Glimpses Into August: Where the Global Elite Play Among Polo, Cars, and Cinema

Just last year, Taylor Swift, Bill Gates, and Bill Ackman were all spotted at these very places. From polo in the Swiss mountains to yachts along the Italian coast, August is when the global elite gather in the world’s most glamorous settings.

The month begins in Switzerland with the Hublot Polo Gold Cup, a relatively new but already iconic addition to Europe’s luxury calendar. It attracts European royalty, aristocracy, and billionaires who arrive on private jets and spend the week immersed in champagne, horses, and high society set against the dramatic backdrop of the Swiss Alps.

A thrilling polo match set against the stunning backdrop of the Swiss Alps.

From there, the attention of the wealthy shifts across the Atlantic to California for Monterey Car Week. Recognised as one of the most important car events in the world, it brings together collectors, investors, and enthusiasts who compete for vehicles worth tens of millions of dollars at prestigious auctions. At the tail end of the week comes the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance on 17 August. This legendary gathering showcases the rarest and most valuable cars on the planet, from vintage Bugattis to polished Ferraris, each displayed as if it were a priceless work of art.

Late summer belongs to Italy with the Venice Film Festival. The city transforms into a glittering stage where Hollywood stars, European nobility, and global billionaires converge. Alongside the premieres, the Grand Ball of Monte Carlo and Amphitheatre Venice host some of the most exclusive charity events in the world, blending glamour, philanthropy, and tradition in one spectacular setting.

Finally, the energy moves to New York with the US Open. More than just a tennis tournament, this Grand Slam has become a networking ground for billionaires, hedge fund managers, and celebrities. The courts are a backdrop to deals being made in the luxury suites, where Forbes-listed names and Fortune 500 leaders rub shoulders.

These gatherings are far more than entertainment. They are playgrounds for the global elite, where culture, sport, and philanthropy meet. Connections are forged, alliances are strengthened, and exclusivity is cemented on calendars that define international high society.

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