Houston, Texas, January 8, 2026
The Chevron Championship, the opening major of the LPGA Tour season, is relocating to Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas. This shift aims to enhance accessibility for fans and promote community involvement, aligning with Chevron’s commitment to women’s golf. Following its previous venue in The Woodlands, the tournament will benefit from the public course’s renovations and proximity to downtown, drawing a larger audience and reinforcing ties with the Houston community.
Houston, Texas – The Chevron Championship, the first major tournament of the LPGA Tour season, will be moving to Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston for the 2026 event, scheduled for April 23-26. This relocation aims to bring the tournament closer to Chevron’s headquarters and downtown Houston, thereby improving accessibility for fans and participants.
The tournament has been held at The Club at Carlton Woods in The Woodlands since 2023, and the move seeks to strengthen ties with the Houston community. Chevron’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer stressed that this decision reflects the company’s long-standing presence in the city while reinforcing its commitment to women’s golf and community engagement.
Memorial Park Golf Course, a public facility, has recently undergone significant renovations, notably a redesign by famed architect Tom Doak. The course has hosted the PGA Tour’s Houston Open since 2020 and is set to move to a spring schedule in 2024. Its close proximity to downtown Houston is expected to draw a larger audience for the Chevron Championship.
The Chevron Championship has a rich historical background, having been a major tournament since 1983. Originally played at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California, it was relocated to The Club at Carlton Woods in 2023. The shift to Memorial Park marks a pivotal new chapter for the tournament, aligning with Chevron’s strategic focus on community involvement and promoting women’s sports.
As preparations for the event begin, organizers are collaborating with existing infrastructure from the PGA Tour’s Houston Open to ensure a world-class experience for players and spectators alike. The relocation of the Chevron Championship emphasizes the LPGA’s commitment to expanding its presence in Houston and enhancing the visibility of women’s golf nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is the 2026 Chevron Championship scheduled?
The 2026 Chevron Championship is scheduled for April 23-26, 2026.
Where will the 2026 Chevron Championship be held?
The 2026 Chevron Championship will be held at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas.
Why is the Chevron Championship moving to Memorial Park Golf Course?
The move aims to bring the tournament closer to Chevron’s headquarters and downtown Houston, enhancing accessibility for fans and participants.
What is the history of the Chevron Championship?
The Chevron Championship has been a major tournament since 1983, originally played at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California, before relocating to The Club at Carlton Woods in 2023.
What is the significance of Memorial Park Golf Course?
Memorial Park Golf Course is a public facility that has hosted the PGA Tour’s Houston Open since 2020 and is known for its proximity to downtown Houston, making it accessible to a larger audience.
Key Features of the 2026 Chevron Championship
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Dates | April 23-26, 2026 |
| Location | Memorial Park Golf Course, Houston, Texas |
| Historical Significance | First major of the LPGA Tour season since 1983 |
| Previous Venue | The Club at Carlton Woods, The Woodlands, Texas (2023-2025) |
| Course Renovation | Redesigned by architect Tom Doak, reopened in 2020 |
| Proximity to Downtown | Located near downtown Houston, enhancing accessibility |
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