LIV Golf Expands Global Reach, Coming to South Africa in 2026

LIV Golf is set to mark a historic moment in 2026 with the most internationally focused calendar in its history. For the first time, the breakaway golf tour will arrive on South African soil.

Insiders privy to the tentative schedule have confirmed that the 2026 season will open with six back-to-back international tournaments. This showcases LIV Golf’s bold global ambitions. One of those key events will take place in the country from 20–22 March. This is a long-awaited homecoming for South Africa’s LIV stars and a major boost for the local sporting landscape.

South Africa Joins the Tour

The inclusion of a South African leg is being hailed as a landmark moment for golf in the country. Members of the Stinger GC, including Louis Oosthuizen, Charl Schwartzel, Branden Grace, and Dean Burmester, have long championed the idea of a local tournament. The dream will be realised as the tour makes its debut on home soil.

While the exact venue remains unconfirmed, sources insist the location was secured. Only slight adjustments to the event dates are expected. The move underscores LIV Golf’s strategy of expanding into emerging and passionate golf markets. It provides a major showcase for the country’s golf courses and talent.

LIV Golf 2026 Schedule (Reported)

The following dates and venues are part of LIV Golf’s reported provisional calendar for the 2026 season:

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 5–7 February
Adelaide, Australia – 12–14 February
Hong Kong – 6–8 March
Singapore – 13–15 March
South Africa – 20–22 March (first-ever LIV event in South Africa)
Mexico City – 17–19 April
Washington D.C./Virginia – 15–17 May
South Korea – 29–31 May
Spain – 5–7 June
New Orleans, USA – 26–28 June
United Kingdom – 24–26 July
Chicago, USA – 7–9 August
Indianapolis, USA – 21–23 August
Michigan, USA – 28–30 August

This dynamic schedule spans five continents and reflects LIV Golf’s continued evolution into a truly international sporting product.

Global First, USA Later

Notably, the United States does not feature until the seventh tournament on the calendar. This is a sharp contrast to previous seasons. The delayed start stateside seems to be a strategic decision. It avoids overlapping with key PGA Tour fixtures, including the PGA Championship.

The omission of popular American stops like Miami and Dallas is also telling. It reflects a broader strategy to introduce the tour to new audiences and territories, prioritising expansion over tradition.

Missing: Japan, But Asia Still Represented

Japan was left off the 2026 schedule despite previous rumours. Instead, Asia will still feature prominently, with tournaments scheduled in Hong Kong, Singapore, and South Korea. These events are likely to build on the momentum of LIV’s growing fanbase across the region.

A New Chapter for South African Golf

The addition of a South African event presents a rare opportunity for local fans to witness top-tier international competition live. It’s also a victory for homegrown players, who now have the chance to compete in front of a passionate crowd on familiar terrain.

The tournament will inject much-needed economic activity into the host city. It will shine a spotlight on South Africa’s golf tourism potential.

A Global Golf Revolution in Full Swing

LIV Golf’s upcoming season will span from February to August 2026. It promises more diversity, fresh venues, and a wider reach than ever before. With the introduction of South Africa as a tour destination, the country now becomes a key player in LIV Golf’s mission to reshape the global golfing landscape.

Golf fans across the nation can look forward to world-class action, homegrown stars, and the global spotlight — all coming in March 2026.