The island’s golf calendar is set to be highlighted by the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship, a flagship event on the PGA Tour’s European Swing. Scheduled for June 12‑15 at the historic Long Bay Golf Club, the tournament will feature a purse of $7.2 million and a field of 78 of the world’s top professional golfers. Local officials say the event will bring a boost to the hospitality sector, with hotels, restaurants and transport services already reporting a surge in bookings.

Long Bay’s 18‑hole layout, known for its sweeping views of the North Sound, has hosted the championship twice before, in 2012 and 2014. The 2026 edition will see an expanded field of 12‑hole play on the final day to accommodate the increased number of participants. The tournament also includes a pro‑am event on Saturday, offering a chance for aspiring Bermudian golfers to compete alongside the pros.

Bermuda’s tourism board has highlighted the championship as a driver for “experience‑based tourism,” citing the potential for international media coverage and the influx of fans. In partnership with local sponsors, the event will feature a community outreach program aimed at encouraging youth participation in golf. The Bermuda Observer will be on hand to provide live coverage and in‑depth analysis of the tournament’s impact on the island’s economy and sporting culture.