California’s 2025 golf calendar is brimming with a diverse array of tournaments, catering to professionals, amateurs, and juniors alike. Whether you’re a PGA Tour enthusiast, an LPGA follower, interested in LIV Golf events, or an aspiring amateur, the Golden State offers something for everyone. Here’s an overview of the most anticipated tournaments gracing California’s courses this year.
📅 January 16–19, 2025
📍 PGA West Stadium Course, La Quinta
💰 Purse: $8.8 million
This early-season event features a pro-am format, with professionals and amateurs competing across multiple courses, culminating at the challenging PGA West Stadium Course.
📅 January 22–25, 2025
📍 Torrey Pines Golf Course, San Diego
💰 Purse: $9.3 million
Traditionally concluding on a Sunday, this year’s tournament has been adjusted to finish on Saturday to avoid conflict with the NFL playoffs. Players will tackle the iconic South and North Courses at Torrey Pines.
📅 January 30 – February 2, 2025
📍 Pebble Beach Golf Links, Pebble Beach
💰 Purse: $20 million
A signature event on the PGA Tour, this tournament pairs professionals with celebrities and amateurs, offering a unique blend of competitive golf and entertainment. The event is played across Pebble Beach Golf Links and Spyglass Hill Golf Course.
📅 February 13–16, 2025
📍 Torrey Pines Golf Course, San Diego
💰 Purse: $20 million
Originally scheduled at Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, the tournament has been relocated to Torrey Pines due to recent wildfires. Hosted by Tiger Woods, this event attracts a stellar field competing for a substantial purse.
📅 September 11–14, 2025
📍 Location: California (Exact course TBA)
💰 Purse: $6 million
This new PGA Tour event is part of the FedEx Cup Fall Series, where players compete for FedEx Cup points and Tour status for the next season.
📅 April 17–20, 2025
📍 El Caballero Country Club, Los Angeles
💰 Purse: $3.75 million
This tournament brings together top female golfers competing at the esteemed El Caballero Country Club in Los Angeles.
As of now, the 2025 LIV Golf schedule does not include any tournaments in California. The season comprises 14 events, with six in the United States, but none are slated for the Golden State.
📅 March 21–23, 2025
📍 Newport Beach Country Club, Newport Beach
💰 Purse: $2 million
A favorite among the senior circuit, the Hoag Classic features legends of the game competing in the heart of Orange County.
📅 March 28–30, 2025
📍 Mission Hills Country Club, Rancho Mirage
💰 Purse: $2.2 million
Returning for its second year, The Galleri Classic offers fans the chance to see senior PGA Tour professionals in action in the Coachella Valley.
📅 January 27–29, 2025
📍 Sherwood Country Club, Thousand Oaks
This prestigious collegiate event showcases top university teams competing in a 54-hole stroke play format.
📅 March 3–4, 2025
📍 Wood Ranch Golf Club, Simi Valley
Organized by the Southern California Golf Association, this championship features senior amateur golfers competing in a foursomes format.
📅 November 10–12, 2025
📍 Poppy Hills Golf Course, Pebble Beach
This championship gathers the state’s top senior amateurs to compete over 54 holes in one of California’s premier golf destinations.
From prestigious PGA Tour events to esteemed amateur tournaments, California’s 2025 golf calendar is brimming with excitement. Whether you’re keen to witness the pros in action or participate in competitive amateur play, the Golden State’s courses are the place to be.
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