Aronimink Golf Club Prepares for 108th PGA Championship

Crews race to finish fan zone, shops, and grandstands ahead of major golf event.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:38pm

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the Aronimink Golf Club course and championship action through sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in vibrant greens, blues, and yellows, conveying the energy and anticipation of the upcoming PGA Championship.The iconic Aronimink Golf Club course will host the 108th PGA Championship, providing an intimate and exciting experience for thousands of golf fans.Philadelphia Today

With the 2026 PGA Championship just a month away, Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania is working around the clock to put the finishing touches on the historic golf course and supporting infrastructure. PGA Championship officials estimate over 200,000 people will attend the event, which is expected to have a $125 million economic impact on the Greater Philadelphia region.

Why it matters

The PGA Championship is one of golf's major tournaments, and hosting the event is a significant opportunity for Aronimink Golf Club and the surrounding community to showcase their facilities and hospitality. The influx of golf fans and media attention will provide a major boost to the local economy through increased tourism and spending.

The details

Crews have been working since November to prepare the course and build out the necessary fan zones, shops, and grandstands. While the snowy winter caused some delays, officials say they are on track to have everything ready in the next four weeks. Key features include a 50,000 square foot PGA Shops area and grandstands positioned to provide great views of the action. Tickets for the championship rounds are sold out, but fans can still purchase practice round tickets or look on the secondary market.

  • Crews started building the infrastructure in February 2026.
  • The 108th PGA Championship will run from May 11-17, 2026.
  • The championship rounds will be broadcast on CBS News Philadelphia on May 16 and May 17, 2026.

The players

Tyler Curtis

PGA Championship Operations Manager overseeing the preparations at Aronimink Golf Club.

Jackie Endsley

2026 PGA Championship Director responsible for coordinating the overall event.

Jeff Kiddie

Head golf professional at Aronimink Golf Club.

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What they’re saying

“You blink — a new venue pops up here and there.”

— Tyler Curtis, PGA Championship Operations Manager

“In the next, again, four weeks or so — really it's all about making sure the experience is going to be fine-tuned.”

— Jackie Endsley, 2026 PGA Championship Director

“We're expecting about $125 million in economic impact, boosting tourism and hospitality in and around Newtown Square, but also the Greater Philadelphia region.”

— Jackie Endsley, 2026 PGA Championship Director

“I think it'll feel pretty intimate out there. Where you'll hear roars and cheers from a hole nearby that you'll be able to feel even if you're not on that hole.”

— Jeff Kiddie, Head Golf Professional, Aronimink Golf Club

What’s next

Tickets for the championship rounds are sold out, but fans can still purchase practice round tickets or look on the secondary market to attend the event.

The takeaway

Hosting the prestigious PGA Championship is a major opportunity for Aronimink Golf Club and the Greater Philadelphia region to showcase their facilities, hospitality, and economic impact. The extensive preparations underway demonstrate the significance of this event and the excitement building around it.