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Hospitality suites for the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club are already selling out, even though the event is still 19 months away.
The PGA started offering suite options to Aronimink members' businesses in May and opened sales to the public about a month ago. Prices for the suites range from $180,000 for a 30-person suite to $495,000 for a 100-person suite. For smaller groups, a reserved table in the Club PGA area costs $55,000.
About 70% of the premium and luxury seating options are already sold, with even more interest in the 30- and 50-person suites, said Justin Belanger, the corporate hospitality sales manager for the 2026 event.
“The response has been better than we expected,” said Ryan Ogle, the championship director for the 2026 PGA Championship. Ogle, who also led the 2024 PGA Championship, said sales for the 2026 event are already surpassing those of 2024, which set a corporate sales record.
Companies like Brandywine Realty Trust and NewSpring Capital have already secured hospitality spaces. Brandywine, a real estate firm based in Philadelphia, bought a 100-person tent to host customers, partners, and employees. NewSpring, a private equity firm, rented a 50-person suite to connect with employees, partners, and clients.
The 2026 PGA Championship will be held from May 11-17, with the tournament beginning on May 14 after three days of practice rounds. Organizers expect around 200,000 attendees, with 60% traveling from outside the region. The PGA estimates the event will bring in $150 million in economic impact and over $10 million in taxes for Pennsylvania.
The 2026 championship will coincide with several other major events in Philadelphia to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's founding, including FIFA World Cup matches and the MLB All-Star Game.
In the meantime, the PGA is working on plans for parking, transportation, broadcasting space, and a giant merchandise tent that’s the size of a football field. They're also collaborating with the Aronimink team on possible course upgrades, like making fairways narrower and adjusting green speeds to challenge the best players.
Tickets for the general public and details on volunteering will be available next spring. The PGA is looking for 3,200 volunteers to help with tasks like course marshaling, player services, and working in the PGA shops.
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