LIV Golf Season to Continue, New Orleans Event Planned for June

The controversial golf league will bring its tournament to Louisiana this summer.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 12:09am

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A cubist, fragmented painting depicting a golf tournament, with sharp geometric shapes in vibrant colors representing the energy and disruption of the LIV Golf league coming to the city.The arrival of the controversial LIV Golf league in New Orleans promises to disrupt the traditional sport in new geometric ways.New Orleans Today

Reports indicate that the LIV Golf tour will continue as planned for the 2026 season, with a stop scheduled in New Orleans, Louisiana in June. The new professional golf league, backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, has faced criticism and legal challenges but appears to be moving forward with its plans to host events across the United States.

Why it matters

The arrival of LIV Golf in New Orleans is significant as the league continues to disrupt the traditional golf landscape. The event is expected to draw top players, spectators, and media attention to the city, potentially providing an economic boost but also stirring up ongoing debates around the league's funding sources and impact on the sport.

The details

The LIV Golf event in New Orleans is scheduled to take place from June 13-15, 2026 at an undisclosed course in the metro area. The 54-hole tournament will feature a mix of established PGA Tour stars who have defected to the new league, as well as up-and-coming golfers looking to make a name for themselves on the LIV circuit.

  • The 2026 LIV Golf season is set to continue as planned, with the New Orleans event taking place from June 13-15.
  • This will mark the first time LIV Golf has held an event in Louisiana.

The players

LIV Golf

The Saudi-backed professional golf league that launched in 2022 and has disrupted the traditional PGA Tour model.

Public Investment Fund

The sovereign wealth fund of Saudi Arabia that is the primary backer and financier of the LIV Golf league.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to bring the energy and excitement of LIV Golf to New Orleans. This is a growing market that will provide a great backdrop for our tournament.”

— Greg Norman, CEO, LIV Golf

What’s next

The PGA Tour and other golf organizations will likely continue to monitor the LIV Golf schedule and events, as the league's presence continues to be a source of controversy and legal battles within the sport.

The takeaway

The arrival of LIV Golf in New Orleans underscores the league's ambitions to expand its footprint and challenge the PGA Tour's dominance, despite the ongoing debates around the source of LIV's funding and its impact on the traditional golf ecosystem.