Grandiosity Events 10th Annual Charity And Celebrity POLOxJAZZ Celebrates A Decade Of Culture, Luxury and Philanthropy
Grandiosity Events Partners with The Law Offices of Duane O. King, PC to proudly announce the 10th Anniversary of the Celebrity Charity POLOxJAZZ event returning to Baltimore. The grand event will be hosted by celebrity actor Clifton Powell, known for his powerful performances across film and television.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Baltimore Peninsula
101 W. Dickman Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21230
Set against the waterfront backdrop of Baltimore Peninsula, POLOxJAZZ continues to elevate the city’s cultural footprint while driving philanthropic investment. Over the past decade, the event has grown into a signature celebration of style, leadership, and legacy.
Susan Smallwood is the Founder and CEO of Grandiosity Events, a luxury event planning company known for curating experiences that blend entertainment, philanthropy, and education with cultural sophistication. Smallwood is also the creator of La Grande Caviar, making history as the first woman of color to own a premium caviar brand. Through her signature event POLOxJAZZ, Smallwood is also the first woman of color to build a powerful platform that combines style and excellence, Black equestrian polo players, live jazz, and charitable giving. “This 10th anniversary represents more than an event. It represents ten years of community commitment, partnership, and impact,” said Smallwood.
Guests of the POLOxJAZZ event can expect various highlights during the event to include: professional polo matches, live jazz performances, VIP hospitality, curated food and beverage experiences, luxury vendor activations, and networking with civic leaders, entrepreneurs, influencers, and changemakers. Celebrating a decade of elegance, philanthropy, and culture, POLOxJAZZ has become one of the region’s premier luxury charity experiences merging together leaders in business, entertainment, sports, and community impact for a day of polo, live jazz, curated cuisine, and purpose-driven giving. For ten years, POLOxJAZZ has blended high society with high impact.
The 2026 POLOxJAZZ event continues its tradition of service by supporting two educational beneficiaries. The East Coast Chapter of The Tuskegee Airmen, Inc., preserves the legacy of pioneering African American military aviators while inspiring future generations, fueling educational programming, leadership development, and aviation career pathways for young people across the region. The Alpha Phi Alpha Brigadier General Charles McGee Youth STEM Scholarship is a need-based award designed for underrepresented high school and college students pursuing STEM degrees at HBCUs while honoring the legacy of the legendary fighter pilot and famed Tuskegee Airman.
The event proudly partners with sponsors including: The Law Offices of Duane O. King, PC; K&I Healthcare Services (owners Kelvinda Kamara x Ike Obiora, Grand Corporate Sponsor); World Famous Arturo Fuente Cigars (Carlito Fuente, Jr.) returning for the 3rd year with a check presentation; Washington Exotics; aDigital Solutions; La Grande Caviar Bar and additional regional supporters committed to excellence and community impact.
Influential guests include: All Black Equestrian Polo Players Malachi “Lavish” Lyles (and International Model for Ralph Lauren), Noah Dabney, Marc Harris, Hosea Johnson, Justin Pena, and Kenzie Brinkley; Shawn Yancy, Mistress of Ceremonies and Washington, DC TV News Anchor, Family members of original Tuskegee Airmen; Sena Hubler, Strategy Research and Design Consultant; Terri Long @SpotlightOverTheCity and more!
We encourage everyone to join us for an unforgettable day of culture, luxury and philanthropy!
Schedule:
🏇 12 PM – Gates open
🏇 1 PM – Red Carpet interviews + Meet and Greet
🏇 2 PM – National Anthem sung by Terri Long
🏇 3 PM – Polo Match Starts
🏇 5 PM – Trophy presentation by sponsor
🏇 6-9 PM – After Party with DJ Vytas Reid, CBS Detroit Meteorologist
Tickets, VIP access, vendor opportunities, and sponsorships are available now!
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Guests can also register to arrive at POLOxJAZZ in GRAND STYLE via helicopter!
For early sponsorship opportunities, contact [email protected].
Media wishing to provide interview coverage before and/or during the 10th Anniversary of the Celebrity Charity POLOxJAZZ should contact Catonya Lester at (443) 355-3337 or email [email protected].
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