Texas Golf Events Calendar: Every Major Tournament Worth Watching in 2026
Texas produces some of the best professional and amateur golf events in the country — and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the strongest years in recent memory. Whether you want to watch the pros up close, enter an amateur event yourself, or just plan your golf travel around marquee tournaments, this is your complete guide to Texas golf events worth marking on the calendar.
Why Texas Golf Events Are Worth Attending
Texas golf galleries are different. The state’s culture of outdoor hospitality means tournaments here tend to be louder, more welcoming, and better organized than events in many other parts of the country. Courses are typically in peak condition for tournament week, which means attending as a spectator often gives you a chance to see some of the best-maintained turf in the state. And for serious golfers, watching professional shot-making up close teaches more about course management and technique than any instructional video.
PGA TOUR: AT&T Byron Nelson — McKinney, Texas
The Byron Nelson is one of the most storied events on the PGA TOUR and one of the few major professional tournaments held annually in North Texas. Played at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, the tournament draws top-ranked players and consistently produces exciting finishes on a course designed to reward aggressive play. The event typically takes place in May, making the weather ideal for spectators. General admission tickets are reasonably priced, and the course layout allows fans to follow their favorite players throughout the round without constantly fighting for position. Plan to arrive early, wear comfortable shoes, and bring sunscreen — it’s Texas in May.
PGA TOUR: Valero Texas Open — San Antonio
The Valero Texas Open at TPC San Antonio is the week before The Masters, which means the field is loaded with players fine-tuning their games for Augusta. That makes it one of the best-value spectator events on the TOUR — world-class players in prime competitive form at a beautifully conditioned facility. The AT&T Oaks Course at TPC San Antonio is one of the best public-access courses in the state when it’s not hosting a tournament, making it doubly worth the trip. Look for pro-am events and practice round tickets, which offer closer access to players at a lower price point.
LPGA Tour Events in Texas
The LPGA Tour maintains a consistent Texas presence, with events historically rotating through the DFW and Houston markets. LPGA events offer an outstanding spectator experience — smaller galleries mean you can get genuinely close to the action, and the level of ball-striking and course management on display is world-class. If you’ve never attended an LPGA event, put one on the calendar in 2026. The access and atmosphere rival or exceed many PGA TOUR events at a fraction of the ticket price. Check the official LPGA schedule at lpga.com for confirmed Texas dates as the 2026 calendar finalizes.
Texas State Amateur Championship
The Texas State Amateur is one of the most prestigious amateur golf events in the country and has served as a launching pad for countless professional careers. Conducted by the Texas Golf Association, the event rotates through top-tier courses across the state and draws elite amateur players from Texas and beyond. Admission is typically free or low-cost for spectators, and the quality of play rivals many professional tours. For serious golfers, watching the State Amateur is an education in how elite amateurs manage courses under pressure. Check txga.org for the 2026 host venue and dates.
Texas Golf Association Tournaments: Events You Can Enter
The Texas Golf Association runs an extensive calendar of tournaments open to amateur golfers at various handicap levels. Events include stroke play championships, match play competitions, senior divisions, and zone qualifiers for national amateur events. If you hold a USGA handicap index and want to test your game in an organized competition, the TGA calendar is where to start. Entry fees are typically modest, courses are excellent, and the competitive experience accelerates improvement faster than casual rounds. Visit txga.org to view the full 2026 schedule and register for events that match your skill level.
Charity Golf Tournaments: The Social Circuit
Charity scrambles and fundraiser tournaments are a staple of the Texas golf social calendar from February through November. Cities like Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio host dozens of charity events each season — most in a four-person scramble format — that combine competitive golf with social networking and community support. These events are ideal for corporate golf outings, group play with friends, and meeting other golfers in your area. Many charity events are held at semi-private courses that don’t typically offer public tee times, making them a chance to play courses you’d otherwise never access. Watch local event boards, your club’s newsletter, and platforms like GolfStatus for charity event listings near you.
Junior Golf Events in Texas
Texas has one of the most active junior golf ecosystems in the country. The Texas Junior Golf Tour, the American Junior Golf Association’s Texas events, and local PGA Section junior programs give young players competitive experience at outstanding facilities throughout the year. If you have a junior golfer in the family, the competition calendar is rich enough to keep them developing and competing year-round without leaving the state. First Tee chapters across major Texas metros also offer developmental programming and introductory competitive events for beginners. Visit the First Tee Texas website and the Texas Junior Golf Tour for complete schedules.
How to Stay Current on Texas Golf Events
The Texas golf event landscape shifts throughout the year as new events are announced and schedules finalize. Texas Golf Network covers tournament news, event previews, and results across all levels of the game — bookmark our Events section and check back regularly for the latest updates. You can also follow the Texas Golf Association at txga.org, the South Texas PGA at stpga.com, and the North Texas PGA at ntpga.com for comprehensive regional event listings. For professional tour events, pgatour.com and lpga.com maintain up-to-date schedules with ticket information and player fields as they become available.
Mark Your Calendar
Whether you’re a spectator looking for a great day at a professional event or a competitive amateur ready to test your game in organized play, Texas has an event for you in 2026. The state’s golf calendar is one of the richest in the country — and Texas Golf Network is your guide to all of it. Check back for previews, results, and coverage all season long.