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2026 PGA Tour Schedule: Complete Guide to All Tournaments, Majors & Signature Events ๐️♂️
2026 PGA Tour Season Overview ๐ฐ
The 2026 PGA Tour marks the 111th season of the PGA Tour and the 20th anniversary of the FedExCup. As the 58th season since separating from the PGA of America, this year promises world-class golf competition featuring the best players on the planet.
The 2026 PGA Tour was originally scheduled to begin with The Sentry, but severe drought conditions on Maui forced the cancellation of the tournament at Kapalua Resort's Plantation Course. On October 22, 2025, the PGA Tour officially announced The Sentry's cancellation - the first tournament cancellation since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
2026 Season Key Features ⚡
- Season Dates: January 12 - August 30, 2026
- Regular Season Events: 35 official FedExCup tournaments
- Signature Events: 8 (reduced from 9 due to Sentry cancellation)
- Major Championships: 4 (Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open, The Open)
- Playoffs: 3 tournaments to determine FedExCup champion
- New Event: Cadillac Championship in Miami
The 2026 season opens with the Sony Open in Hawaii on January 12-18 at Waialae Country Club and concludes with the Tour Championship on August 24-30 at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Georgia.
Complete 2026 PGA Tour Schedule ๐
January - Season Kickoff ๐ฏ
| Dates | Tournament | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 12-18 | Sony Open in Hawaii | Waialae Country Club, Honolulu, HI |
| Jan 19-25 | The American Express | PGA West (Pete Dye Stadium Course), La Quinta, CA |
| Jan 26-Feb 1 | Farmers Insurance Open | Torrey Pines Golf Course, San Diego, CA |
February - West Coast Swing ๐ฅ
| Dates | Tournament | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2-8 | WM Phoenix Open | TPC Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ |
| Feb 9-15 | AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am* | Pebble Beach Golf Links, Pebble Beach, CA |
| Feb 16-22 | The Genesis Invitational* | Riviera Country Club, Pacific Palisades, CA |
| Feb 23-Mar 1 | Cognizant Classic | PGA National (Champion Course), Palm Beach Gardens, FL |
* Denotes Signature Event
March-April - THE PLAYERS & Masters Season ๐
March Schedule ๐
| Dates | Tournament | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2-8 | Arnold Palmer Invitational* | Bay Hill Club & Lodge, Orlando, FL |
| Mar 2-8 | Puerto Rico Open | Grand Reserve Golf Club, Rio Grande, Puerto Rico |
| Mar 9-15 | THE PLAYERS Championship | TPC Sawgrass, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL |
| Mar 16-22 | Valspar Championship | Innisbrook Resort (Copperhead Course), Palm Harbor, FL |
| Mar 23-29 | Texas Children's Houston Open | Memorial Park Golf Course, Houston, TX |
| Mar 30-Apr 5 | Valero Texas Open | TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course), San Antonio, TX |
THE PLAYERS Championship Highlights ✨
THE PLAYERS Championship is the PGA Tour's flagship event, often called the "Fifth Major." The iconic 17th hole island green at TPC Sawgrass is one of the most famous holes in golf history. The 2026 tournament runs March 9-15 and features a field of 120 of the world's best golfers competing for one of the Tour's most prestigious titles.
April Schedule - Masters Month ๐
| Dates | Tournament | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 6-12 | ๐ MASTERS TOURNAMENT | Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, GA |
| Apr 13-19 | RBC Heritage* | Harbour Town Golf Links, Hilton Head Island, SC |
| Apr 20-26 | Zurich Classic of New Orleans | TPC Louisiana, Avondale, LA |
| Apr 27-May 3 | ๐ Cadillac Championship* | Trump National Doral (Blue Monster), Miami, FL |
New Addition! Cadillac Championship ๐
The biggest change for 2026 is the addition of the Cadillac Championship, a new Signature Event. The PGA Tour returns to Trump National Doral's famous Blue Monster course (April 27-May 3), which hosted PGA Tour events annually from 1962 to 2016. This marks the 56th time a PGA Tour event will be contested at Doral. As a Signature Event, it features the top 50 from the previous year's FedExCup and the season's tournament winners.
May-June - Major Championship Season ๐
May Schedule ๐ก
| Dates | Tournament | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| May 4-10 | Truist Championship | Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, NC |
| May 4-10 | ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic | Dunes Golf and Beach Club, Myrtle Beach, SC |
| May 11-17 | ๐ PGA CHAMPIONSHIP | Aronimink Golf Club, Newtown Square, PA |
| May 18-24 | THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson | TPC Craig Ranch, McKinney, TX |
| May 25-31 | Charles Schwab Challenge | Colonial Country Club, Fort Worth, TX |
June Schedule ๐ฏ
| Dates | Tournament | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 1-7 | Memorial Tournament* | Muirfield Village Golf Club, Dublin, OH |
| Jun 8-14 | RBC Canadian Open | TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley, Caledon, ON, Canada |
| Jun 15-21 | ๐ U.S. OPEN | Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, Southampton, NY |
| Jun 22-28 | Travelers Championship* | TPC River Highlands, Cromwell, CT |
| Jun 29-Jul 5 | John Deere Classic | TPC Deere Run, Silvis, IL |
Memorial Tournament 50th Anniversary ⚡
The 2026 Memorial Tournament celebrates the 50th anniversary of Muirfield Village Golf Club hosting a PGA Tour event. Hosted by Jack Nicklaus, this Signature Event features a 36-hole cut with the top 50 and ties, plus anyone within 10 shots of the lead, advancing to weekend play.
July-August - The Open & Playoff Season ๐ฅ
July Schedule ๐
| Dates | Tournament | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 6-12 | Genesis Scottish Open | The Renaissance Club, North Berwick, Scotland |
| Jul 6-12 | ISCO Championship | Hurstbourne Country Club, Louisville, KY |
| Jul 13-19 | ๐ THE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP | Royal Birkdale Golf Club, Southport, England |
| Jul 13-19 | Corales Puntacana Championship | Puntacana Resort & Club, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic |
| Jul 20-26 | 3M Open | TPC Twin Cities, Blaine, MN |
| Jul 27-Aug 2 | Rocket Classic | Detroit Golf Club, Detroit, MI |
August Schedule - Regular Season Finale & Playoffs ๐ฐ
| Dates | Tournament | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 3-9 | Wyndham Championship | Sedgefield Country Club, Greensboro, NC |
| Aug 10-16 | ⭐ FedEx St. Jude Championship | TPC Southwind, Memphis, TN |
| Aug 17-23 | ⭐ BMW Championship | Bellerive Country Club, St. Louis, MO |
| Aug 24-30 | ๐ TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP | East Lake Golf Club, Atlanta, GA |
FedExCup Playoffs System ๐
- Round 1 - FedEx St. Jude Championship: Top 70 in FedExCup points qualify
- Round 2 - BMW Championship: Top 50 after Round 1 advance
- Finals - Tour Championship: Top 30 after Round 2 compete for FedExCup title
- Tour Championship Format: Staggered start based on FedExCup standings (1st place starts at -10, down to Even)
2026 Major Championships Complete Guide ๐
1. The Masters Tournament ๐น
- Dates: April 6-12, 2026
- Venue: Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, Georgia
- Overview: The first major championship of the year, held annually at the same venue in April
- Green Jacket: The winner receives the iconic green jacket
- 2025 Champion: Rory McIlroy - Completed the Career Grand Slam
- Field Size: Approximately 90-100 players by invitation only
2. PGA Championship ⛳
- Dates: May 11-17, 2026
- Venue: Aronimink Golf Club, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
- Overview: Large major championship field of 156 players
- Qualification: PGA Tour winners, Top 70 FedExCup points, Top 100 OWGR, and more
- History: Established in 1916, conducted by the PGA of America
- Format: 72-hole stroke play championship
3. U.S. Open ๐บ๐ธ
- Dates: June 15-21, 2026
- Venue: Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, Southampton, New York
- Overview: Known as golf's toughest test with high rough and lightning-fast greens
- Venue History: Shinnecock Hills is one of America's oldest clubs (founded 1891)
- 2025 Champion: JJ Spaun - Won his first major with a dramatic 65-foot birdie putt on 18
- Conducted by: United States Golf Association (USGA)
4. The Open Championship ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ
- Dates: July 13-19, 2026
- Venue: Royal Birkdale Golf Club, Southport, England
- Overview: The oldest major championship (started 1860), played on links courses
- Royal Birkdale: Hosting The Open for the 10th time
- 2025 Champion: Scottie Scheffler - Won at Royal Portrush with a 3-under final round
- Defending Champion: Scheffler will defend his title in 2026
| Major | Dates | Venue | 2025 Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masters | April 6-12 | Augusta National, GA | Rory McIlroy |
| PGA Championship | May 11-17 | Aronimink GC, PA | TBD |
| U.S. Open | June 15-21 | Shinnecock Hills, NY | JJ Spaun |
| The Open | July 13-19 | Royal Birkdale, England | Scottie Scheffler |
2026 Signature Events - Complete Guide ⚡
Signature Events are the PGA Tour's elite tournaments featuring limited fields of 70-80 players. The top 50 from the previous year's FedExCup and current season tournament winners gain automatic entry. Additional spots are available through the Aon Next 10 and Aon Swing 5 qualifying systems.
Signature Event Qualification Criteria ๐
- Automatic Entry: Top 50 from previous year's FedExCup
- Tournament Winners: PGA Tour winners from previous calendar year
- Aon Next 10: Top 10 from FedExCup points positions 11-60 during specific periods
- Aon Swing 5: Top 5 based on recent tournament performances
- Sponsor Exemptions: Limited special invitations
Complete List of 2026 Signature Events ✨
| # | Tournament | Dates | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am | Feb 9-15 | Pebble Beach Golf Links, CA |
| 2 | The Genesis Invitational (Hosted by Tiger Woods) |
Feb 16-22 | Riviera Country Club, CA |
| 3 | Arnold Palmer Invitational (Honoring Arnold Palmer) |
Mar 2-8 | Bay Hill Club & Lodge, FL |
| 4 | RBC Heritage | Apr 13-19 | Harbour Town Golf Links, SC |
| 5 | ๐ Cadillac Championship (New Event) |
Apr 27-May 3 | Trump National Doral (Blue Monster), FL |
| 6 | Memorial Tournament (Hosted by Jack Nicklaus) |
Jun 1-7 | Muirfield Village Golf Club, OH |
| 7 | Travelers Championship | Jun 22-28 | TPC River Highlands, CT |
| Special Flagship Event (Not a Signature Event) | |||
| - | THE PLAYERS Championship | Mar 9-15 | TPC Sawgrass, FL |
Player-Hosted Signature Event Features ๐
The three player-hosted Signature Events (The Genesis Invitational, Arnold Palmer Invitational, and Memorial Tournament) feature a 36-hole cut. The top 50 and ties, plus anyone within 10 shots of the lead, advance to weekend play.
The Sentry Cancellation & RBC Heritage ๐
Originally scheduled for 9 Signature Events, the 2026 season features 8 due to The Sentry's cancellation. Players who qualified for The Sentry but finished outside the top 50 in the FedExCup as 2025 tournament winners now have access to the RBC Heritage as an additional Signature Event.
2026 PGA Tour Changes & FAQ ๐ก
Key Changes for 2026 ๐
- The Sentry Cancelled: Course conditions at Kapalua due to Maui drought forced cancellation
- Sony Open Opener: January 12-18 Sony Open becomes the season's first event
- Cadillac Championship Added: New Signature Event at Trump National Doral
- Genesis Invitational Returns: Back at Riviera Country Club after 2025 California wildfires forced move to Torrey Pines
- Truist Championship Returns: Back at Quail Hollow Club after hosting 2025 PGA Championship
- Mexico Open Moved: Shifted to FedExCup Fall schedule
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ❓
Q1. When does the 2026 PGA Tour season start?
A: The 2026 PGA Tour season begins with the Sony Open in Hawaii on January 12-18. Originally scheduled to start with The Sentry on January 5, the season opener was cancelled due to severe drought conditions affecting Kapalua Resort's Plantation Course in Maui. This marks the latest season start since the PGA Tour's formation in 1969.
Q2. What are the 2026 major championship dates?
A: The four major championships in 2026 are scheduled as follows:
- Masters Tournament: April 6-12 (Augusta National, Georgia)
- PGA Championship: May 11-17 (Aronimink Golf Club, Pennsylvania)
- U.S. Open: June 15-21 (Shinnecock Hills, New York)
- The Open Championship: July 13-19 (Royal Birkdale, England)
Q3. What are Signature Events and how many are there?
A: Signature Events are the PGA Tour's premium tournaments featuring limited fields of 70-80 players and featuring the top 50 from the previous year's FedExCup plus current season winners. There are 8 Signature Events in 2026: AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, The Genesis Invitational, Arnold Palmer Invitational, RBC Heritage, Cadillac Championship (new), Memorial Tournament, and Travelers Championship. THE PLAYERS Championship is a separate flagship event.
Q4. What is the Cadillac Championship?
A: The Cadillac Championship is a new Signature Event for 2026, held April 27-May 3 at Trump National Doral's famous Blue Monster course in Miami, Florida. This marks the PGA Tour's return to Doral, which hosted Tour events annually from 1962 to 2016. It will be the 56th time a PGA Tour event is contested at this historic venue.
Q5. How do the FedExCup Playoffs work?
A: The FedExCup Playoffs consist of three events:
- FedEx St. Jude Championship (August 10-16): Top 70 in FedExCup points compete
- BMW Championship (August 17-23): Top 50 after Round 1 advance
- Tour Championship (August 24-30): Top 30 after Round 2 compete for the FedExCup with staggered starting scores based on FedExCup standings (1st place starts at -10, 2nd at -8, etc.)
Q6. Which courses have hosted PGA Tour events for 50+ years?
A: The 2026 schedule features 9 historic venues that have hosted PGA Tour events for more than 50 years:
- Waialae Country Club (Sony Open)
- Torrey Pines Golf Course (Farmers Insurance Open)
- Pebble Beach Golf Links (AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am)
- Riviera Country Club (The Genesis Invitational)
- Augusta National Golf Club (Masters)
- Harbour Town Golf Links (RBC Heritage)
- Trump National Doral's Blue Monster (Cadillac Championship)
- Colonial Country Club (Charles Schwab Challenge)
- Muirfield Village Golf Club (Memorial Tournament - celebrating 50th anniversary in 2026)
Conclusion - Your Complete 2026 PGA Tour Guide! ๐
The 2026 PGA Tour season promises to be historic as the FedExCup celebrates its 20th anniversary. Despite the disappointing cancellation of The Sentry, the addition of the Cadillac Championship and the continuation of golf's most prestigious tournaments at legendary venues will provide unforgettable moments for golf fans worldwide.
2026 Season Highlights to Watch ⚡
- Scottie Scheffler's Open Championship title defense
- Rory McIlroy defending his Masters title and Career Grand Slam
- PGA Tour's return to Trump National Doral's Blue Monster
- Muirfield Village's 50th anniversary Memorial Tournament
- FedExCup 20th anniversary special season
- U.S. Open at historic Shinnecock Hills
- The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale
Don't miss a single moment of the 2026 PGA Tour from January 12 through August 30! With 35 regular season events, 8 Signature Events, 4 major championships, and 3 playoff tournaments, you'll witness the world's best golfers competing at the highest level.
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Last Updated: January 28, 2026
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