The PGA Tour is making an exciting change for 2026: the Blue Monster at Trump National Doral is back! This marks its return to the Tour after a decade. The new season will feature nine signature events, and Doral is set to host the Miami Championship from April 30 to May 3.
The Tour’s schedule was announced recently, adjusting several events. The Miami Championship replaces the Mexico Open, which will now take place in the fall. Doral has been in the spotlight recently, hosting LIV Golf events.
The season kicks off in Maui with the Sentry tournament from January 8-11. There’s a noticeable shift in the usual West Coast swing; the WM Phoenix Open and the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am have swapped dates. Pebble Beach will now immediately precede The Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club.
March will see the Florida swing, featuring prominent tournaments like the Arnold Palmer Invitational and The Players Championship. Between the Masters and the PGA Championship, there are three signature events lined up: the RBC Heritage, Miami Championship, and Truist Championship. This year, the Truist returns to Quail Hollow after a year in Philadelphia.
In 2026, the Wanamaker Trophy will be awarded at Aronimink Golf Club in Pennsylvania. After that, the CJ Cup Byron Nelson and the Charles Schwab Challenge will take place, a pairing that hasn’t been seen for a while.
The summer schedule looks similar to previous years. The Corales Puntacana Championship will run opposite The Open, and the Rocket Classic will shift to late July. As always, the Wyndham Championship will close the regular season before transitioning into the FedExCup playoffs.
The last major event, the Tour Championship, is set for August 30 and will likely keep the same format as this year.
This schedule reflects trends in golf, showing how tournaments adapt to fan engagement and participation. For example, the rise of social media has greatly influenced viewer habits. Fans often discuss players and tournaments on platforms like Twitter and Instagram, creating a vibrant online community.
Looking ahead, the PGA Tour aims to connect with fans even more through digital initiatives and unique tournament experiences. As the sport continues to evolve, these changes reflect a growing focus on accessibility and engagement.
For further insights into the PGA Tour’s developments, check out the official schedule here for details on the tournaments and events.