The 108th PGA Championship takes place from 14 to 17 May 2026 at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. As golf’s only all-professional major championship, the tournament brings together the world’s finest players to compete for the Wanamaker Trophy. This marks the PGA Championship’s return to Aronimink for the first time since 1962, with the historic Donald Ross-designed course set to provide one of the sternest tests in modern championship golf.
What is the PGA Championship?
The PGA Championship is one of men’s golf’s four major championships, alongside The Masters, the US Open, and The Open Championship. Organised by the PGA of America, it is the only major open exclusively to professional golfers, with no spots reserved for amateurs. The championship was first held in 1916 and was originally contested as a match play event before switching to stroke play in 1958.
The tournament features a field of 156 players competing over 72 holes of stroke play across four rounds from Thursday to Sunday. The field is determined through a combination of qualifying criteria including past champions, recent major winners, top performers on the PGA Tour and DP World Tour, and PGA of America club professionals who qualify through a separate championship.
When is the PGA Championship?
The 2026 PGA Championship runs from Wednesday 13 May to Sunday 17 May, with the following schedule:
- Monday 11 May to Wednesday 13 May: Practice rounds
- Thursday 14 May: Round 1
- Friday 15 May: Round 2
- Saturday 16 May: Round 3
- Sunday 17 May: Final round
The cut is made after 36 holes, with the top 70 players and ties progressing to the weekend rounds.
Where is the PGA Championship?
The 2026 PGA Championship is held at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, approximately 15 miles west of central Philadelphia. The club was founded in 1896 and moved to its current location in 1928, where the course was designed by the legendary Scottish-born architect Donald Ross.
Aronimink holds a unique distinction as the first venue to have staged all three of the PGA of America’s rotating major championships: the PGA Championship (1962), the Senior PGA Championship (2003), and the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship (2020). The course is a par-70 layout stretching over 7,200 yards, featuring tree-lined fairways and the signature Ross-designed crowned greens that demand precise approach play.
The venue is accessible from Philadelphia International Airport, which is approximately 20 miles to the south-east. Future PGA Championship venues include PGA Frisco in Texas (2027) and The Olympic Club in San Francisco (2028).
Key Contenders
Scottie Scheffler arrives as the defending champion and clear favourite after his dominant five-stroke victory at Quail Hollow in 2025, where he claimed his first Wanamaker Trophy and third major title. The world number one has been the most consistent performer in men’s golf over the past three seasons and will be looking to become the first player to successfully defend the PGA Championship since Brooks Koepka in 2018 and 2019.
Rory McIlroy, a two-time PGA Championship winner (2012, 2014), remains among the leading contenders. The Northern Irishman’s record in this event is outstanding, with multiple top-10 finishes over the past decade. His form on demanding championship courses makes him a perennial threat.
Bryson DeChambeau finished as runner-up at Quail Hollow in 2025 and will be eager to add a PGA Championship title to the US Open he won in 2020. Xander Schauffele, the 2024 PGA Championship winner, brings proven pedigree at this event, while Jon Rahm’s power game and short-game brilliance make him a factor on any course.
Collin Morikawa, who won the PGA Championship on his major debut at TPC Harding Park in 2020, knows what it takes to lift the Wanamaker Trophy. Ludvig Aberg and Tommy Fleetwood represent the next wave of contenders capable of breaking through at the highest level.
How to Watch the PGA Championship
The 2026 PGA Championship will be broadcast live across multiple platforms:
- United States: ESPN (Rounds 1 and 2, Thursday and Friday, 12pm to 7pm ET; Saturday and Sunday morning coverage, 10am to 1pm ET), CBS (Saturday and Sunday afternoon coverage, 1pm to 7pm ET). Streaming available via ESPN+ and Paramount+.
- United Kingdom and Ireland: Sky Sports Golf provides full live coverage of all four rounds.
- Australia: Fox Sports and Kayo Sports carry live coverage.
- Global: PGA Championship Radio is available via SiriusXM, with live audio streaming available without a subscription at pgachampionship.com.
Featured group and featured hole coverage is typically available on ESPN+ from early morning, offering additional viewing options before the main broadcast windows begin.
History and Records
The PGA Championship was established in 1916 by the newly formed PGA of America. Englishman Jim Barnes won the inaugural event at Siwanoy Country Club in Bronxville, New York. The tournament was not held in 1917, 1918, or 1943 due to the two World Wars.
Walter Hagen dominated the match play era, winning five consecutive titles from 1924 to 1927 (plus his 1921 victory) to set the record for most PGA Championship wins. Jack Nicklaus matched Hagen’s total of five victories in the stroke play era, winning in 1963, 1971, 1973, 1975, and 1980. Tiger Woods sits third on the all-time list with four titles (1999, 2000, 2006, 2007).
The youngest winner remains Gene Sarazen, who was just 20 years old when he claimed the 1922 title, a record that has stood for over a century. Phil Mickelson became the oldest champion in 2021, winning at the age of 50 at Kiawah Island. The lowest 72-hole score in relation to par was set by Jason Day, who finished 20 under par at Whistling Straits in 2015.
Tickets and Attendance
Tickets for the 2026 PGA Championship are available through the official website at pgachampionship.com. Options include daily grounds tickets for practice rounds and championship rounds, as well as premium hospitality packages through the PGA of America’s official partners.
General admission tickets typically grant access to the course grounds, grandstand seating at select holes, merchandise pavilions, and food and beverage concessions. Premium experiences include the Champions Club and other corporate hospitality facilities. Approximately 200,000 spectators are expected to attend across the week.
Tickets for major championships tend to sell out well in advance. Mobile ticketing is used for entry, and spectators should consult the official spectator guide for policies on bag sizes, permitted items, and parking arrangements.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the PGA Championship start?
The 2026 PGA Championship begins with practice rounds on Monday 11 May. Competitive play starts on Thursday 14 May and concludes on Sunday 17 May.
Where is the PGA Championship being held?
The 108th PGA Championship is held at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, approximately 15 miles west of Philadelphia.
How can I watch the PGA Championship?
In the United States, coverage is shared between ESPN (early rounds) and CBS (weekend afternoons), with streaming on ESPN+ and Paramount+. In the UK, Sky Sports Golf provides full coverage. In Australia, Fox Sports and Kayo Sports carry the event live.
Who won the PGA Championship last year?
Scottie Scheffler won the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, finishing five strokes clear of the field for his third major title.
How many times has Aronimink hosted the PGA Championship?
The 2026 edition will be the second time Aronimink Golf Club has hosted the PGA Championship. The first was in 1962, when Gary Player won the title.