The Argentine Polo Association (AAP) has announced the complete Schedule of tournaments in the Official 2022 Spring Polo Season. The program includes the most important Polo tournaments worldwide, which make up the prestigious Triple Crown of Polo: Tortugas Country Club Open; Hurlingham Club Open - the oldest Polo tournament in the world; and the world-class Argentine Open Championship, played every year at the Cathedral of Polo in Palermo.

The teams participating in the Triple Crown are:

 

A new edition of the Gourmet Festival “Apetito” will take place on Saturday, March 7th from 12:00 noon to 1:00 AM; and Sunday, March 8th, from 12.00 noon to 11.00 PM, at Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo (Av. del Libertador & Dorrego).

The best cooks and beer brewers will get together with more than 30 food trucks offering hamburgers, crepes, pulled, pork, bagels, Mexican food, empanadas, fish, vegetarian food, pizzas, smoothies, hot dogs, ice cream, coffee, and more!

In Case of rain the The Gourmet Festival will take place on Friday March 13th, from 6:00 PM to 1:00 am, and Saturday March 14th, from 12:00 noon to 1:00 AM .

At the same time, on Saturday 7th, from 12 noon, Palermo Race Track presents "A Day at the Races", a special journey presenting the the Group 2 Classics Arturo R. & Arturo Bullrich for 3+ year old mares; and Otoño, for all 3+ horses, both on 2000 meters, as well as the Classics Saturnino J. Unzué (G2) & Santiago Luro (G2), (1200 meters), among other races, in a special journey that will also feature and Art exhibition; a Designer´s Fair; entertainment for kids; and a fashion show dedicated to sustainable design and Inclusion, at Tribuna Oficial at 5:00 PM.

During the afternoon, visitors will also have the chance to learn about the history and architecture of this emblematic site in the city of Buenos Aires, on a guided tour led by specialized guides, that will be available at 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM (previous registration at the Stand located at the entrance on Av. Dorrrego required).

The 21st International Show Jumping Competition CSI2*-W Haras El Capricho will take place between November 15th and November 17th, 2019, at the international level courses of Haras El Capricho, located in the town of Capilla del Señor, 80 km North of Buenos Aires.

This is one of the most important Show Jumping competitions in Latin America, sponsored by the Argentine Equestrian Federation and the International Equestrian Federation (FEI).

As every year, live music shows will be presented at the stage located next to the main jumping course before the main competition. On Saturday 16th at 2:00 pm, a tribute to the the mythical Argentine group "Almendra". And on Sunday 17th, at 2 pm, the presentation of the popular group "Rafaga".

The most important events during the weekend are:

Friday, November 15:

The "Gran Premio Republica Argentina" (GI), one of the most important classics of the year, will take place on Labor Day Holiday, Wednesday May 1st, 2019. This outstanding 2000-meter race brings together the best 3 years old and older pure thoroughbred horses of the national and foreign equestrian activity.

The Great Prize "Gran Premio Republica Argentina" will be the center of a spectacular racing day that will start at 1:00 pm. Other five big prizes (GI) are included in the day's schedule: Great International Prize of the Americas; Breeders' Prize; Great International Prize of Buenos Aires City; Great Prize Jorge de Atucha; and the Great Prize Montevideo.

This fantastic day will feature different activities for the whole family, such as:

° Historic tour: learn about the history and architecture of one of the most emblematic sites in the city of Buenos Aires. The tours start at 1:30 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM, and 6:00 PM from the Stand at the door of Rabieta.
° Train to the Start Line: a little train will take visitors near the gates to see the start of the races up close. From 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
° A "Sustainable" Hat Show and Fair will be held from 12 pm to 6 pm, where ladies will be able to purchase their hats to wear during the day. The proceedings are in benefit of EcoMujeres, a foundation dedicated to promote sustainable design. Closing by Maximiliano Guerra's Dance School.
° Special sector with games for kids.


At the same time, a new edition of the Gourmet Festival “Apetito” will take place on Wednesday, May 1st, Saturday, May 4th and Sunday, May 5th, from 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM, at Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo.

The best cooks and beer brewers will get together in the parking lot of Tribuna Paddock, with entrance through Av. Dorrego and Av. Libertador, with more than 30 food trucks offering hamburgers, crepes, pulled, pork, bagels, Mexican food, empanadas, fish, vegetarian food, pizzas, smoothies, hot dogs, ice cream, coffee, artisan beer, and more!

All the events with free entrance to the public.
The gourmet festival may be canceled in case of rain.

A new contemporary art festival, Buenos Aires Art Experience (BAAEX), will be held from April 12th to April 15th, 2019, from 3 PM to 9 PM, at the Buenos Aires Race Track, Hipódromo de Palermo, with free entrance to the public.

The Festival will feature Equine Art, Painting, Photography, Performance, Body Painting, Fashion, Drawing, Comics Digital, Multi Media and interactive art, as well as special activities for kids organized by Da Vinci Institute.

More than 150 artists will have the opportunity to promote and showcase their works. A percentage of the sales will be destined to the animal rescue foundation 'Fundación Aliento de Vida Animal'.

On Friday 12th and Monday 15th visitors will also have the chance to attend the horse races of the day.

The 2019 edition of "Nuestros Caballos" (Our Horses), the most important equestrian exhibition in Latin America, will be held at La Rural Exhibition Center from March 29th to April 2nd, 2019, with equestrian and recreational activities for the whole family.

Children and adults alike will have the chance to see, in the heart of the city, over 700 horses specially brought from different spots in the country for this exhibition, from the main breeds that are raised in Argentina: Criolla, Árabe, Cuarto de Milla, Polo Argentino, Silla Argentino, Tiro Argentino, Percherón, Petiso, Peruano de Paso, Appaloosa, Paint Horse and Pura Raza Española.

° Indoor Show Jumping competition
° International "Pato" (horseball) competition
° Polo exhibitions
° Dressage Exhibition
° Argentine Final of the "Golden Gag Bit" of "Criollo" breed.
° Election of the national champions from the different breeds
° Breed exhibitions and auctions
° National Rodeo Championship
° Exhibition and auction of carriages
° Blacksmith´s contest
° Intelligent and Indian taming clinics
° Vaulting Competition

Visitors will also have the chance to purchase all kinds of traditional Argentinian products, as well as horse equipment and tack.

Location: La Rural Exhibition Center. Av. Sarmiento 2704

Opening hours: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Entry fee: $ 170 Argentine Pesos. 

Seniors: Friday 29 Free.

For More information go to the Exhibitions official websites:
Nuestros Caballos
(In Spanish only)

The Final of the 77th Argentine Pato (Horseball) Championship (Abierto Argentino de Pato), the most important tournament of this sport in Argentina, will take place on Saturday, December 22nd, 2018 at Campo Argentino de Polo in Palermo, at 4.00 PM, with the participation of the two best teams of our National Sport, El Siasgo Vetifarma vs. General Las Heras La Blanquita Agropharma.

Pato (Horseball) is a traditional Argentine equestrian sport, practiced since the beginning of the XVII century, and declared as Argentina's National Sport in 1953. "Pato" is an exciting game that combines polo and basketball, and in which two teams made up of 4 players each, by a series of passes and combinations to elude their adversaries, try to introduce the "Pato" (Duck) through a vertical ring. The rings, located at the center of each end of the field, are 1 meter (3.3 ft) diameter, and are located on 2.4 m (7.9 ft) high poles. The "Pato" is a ball with six handles. The player that is in possession of the "Pato" must hold it and ride with his right arm extended, offering the rivals the opportunity to steal it.

Pato is a similar, but earlier version, of the game of Horseball played in France, Portugal, and other countries.

The Campo Argentino de Polo is located on Av. del Libertador & Dorrego, Palermo. 

The "Gran Premio Nacional" (GI), the oldest and most important race in the Argentine turf calendar, will take place on Saturday, November 10th, 2018, at Hipodromo Argentino de Palermo, Av. Libertador & Dorrego.

On October 5, 1884, the Hipodrómo Argentino de Palermo inaugurated what would become the most important race in the yearly calendar, the Gran Premio Nacional. This great prize is also known as the "Argentine Derby".  This outstanding 2500-meter race is very attractive for the public since due to the distance the start is located facing the grandstands. Other classics (GI) are included in the day's schedule: Gran Premio Hipódromo de Palermo and Gran Premio Maipu.

The Great Prize "Gran Premio Nacional" will be the center of a spectacular journey that will start at 11:30 am, with different activities for the whole family, such as:

° "Behind the scenes" of horse racing: a guided tour led by specialized guides, that will be available every 30 minutes, from 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm.
° Historic tour: every hour from 2 pm to 5 pm, a tour to learn about the history and architecture of one of the most emblematic sites in the city of Buenos Aires.
° Train to the Start Line: a little train will take visitors near the gates to see the start of the races up close.

NOTICE: APETITO FESTIVAL GOURMET HAS BEEN CANCELED FOR BAD WEATHER FORECTAST AND REPROGRAMMED FOR NOVEMBER 24th AND 25th

At the same time, a new edition of the gourmet festival “Apetito” will take place on Saturday, November 10th from 12 noon to 2 am, and will continue on Sunday November 11th, from noon to 12 am.

The best cooks and beer brewers will get together along the racing track, with entrance through Av. Dorrego and Av. Libertador, with over 30 food trucks offering waffles, ribs, crepes, wraps, pizzas, smoothies, hot dogs, ice cream, coffee, vegetarian options, and much more!

A new edition of the Gourmet Festival “Apetito” will take place on Saturday, October 6th and Sunday, October 7th, from 12.00 PM to 12.00 AM, at Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo (Av. del Libertador & Dorrego).

The best cooks and beer brewers will get together with more than 30 food trucks offering hamburgers, crepes, pulled, pork, bagels, Mexican food, empanadas, fish, vegetarian food, pizzas, smoothies, hot dogs, ice cream, coffee, and more. Furthermore, there will a a beer garden with more than 25 craft beer brewers, and a line up of musical shows each day.

The Gourmet Festival may be suspended in case of rain.

At the same time, on Saturday 6th, starting at 12.00 pm, one of the most important events in the horse racing calendar will be taking place, the "Gran Premio Selección" (G1 - 3 year mares), in a racing day with events, shows and special activities for the whole family.

During the afternoon, the Art exhibition Epona - Arte Equino will be open to the public,  reflecting the beauty, strength and nobility of the horse as Argentinian cultural patrimony, with works by 7 artists.

Visitors will also have the chance to learn about the "behind the scenes" of horse racing, on a guided tour led by specialized guides, that will be available every 30 minutes, from 3 pm to 6 pm.

The third edition of the Federal Championship of Asado, dedicated to honor the Argentine identity through its more emblematic food ritual, will take place on Saturday, September 22nd, 2018, from 10 am to 6 pm, in a giant open air event with free entrance to the public in the neighborhood of Mataderos, on Lisandro de la Torre betweeb Av. de los Corrales & Av. Directorio.

The 23 Argentine provinces and the Capital city of Buenos Aires will participate in the barbecue ("asado") competition. The participants, that will be evaluated by a panel made up of cooks from best Parrillas of Buenos Aires, will compete in four different categories for the title of best Asador of Argentina.

During the event visitors will be able to enjoy traditional Argentine dishes at the large Food Courts, as well typical national dances, gaucho skills demonstrations, a Pato (horseball) demonstration, ring races, live music shows, and lots of special activities.

The artisans´ stalls on Av. de los Corrales, where the traditional Mataderos Fair takes place every Sunday will be open to the public offering their products.

This fantastic day for the whole family will be closed with a music show by popular Argentine folk group Los Nocheros, at 5.45 pm.

The event will NOT be suspended in case of rain.

A new edition of the Gourmet Festival “Apetito” will take place on Saturday, September 1st and Sunday, September 2nd, from 12 pm to 11 pm, at Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo (Av. del Libertador & Dorrego).

The best cooks and beer brewers will get together with more than 25 food trucks offering hamburgers, crepes, pulled, pork, bagels, Mexican food, empanadas, fish, vegetarian food, pizzas, smoothies, hot dogs, ice cream, coffee, and more. Furthermore, there will a a beer garden with more than 25 craft beer brewers, and a line up of musical shows each day.

The Gourmet Festival may be suspended in case of rain.

At the same time, on Saturday 2nd, starting at 12.00 pm, one of the most important events in the horse racing calendar will be taking place, the "Polla de Potrancas" and "Polla de Potrillos" (Poules), which mark the start of the Triple Crown of national turf, both G1 on 1 Mile, in a racing day with events, shows and special activities for the whole family.

During the afternoon a charity exhibition of horses intervened by visual artists called “Horse Parade” will be open to the public from 2 pm to 9 pm at Salon Turf.

Visitors will also have the chance to learn about the "behind the scenes" of horse racing, on a guided tour led by specialized guides, that will be available every 30 minutes, from 2 pm to 4 pm.

Visitors will have the opportunity to attend the many activities that take place every day during the Fair, such as:

° Cattle and equine competitions
° Cattle and equine auctions
° Cattle and horse breed exhibitions
° Traditional folk costumes contests
° Rein skills
° Polo exhibitions
° Indoor Pato (Horseball) exhibition
° Show jumping competitions
° Carriage exhibitions
° Military bands
° Farm machinery exhibition
° Live music shows
° Activities and workshops for kids

As well as exhibitions of all kinds of farm animals, sale of Argentine crafts, folk shows, and tastings of traditional products at the exhibition´s pavilions.

A new edition of the Gourmet Festival “Apetito” will take place on Saturday July 14th and Sunday July 15th, 2018, from 11 am to 11 pm, at Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo (Av. del Libertador & Dorrego).

The best cooks and beer brewers will get together with more than 30 food trucks offering hamburgers, crepes, pulled, pork, bagels, Mexican food, empanadas, fish, vegetarian food, pizzas, smoothies, hot dogs, ice cream, coffee, artisan beer, and much more!

At the giant screen visitors will be able to watch the Third Place play-off and Final matches of Russia World Cup 2018, with games and entertainment for the whole family:

Saturday 14th - 11 am: Third place play-off - Belgium vs England
Sunday 15th - 12 pm: Final - France vs Croatia

On Sunday 15th from 3 pm to 8 pm visitors will have the chance to enjoy the horse races of the day.

All the events are with free entrance to the public.