celebrates America's 250th

America turns 250, and there is no better place to celebrate than the National Mall.

Join us on June 13, 2026 for the 8th Annual District Cup, Washington D.C.'s premier charity polo tournament and one of the most unique sporting and cultural events in the country. This year, we ride into America's semiquincentennial with the world at our side, welcoming six teams to the Mall for DC's Triple Crown Polo tournament that honors 250 years of American independence, diplomacy, and the enduring spirit of competition.

The District Cup is more than polo. It is a celebration of who we are and where we come from, a gathering of nations on the grounds where America's story was written. This year's Polo Passport theme invites guests on a global journey without ever leaving the Mall, as teams compete for the Washington Cup, Cultural Polo and District Cup in front of thousands of spectators in the heart of the nation's capital.

Your experience includes:

Cheer on world-class polo players as they compete in a championship format. Enjoy a fully all-inclusive day, curated food, beer & wine, and experiences designed to celebrate in style. Participate in the iconic Divot Stomp at halftime, a beloved polo tradition reimagined for America's 250th. Take in a live concert during the Divot Stomp a musical moment that reflects the international spirit of the day. Connect with diplomats, tastemakers, athletes, sponsors, and thousands of fellow Washingtonians who come together every year to make this event one of D.C.'s most anticipated days on the calendar.

The District Cup is an official event of America's 250, the national commemoration of the United States Semiquincentennial.

A percentage of the proceeds benefit our charitable partners. When you attend, you are not just a spectator. You are part of the story.

Secure your Polo Passport. Reserve your 1776 Table. Book your Heritage Suite.

The Mall is calling. The world is coming. Be here.

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