The legacy of the PGA Championship began in 1916, when it was first introduced as a match-play event. The format changed to stroke play in 1958, which updated the tournament and aligned it more closely with today’s professional format.

The PGA Championship has crowned some of the greatest names over the years. Legendary winners include Tiger Woods, who has multiple PGA Championship titles, along with modern stars such as Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka, and Justin Thomas. Each edition is highly unpredictable due to difficult course layouts and strong competition.

PGA Championship 2026 Location

The championship will be held at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. This par-70 field is a parkland-style course with narrow landing areas, tree-lined fairways, and strategically placed bunkers. Water hazards are strategically placed at key points, most notably on the 10th and 17th holes, where water directly threatens approach shots and can significantly affect scores. The course layout includes 18 holes. The front nine is more about precision, while the back nine is tougher.

Spectator Clothing Guide

The weather in May is typically mild with spring conditions at Aronimink Golf Club. But it can be unpredictable, with sudden wind and light rain. Follow the clothing guide below to dress for the PGA Championship.

For a detailed golf wardrobe for mild weather, read this spring golf clothing guide.

PGA Championship 2026 Schedule

The tournament will take place from May 14, 2026, to May 17, 2026. Here are the details of the 2026 PGA Golf Championship dates:

1. Monday — 11 May 2026 (Practice Round 1)

• Gates open at 8:00 AM.

• This is the first official player practice session from 7 AM to 5 PM.

• PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup (military veterans event) at Chester Valley Golf Club.

• Merchandise shops are fully open

2. Tuesday — May 12, 2026 (Practice Round 2)

• Gates open at 8:00 AM.

• Tuesday practice rounds the biggest fan day.

• PGA Championship Range Show starts at 2:30 PM ET.

• Spectators can enjoy access to behind-the-scenes.

• Hosts include Smylie Kaufman, Charlie Hulme, and Alexandra O’Laughlin.

• The day features NFL players, NBA stars, and brand ambassadors.

3. Wednesday — May 13, 2026 (Final Practice Day)

• Key activities include final course mapping and green speed testing

• The live Range Show continues from 2:30 PM.

4. Thursday — May 14, 2026 (Round 1)

• This is the official start of the championship.

• Gates open at 6:00 AM.

• First tee time is 6:45 AM.

• TV Coverage: ESPN+ streams early group coverage from 6:45 AM. Main ESPN broadcast runs 12 PM – 7 PM. ESPN2 extends coverage from 7 PM – 8 PM.

5. Friday — May 15, 2026 (Round 2 + Cut Day)

• After Friday, only the top players advance to the weekend

• First groups begin at 6:45 AM and continue into the evening.

• TV & Streaming: ESPN+ streams early coverage from 6:45 AM. Main ESPN broadcast runs 12 PM – 8 PM, with ESPN2 coverage from 7 PM – 8 PM.

6. Saturday — May 16, 2026 (Moving Day)

• The first tee time is 7:35 AM.

• This is the third round when the PGA Championship 2026 Golf Leaderboard can completely change.

• TV Coverage: ESPN carries morning coverage from 10 AM – 1 PM. CBS and Paramount+ take over for the main broadcast from 1 PM – 7 PM.

• The day ends with major sponsor networking events.

7. Sunday — May 17, 2026 (Final Round + Trophy Ceremony)

• Early groups start around 7:35 AM.

• Final groups tee off in the afternoon.

• The winner lifts the Wanamaker Trophy.

• TV Coverage: ESPN covers the morning session from 10 AM – 1 PM. CBS and Paramount+ broadcast the final round live from 1 PM – 7 PM, with worldwide television coverage across partner networks.

Transportation Schedule

1. Shuttle Service

• Starts at 7:30 AM for practice days.

• Starts at 5:45 AM for championship rounds.

2. Parking

• There is no on-site parking.

• Get prepaid parking lots with shuttle transportation.

Sources: PGA Championship, 2026 PGA Championship Starting Times, PGA TOUR - Tournament Schedule

PGA Championship 2026 Tickets

Get your 2026 tournament tickets according to the categories below.

1. Championship+ Daily Grounds Ticket

These are the standard and most popular tournament tickets. Major benefits include:

• Full grounds access

• Practice area access

• Food

• Non-alcoholic beverages

• PGA Shops access

You can visit concession areas several times throughout the day. Approximate prices are:

Prices fluctuate based on demand and the resale market.

2. Championship+ Weekly Grounds Ticket

This ticket offers the complete tournament experience. Included features are:

• Full access from Monday through Sunday

• All practice rounds

• All championship rounds

• Inclusive food program

The approximate price is $1209+. Some resale packages are listed at around $1433+.

3. Daily Club PGA Hospitality Ticket (VIP)

These are the luxury hospitality tickets. Major benefits are:

• Open bar

• VIP hospitality pavilion

• Outdoor viewing deck

• Special meals

• Indoor air-conditioned seating

• TVs throughout the lounge

• Executive restrooms

• Premium viewing locations

The approximate price is $1099+ per day.

4. Practice Round Tickets

Practice rounds take place Monday through Wednesday. The ticket features include:

• Autograph opportunities

• Easier player interaction

• Smaller crowds

5. Championship Round Tickets

Features of official championship rounds tickets include:

• Final leaderboard drama

• Official scoring

• Full television broadcast coverage

• Trophy competition

• Massive crowds

6. Junior Tickets

• Children aged 15 or younger can enter for free. They need a ticketed adult.

• One adult can bring up to two juniors.

• Hospitality access is not included with free kid admission.

7. Military Tickets

• Active-duty military, veterans, National Guard members, and reserve members can get a free grounds ticket and one free guest ticket.

• Military inventory for Thursday through Sunday has officially sold out.

Parking prices for practice days are $25+ and $41+ for championship days. Purchase them separately and use shuttle buses for transportation to the course.

Sources: Major PGA Championship Tickets, SeatGeek: 2026 PGA Championship Tickets, 2026 PGA Championship: Ticketing Guide, 2026 PGA Championship Travel Packages

PGA Championship 2026 Prize Money

The official purse for this year's Championship has not been released yet. But the total prize money is expected to be around $19 million to $20 million. Here’s what the golf media says about the purse:

• Winner Share: approx $3.4M – $3.6M

• Runner-up: approx $2.0M+

The champion also receives the Wanamaker Trophy, a 5-year exemption into The Masters Tournament, a 5-year exemption into the U.S. Open, a 5-year exemption into The Open Championship, and a Ryder Cup qualification points boost.

PGA Championship 2026 Players

The Golf PGA Championship 2026 features a total field of 156 players.

1. LIV Golf Players

2. Young Rising Stars

• Ludvig Åberg

• Akshay Bhatia

• Min Woo Lee

• Sahith Theegala

• Cameron Young

3. Former PGA Champions

4. Ryder Cup Stars

5. Other PGA Tour Players in the Field

• Tommy Fleetwood

• Viktor Hovland

• Patrick Cantlay

• Shane Lowry

• Matt Fitzpatrick

• Hideki Matsuyama

• Sam Burns

• Rickie Fowler

• Jason Day

• Keegan Bradley

• Tony Finau

• Max Homa

• Adam Scott

• Sungjae Im

• Wyndham Clark

The tournament also includes 20 PGA club professionals qualified through the PGA Professional Championship. Famous names include Michael Block, Jesse Droemer, and Derek Berg.

Sources: 2026 PGA Championship Players, Field List Announced for 2026 PGA Championship, 2026 PGA Championship Field