- The 51st Walker Cup Match takes place on 5-6 September 2026 at Lahinch Golf Club.
- Over 16,000 spectators are expected across the weekend with tickets sold out.
- The Opening Ceremony occurs on Friday, 4 September and is free to the public.
- Live global broadcast coverage includes the Golf Channel.
- Local traffic delays are expected and authorities advise against travel without tickets.
The 51st Walker Cup Match is taking place this weekend at the historic Lahinch Golf Club in County Clare, Ireland, with the main competition officially scheduled for Saturday, 5 September and Sunday, 6 September 2026. The festivities commence with a public Opening Ceremony on Friday, 4 September 2026. This marks the first time Lahinch Golf Club has hosted this prestigious amateur golf event, with matches being played on the world-renowned Old Course.
The match play format features four morning foursomes (alternate-shot) matches followed by eight afternoon singles matches on Saturday, 5 September. Sunday, 6 September comprises four morning foursomes matches and ten afternoon singles matches, concluding with the Closing Ceremony. Practice rounds take place on Friday, 4 September, followed by the formal Opening Ceremony in the evening, which remains free and open to the public. The event has sold out entirely, with over 16,000 spectators expected across the weekend.
Organisers from The R&A and local authorities are strictly advising fans without tickets not to travel to the venue, as no tickets will be sold at the gate. Extensive live weekend coverage is broadcasting globally, including on the Golf Channel. Local authorities have issued traffic notices advising travellers through the area or visiting nearby attractions like the Cliffs of Moher Experience to expect major delays and allow significant extra travel time.
