The Miguel Wilson Collection and the Ride to the Olympics Foundation
are hosting the inaugural Soul Symphony Weekend from Friday, September 19, to Sunday, September
21. This reimagined version of the annual Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic is sponsored by Bentley Atlanta
and will feature a golf outing, a black-tie orchestra experience, musical performances, a fashion show,
and polo matches.
The three-day weekend will also feature polo matches with two historic teams: the Morehouse Polo Club,
the first HBCU polo team, and the Atlanta's BEST Academy Polo Team, the first all-Black high school
polo team. Both teams were co-founded by Miguel Wilson and his Ride to the Olympics Foundation.
“For seven years, we've built a tradition of blending luxury and culture,” Wilson said. “This year, we're
taking that tradition to the next level by presenting the inaugural Soul Symphony Weekend—an
experience elevated by a live 8-piece symphony orchestra, an internationally recognized pianist, and
additional live musical performances.”
We had a chance to speak with the man himself about the festivities. Watch here!
The Soul Symphony Weekend kicks off on Friday, September 19, with two events: the Soul Symphony
Golf Outing at Eagles Landing Country Club and the Welcome Party on the rooftop of the Kimpton
Overland Hotel.
The weekend’s centerpiece is the Black Tie Soul Symphony event, held on Saturday, September 20, at
Enon Ranch. Guests will be immersed in a night of elegance and entertainment, featuring a live fashion
show and performances by the Soul Symphony Orchestra, composer and pianist Camden Stewart, and
award-winning singers Kevin Ross and Syleena Johnson. The spectacular lineup also includes T.R.A.P.
Opera singer Madelyn Brené and singer Brady Turner.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore, the first Black governor of Maryland, is confirmed to attend the Black Tie
Soul Symphony as a special guest.
The weekend culminates with the Atlanta Polo Party, formerly the Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic, on
Sunday, September 21, at Bouckaert Farm. Guests will enjoy a day of luxury and sport, featuring gourmet
food, signature cocktails, live music, and thrilling equestrian exhibitions. Attendees are encouraged to
dress in their finest derby attire.
Past notable attendees include: Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, nationally syndicated radio host Frank Ski,
Pastor Jamal Bryant (New Birth Missionary Baptist Church), rapper Young Jeezy, Nene Leakes (Bravo’s
Real Housewives of Atlanta), Cynthia Bailey (Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta), Sheree Whitfield
(Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta), Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson (TV Personalities/ HGTV’s
Married To Real Estate), singer Q Parker, singer RL (of R&B group Next), and rapper Waka Flocka.
Soul Symphony Weekend serves to benefit the Ride to the Olympics Foundation, a non-profit
organization that aims to provide support to kids who desire to pursue equestrian activities, especially
those who normally wouldn’t have the opportunity due to socio-economic obstacles. All proceeds from the
will go towards the Ride to the Olympics Foundation, which also supports the Morehouse Polo Club and
Atlanta’s BEST Academy Polo Team.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://fashionandpoloclassic.com/#SoulSymphony and
visit https://www.ridetotheolympics.org/ to find out more about the Ride to the Olympics Foundation or to
make a donation.
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About Ride to the Olympics
Established in 2017, Ride to the Olympics' (RTO) primary mission is to empower youth who aren’t exactly
born into great means with the opportunity to learn the art of equestrian sports, fashion and leadership
development. RTO is also committed to increasing awareness and exposure to horse-related sports such
as polo, showjumping and dressage throughout the country; eliminating barriers and strengthening
community engagement.
About The Miguel Wilson Collection
Created by celebrity fashion designer Miguel Wilson, The Miguel Wilson Collection is a luxury men’s
fashion label composed of suits, sport coats, trousers, shirts and accessories. With a signature Wedding
Collection offered at many high-end bridal boutiques throughout the country. His signature stores are
located in Atlanta, GA, Washington, D.C., Miami, FL and New York, NY. The Miguel Wilson Collection
has been the choice for many high profile men on their wedding day, including Hollywood producer Will
Packer, reality stars Peter Thomas and Todd Tucker, NFL players Bobby Rainey and Travis Daniels,
actor Josh Morgan, and rapper 2 Chainz.
