PGA Pros Head to Bandon Dunes for 2026 Championship

The annual tournament showcases top club and teaching professionals vying for a spot on the PGA Tour.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 5:34pm

A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting a golf tournament scene, with sharp geometric shapes in shades of green, blue, and brown overlapping to create a dynamic, multi-perspective composition.The 2026 PGA Professional Championship at Bandon Dunes will showcase the talents of the game's top club and teaching professionals in a stunning coastal setting.Bandon Today

The 2026 PGA Professional Championship will take place from April 26 to April 29 at the renowned Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Oregon. The tournament features 312 PGA of America Golf Professionals competing for the chance to be one of the 20 members of the PGA Tour.

Why it matters

The PGA Professional Championship is a prestigious event that highlights the skills and accomplishments of club and teaching professionals, who play a vital role in growing the game of golf at the local level. Bandon Dunes, one of the top golf destinations in the United States, will provide a challenging and scenic backdrop for the tournament.

The details

Over the four-day event, the 312 PGA Professionals will compete across Bandon Dunes' multiple championship-caliber courses, including the Bandon Dunes, Pacific Dunes, Bandon Trails, and Old Macdonald layouts. The top 20 finishers will earn a spot on the PGA Tour, giving them the opportunity to compete against the world's best players.

  • The 2026 PGA Professional Championship will take place from April 26 to April 29.
  • The tournament will be held at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Bandon, Oregon.

The players

PGA of America

The PGA of America is the world's largest working sports organization, comprised of nearly 29,000 PGA Professionals who work at golf courses, clubs, and resorts around the country.

Bandon Dunes Golf Resort

Bandon Dunes is a renowned golf resort located on the southern Oregon coast, featuring multiple award-winning courses designed by renowned architects such as David McLay Kidd and Tom Doak.

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What they’re saying

“Bandon Dunes is the perfect venue to showcase the incredible talent and dedication of our PGA Professionals. We're thrilled to bring this prestigious championship to such an iconic golf destination.”

— Jim Richerson, President, PGA of America

What’s next

Golf fans can purchase tickets to attend the 2026 PGA Professional Championship at Bandon Dunes through the PGA of America's website starting in January 2026.

The takeaway

The 2026 PGA Professional Championship at Bandon Dunes will provide an exciting opportunity for golf fans to witness the skills of the game's top club and teaching professionals, while also experiencing the stunning natural beauty of one of America's premier golf destinations.