Start the 2026 season at one of Florida’s premier tournament venues. The Emerald Bay Opening Event delivers a professional competitive atmosphere, meaningful prize money, and a championship test along the Emerald Coast.

This 54-hole stroke-play tournament features an estimated $10,000 purse, with a projected $5,000 winner’s check, making it a strong early-season opportunity for professionals.

Event Details

• Format: 54 holes of stroke play

• Estimated purse: $10,000

• Winner’s share: $5,000 (estimated)

• Payout: Top 33 percent of professionals

• Cut: None; all players compete all three rounds

• Tee times: 11:00 AM daily

 

The Course

Designed by Bob Cupp, former senior designer for Jack Nicklaus, Emerald Bay Golf Club is one of the Emerald Coast’s most respected tournament courses. Located along Choctawhatchee Bay and just minutes from the beach, the layout rewards precision, course management, and confident putting.

With water-lined fairways, true greens, and coastal breezes in play, Emerald Bay has earned recognition from Golf Digest and national golf publications for its design quality, conditioning, and tournament pedigree.

Player Amenities

• Discounted practice rounds through the pro shop ($35+ tax) 

• Practice facilities available before and after each round

• Tournament-ready course conditions

Lodging

The Emerald Bay Guesthouse, located steps from the practice facility and first tee, offers convenient on-site accommodations.

• Discounted lodging available exclusively to Heritage Tour members

• Non-members may book at standard rates, subject to availability

Why Play Emerald Bay

• Top 33 percent payout

• No cut; guaranteed 54 holes

• Competitive early-season purse

• Championship coastal venue

• Practice access before and after rounds

• Heritage Tour member lodging benefits

Three rounds. No cut. Real money. Championship golf.