Portugal Invitational 2026: A New Era of Championship Golf Comes to Vilamoura, 31 July to 2 August

Get ready for a game-changer in Portugal’s golf scene. From 31 July to 2 August 2026, the Algarve’s sophisticated resort town of Vilamoura will host the Portugal Invitational, a brand-new professional tournament on the PGA TOUR Champions calendar. More than just a sporting event, this marks a major milestone for Portugal—and particularly for Vilamoura—as a world-class destination for championship golf, international tourism, and high-end lifestyle experiences.

Who is playing?

The Portugal Invitational will feature a field of 78 players, including icons from the PGA TOUR Champions, the World Golf Hall of Fame, and the Legends Tour. Already committed to play are Ernie Els and Colin Montgomerie as well as former Ryder Cup captain Darren Clarke and 17-time PGA TOUR Champions winner Miguel Ángel Jiménez. The first confirmed Americans include Open Championship winner Justin Leonard and current Charles Schwab Cup champion Stewart Cink.

With a $3 million prize purse and global TV coverage via GOLF Channel and 22 international media partners, this is not just a regional highlight—it’s a global golf event.

Where is the tournament held?

What sets this tournament apart? For starters, it will be played at the newly transformed Els Club Vilamoura, an elite golf destination designed by World Golf Hall of Fame member and tournament player Ernie Els. Golf fans will recognize the site as the former Dom Pedro Victoria, once home to the Portugal Masters. But the new Els Club is no mere facelift—it’s a full-scale redesign, reimagined to meet the highest standards of professional play. With signature holes, pristine practice facilities, and thoughtful landscaping that captures the Algarve’s natural beauty, the course is poised to become one of the top golf venues in Europe.

“Whenever my team and I design a golf course, we always keep in mind its potential to host professional tournaments,” said Els. “We are very proud of this course; it is incredible… a truly balanced test of golf.”

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Where can I get tickets?

Tickets are now available, with exclusive prices until June 1st. General admission tickets for the tournament (Friday, 31 July to Sunday, 2 August) start at €20, with children up to 16 years old entering free when accompanied by an adult with a ticket. A three-day pass (Friday to Sunday) is also available starting at €50. Purchase Portugal Invitational Tickets online here.