Disc Golf World Championships Set to Shine on New Hosts

The stage is set for a thrilling experience as the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) opens its bid process for hosting some of the world's most premier disc golf events, the PDGA Majors. The association invites interested parties to submit proposals from June 3 through October 1, 2024, for the prestigious championships in 2026 and 2027.

This significant opportunity allows local communities worldwide to showcase their expertise, passion for disc golf, and scenic locations on a global stage. Hosts can bid for one or both events, with the PDGA accepting bids for the 2026 and 2027 championships simultaneously. If there are no viable bids for 2027, all submitted proposals will be considered for 2026, and new bid documents for 2027 will be released in 2025.

The PDGA Majors include six elite events: the United States Women's Disc Golf Championship, the Tim Selinske U.S. Masters Championship, the Amateur Disc Golf World Championships, the Masters Disc Golf World Championships, the Junior World Championships, and the Professional Disc Golf World Championships.

When selecting hosts, the PDGA prioritizes fairness and transparency, aiming to provide a balanced and viable opportunity for its hosts. To avoid geographic conflicts, if the PDGA doesn't receive suitable bids for both the Masters Worlds and U.S. Masters during a particular bid cycle, or if the only viable bids are from regions close to each other, the PDGA will prioritize Masters Worlds over U.S. Masters.

To clarify the awarding of national titles in female divisions, the PDGA awards these titles exclusively at the United States Women's Disc Golf Championships, which takes precedence over the winners of those divisions at the United States Masters. This means that only the champions of the women's-only (Pro and Amateur) divisions at the U.S. Masters will not be considered national championship title holders.

"We are excited to accept bids for 2026 and 2027," said PDGA Director of Competition Rebecca Duffy. "The change will allow our Operations and Logistics team to evaluate the location and organizing committee more thoroughly. We're eager to see the various proposals and locations."

To host a PDGA Major event, applicants must be an experienced disc golf club, non-profit or for-profit business, individual working with a community sports commission, visitor's bureau, or facilities owner. U.S. National Championships must take place within the United States.

All bids are reviewed by PDGA staff and the Board of Directors, and hosts are selected based on factors such as experience running large events, suitability of facilities, proximity to courses, and other requirements.

Interested parties can view and download the 2026-27 PDGA Majors Bid Packages from the documents section at the bottom of the PDGA Major Events page. By awarding the bid in January 2025, hosts will have ample time to ensure a high-quality experience for competitors, supporters, and spectators alike.

The PDGA extends its gratitude to dedicated volunteers, tournament directors, event sponsors, city hosts, and everyone involved in making these events possible. Their contributions are invaluable, and we look forward to the future of these great PDGA Major championships.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/seeking-hosts-2026-2027-pdga-majors