Summer in Sotogrande arrives with an irresistible blend of vibrant energy and refined relaxation. With cloudless skies, warm sea breezes, and a calendar full of exclusive events, it’s the perfect time to create memories with family and friends.
From lazy afternoons on sun-drenched beaches to refreshing dips in the sparkling sea, Sotogrande invites you to embrace the art of summer living. Indulge in alfresco dining at Andalusia’s charming chiringuitos and elegant beachfront restaurants.
The season brings a curated selection of world-class experiences—watch exhilarating polo matches, attend prestigious golf tournaments, or soak in the rhythm of flamenco and boutique live music festivals under the stars.
Experience the magic of summer—Sotogrande awaits.
Summer Polo Tournaments
Whether you’re an equestrian enthusiast or simply in search of glamour and great atmosphere, the Sotogrande polo scene is an experience not to be missed. Even if you’ve never held a mallet, it’s the perfect place to spend an afternoon—or an entire summer—soaking up sunshine, elegance, and world-class sport.
The Sotogrande Polo year is divided into four sets of tournaments, taking place a from April to September. The season begins with the Spring Tournaments, followed by the Early Summer Tournaments and the prestigious International Summer Tournaments. It concludes with the Late Summer Tournaments.
Spectator admission to all matches during the season is free of charge.
The early-summer season opens with the Copa Bienvenida and the KE Sotogrande (27 May to 1 June 2025), followed by the Copa Joseph McMicking (5 to 15 June 2025) and the Open de España (19 to 29 June 2025). The most important early-summer tournaments are the Memorial M. Prado y Colón de Carvajal Cup and the Memorial Fundador Enrique Zóbel, named after the founder of Sotogrande Polo, both of which take place from 3 to 13 July 2025.
The 54th edition of the Summer International Tournaments will take place from 28 July to 30 August 2025, organised by the Ayala Polo Club, with matches generally taking place at the Los Pinos fields and some heats at the Ayala polo fields. There are three tournaments each year: Bronce (28 July to 2 August 2025), Plata (Silver) (4 to 16 August 2025) and Oro (Gold) (18 to 30 August 2025). Each tournament has three handicap divisions; High, Medium and Low goals.
Santa María Equestrian Tour – show jumping
Born from the legacy of the Santa María Polo Club and driven by a profound passion for equestrianism, the Santa María Equestrian Club marks a bold new chapter in Sotogrande’s sporting heritage. This prestigious new venture offers world-class facilities and impeccable service designed to meet the highest international standards.
The Club’s latest undertaking—the Santa María Equestrian Tour—is a premier initiative aimed at positioning Sotogrande on the global equestrian map. With state-of-the-art upgrades and meticulous attention to detail, the Santa María Equestrian Club is now fully equipped to host elite show jumping events, welcoming top-tier horses, riders, and spectators from around the world.
In 2025, the Club will host two Concurso Nacional de Salto 2-Star Show Jumping competitions at its iconic Puente de Hierro grounds:
Dates are 17th to 19th July 2025 and 14th to 16th August 2025
santamariaequestrianclub.com Tel: 673 610 597
LIV Golf Andalucia
From 11th to 13th July 2025, Real Club Valderrama will host the LIV Golf Tournament for the third consecutive year. You’ll see 54 of the world’s best golfers competing in 13 uniquely named teams. They’ll battle it out over three days in a 54-hole format. This event, LIV Golf Andalucía, is the tenth stop in the global series of fourteen tournaments.
Last year, Sergio García and his Fireballs GC team triumphed at LIV Golf Andalucía. García staged a remarkable comeback from seven shots down to claim his first individual LIV Golf title, securing victory on the second hole of a sudden-death play-off against Anirban Lahiri of Crushers GC. Meanwhile, his teammates Abraham Ancer and David Puig defeated Crushers captain Bryson DeChambeau and Paul Casey in the team aggregate play-off, earning the Fireballs both trophies at Real Club Valderrama.
Garcia said afterwards: “Winning the individual title on my favourite course in front of my family, friends and teammates is obviously a dream come true.”
This year, Sergio García returns as captain of the Fireballs GC team, joined by fellow Spaniards Luis Masaveu and David Puig, along with Abraham Ancer from Mexico. Meanwhile, Jon Rahm leads the newly formed Legion XIII team.
LIV Golf continues to broaden the appeal of the sport by blending world-class golf with the energy of a music festival and interactive entertainment. One of its standout features is the ‘Party Hole’ — a designated area where fans can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with DJs, crowd interaction, and plenty of excitement. Players even select their own “walk-on songs” to be played as they approach the tee. Musical acts and DJ performances keep the energy high after the day’s play.
See you at Real Club Valderrama this July!
Festival Flamenco de Trocadero
The fifth edition of the Trocadero Flamenco Festival will take place at the Trocadero Beach Club and Restaurant in Sotogrande, featuring 11 concerts spread over four weekends from 31st July to 23rd August 2025.
The Más Que Flamenco festival brings together acclaimed artists from the world of flamenco and beyond, all performing in the intimate and atmospheric setting of the Trocadero Beach Club.
This summer’s line-up includes:
Gipsy Kings will bring Catalan flair to the festival with their blend of rumba, flamenco, salsa and pop.
Bebe was born María Nieves Rebolledo Vila in Valencia in 1978. The singer and actress achieved international fame in 2004 with her breakthrough album Pafuera Telarañas, for which she won the ‘Best New Artist’ award at the Latin Grammy Awards the following year.
Tobalo and Friends is an ensemble of celebrated singers, dancers, and guitarists who will demonstrate the true essence of a Gypsy family fiesta.
Pignoise is a punk/pop band founded in 2005 by Álvaro Benito, a former Real Madrid footballer, composer, singer and guitarist.
Yerai Cortés, born in Alicante in 1995, is considered a leading figure in contemporary flamenco guitar. Having gained fame by performing in Madrid’s top flamenco tablaos, he has since become a highly sought-after accompanist, working with numerous established flamenco artists.
Sotogrande Markets
Summer Night Market
The Sotogrande Summer Night Market, held along La Ribera del Marlin by the marina, is a must-visit. Open on Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 7pm to midnight, between 2nd July and 28th August 2025, this stylish market offers a vibrant mix of stalls showcasing costume jewellery, modernist art, homeware, fashion, trendy lifestyle pieces, seasonal gifts, and iconic Panamanian hats. Set against the picturesque backdrop of the marina, it’s the perfect place to browse, shop, and soak up the summer atmosphere.
Sunday Market
Mercado de Levante is Sotogrande’s beloved Sunday market. Each week, the marina transforms into a bustling marketplace— from handmade jewellery and traditional textiles to antiques, artisanal foods, and unique fashion finds. It’s a wonderfully way to spend a Sunday morning, whether you’re treasure hunting or simply enjoying the blend of local culture, cuisine and creativity.
El Mercadillo at the Last Chucker
A chic and vibrant market, El Mercadillo at the Last Chucker, comes alive every Friday and Saturday afternoon and evening during the International Summer Tournaments at the Los Pinos Polo Fields.
Discover a curated selection of fashion brands, accessories, art works, hats, candles, home décor, and much more in an elegant and relaxed polo setting.
Don’t miss this stylish shopping experience under that balmy summer sky!
Summer Camp for Kids at La Reserva Racquet Centre
The Racquet and Leisure Centre caters for children of all ages during the summer holidays, offering fun and engaging sports camps. Activities include tennis, padel and football, and are led by professional trainers in the centre’s fully refurbished facilities. Children can join for a day or a full week.
The Summer Camp for children aged 6 to 12 starts on Monday 30 June and runs until Friday 15 August. It includes tennis, padel, football, and water sports from 9am to 1pm, followed by lunch at The Beach. The weekly rate is €350 and the daily rate is €80.
Padel Mix-in and coffee at the Racquet and Leisure Centre
You are also welcome to join the summer Padel Mix-in on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 11am, followed by coffee and a croissant with your fellow players in the Sports Café. The summer Padel Mix-ins are also held on Saturday mornings from 10 am to 11.30 am.
The Mix-ins held on Tuesdays and Thursdays take a break for the summer and will return in September.
Price: 10€ Register at lareserva.tenis@sotogrande.com or through the Playtomic App.
Tennis Mix in
The Tennis Mix-in sessions take a break over the summer and resume in September.
Price: €10 Register via lareserva.tenis@sotogrande.com or the Playtomic app from mid August onwards. Download the app from playtomic.com from late August onwards.
Whether you’re a regular player or simply keen to get back into the game, all are welcome.
Tennis and Padel League
Join the new tennis and Padel leagues starting on September 8th.
Three groups of players will be formed based on each player’s skill level, initiating a two-month internal competition where each player will compete in a minimum of five matches per month. Matches will be played as best of three sets, with the third set being a super tie-break to 10 points. The best part is, you organise the matches with your opponents for the a time that suits you best, with scheduling available from Monday to Sunday.
Registration fee tennis: €40 per person and €10 per person per match.
Registration fee padel: €20 per person and €4 per person per match.
Register at lareserva.tenis@sotogrande.com or through the Playtomic App
Après Beach
The beach at La Reserva Club in Sotogrande is the ultimate destination for the late afternoon in summer, thanks to its exclusive après-beach area. It offers a unique sundown experience. From 18.30 to 22.00 hrs, unwind with refreshing cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere. No reservations or sunbed rentals are required.
On four special evenings – Friday 11th and 25th of July and Saturday 9th and Thursday 21st August the experience is elevated with live sets by Resident DJ Hondo, signature cocktails and a selection of Mediterranean-inspired tapas prepared by Ancala restaurant.
Live Entertainment at IXO Tapas Bar at the SO/ Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort Hotel
Experience live music every Thursday to Sunday evening at the IXO Tapas Bar in the elegant surroundings of SO/ Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort Hotel from 21.00 to 23.00 hrs.
Savour an evening of atmospheric tunes, gourmet tapas, and signature cocktails, all set to the rhythm of Sotogrande’s vibrant social scene.
Thursdays, kick back and let the soulful strum of Spanish guitar set the vibe for your evening.
Resident Friday evening, Chica Limón, the popular singer-songwriter duo blends vibrant Latin rhythms with Rumba flair, creating an energetic and soulful sound. Their music brings passion, movement, and joy—perfectly capturing the spirit of a Mediterranean evening.
Saturday evening is the time for an enchanting flamenco performance and on Sundays it is the time for Salsa.