WHAT IS THE SAND STORM EXPERIENCE?
Sand Storm is More Than a Tournament. It’s a Festival.
Sand Storm is where competition, community, and atmosphere come together to create something unforgettable.
The Venue
Set across more than 100 acres at the iconic Empire Polo Club, Sand Storm features 87 fields, wide-open space, and stunning mountain views. Home to world-renowned events like Coachella and Stagecoach, it’s a venue built for scale, energy, and a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
The Festival Atmosphere
From the moment you arrive, you feel it, the energy in the air, teams warming up, families gathering, and games happening everywhere the eye can see.
Lax Mall
At the center of it all is the Lax Mall, our main vendor village featuring top brands, gear, apparel, and interactive experiences. It’s the perfect place to explore, shop, and connect between games.
Food & Drinks
Fuel your day with a wide variety of food options throughout the venue. From the main Lax Mall area to Food Truck Village to onsite favorites like the Cantina and Tack Room Tavern, there’s something for everyone.
Lounges & Hangout Areas
Take a break and recharge in one of our onsite lounges. With shaded seating, refreshments, and comfortable gathering spaces, it’s the perfect spot to relax between games.
Capture the Moment
From big plays to team celebrations, Sand Storm is filled with moments worth remembering. Capture it all with Fivestar and take home more than just the results.
Friday Kickoff
Arrive early and make the most of your weekend. Friday features clinics, showcases, team practices, team dinners, and early access to the vendor village.
Beyond the Fields
Sand Storm is as much about the destination as it is the games. With year-round sunshine and desert scenery, enjoy pools, restaurants, and everything Greater Palm Springs has to offer. Turn your tournament into a full weekend getaway.
This is Sand Storm
Where the game meets something bigger.
HIGHLIGHTS & HYPE
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“Sand Storm is hands down one of the best-run tournaments we attend all year. The level of competition, the organization, and the overall experience for our players is unmatched. Everything, from scheduling to field quality to communication is top tier. It’s a must-attend event for our program.”
— Mike R, Program Director
“Playing at Sand Storm is unreal. There are games everywhere, tons of energy, and you’re competing against great teams all weekend. It feels big-time, and it’s one of the most fun tournaments I’ve ever played in.”
— Ava M, Midfielder, Class of 2028
“This is more than just a tournament, it’s a full experience for the entire family. Between the atmosphere, the vendors and the food and, it’s a weekend we genuinely look forward to every year. Sand Storm has set the standard.”
— Jennifer C, Parent
The Game.
Good sportsmanship and honoring the spirit of the game are at the heart of the Sand Storm Lacrosse Festival. We believe that lacrosse is not only about skill and competition, but also about respect, integrity and camaraderie. We expect all attendees demonstrate respect for opponents, officials and the game itself to ensure that everyone can enjoy the tournament in a positive and supportive environment.
