Little Rock Will Host Simmons Bank Championship in October
The PGA Tour Champions playoff event returns to Pleasant Valley Country Club from October 30 to November 1.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Golf
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Pleasant Valley Country Club will host the third annual Simmons Bank Championship this fall. The tournament runs from October 30 through November 1, featuring a field of 54 golfers competing for a $2.3 million purse.
Why it matters
As the second of three PGA Tour Champions playoff events, this tournament determines which players advance to the season-ending Charles Schwab Cup Championship. Organizers adjusted the event dates by one week to potentially secure more favorable weather conditions.
The tournament offers a total purse of $2.3 million and features a no-cut format played over 54 holes. Last year, Steven Alker set an opening round record with a score of 61, finishing 11-under.
The players
Steven Alker
He is a professional golfer who won the 2025 Simmons Bank Championship and holds the tournament opening round record.
Stewart Cink
He is a veteran professional golfer and former Open Championship winner who has committed to compete in the field.
Zach Johnson
He is a two-time major champion and former Ryder Cup captain who is confirmed for the Little Rock tournament.
The details
The tournament brings together the top 54 money-winners from the Charles Schwab Cup for a high-stakes playoff competition in Little Rock. Off-course festivities include a Caddie Shootout, a Women's Leadership Summit, and a tailgating party scheduled for October 31.
Timeline
October 23-25: Stifel Charity Classic playoff event occurs.
October 30-November 1: Simmons Bank Championship tournament dates.
October 31: College gameday-type tailgate party.
November 12-15: Charles Schwab Cup Championship occurs.
Season Trajectory
This event serves as the critical middle leg of the three-tournament PGA Tour Champions playoff series. The outcome directly dictates the top 36 players who qualify for the season finale in Phoenix.
The top 36 finishers at this event will earn a spot in the Charles Schwab Cup Championship held in November. Fans can anticipate that the 54-hole no-cut format will keep all players in the field throughout the three days of competition.
The takeaway
The Simmons Bank Championship continues to grow its profile as a premier stop on the PGA Tour Champions circuit. Spectators and golf enthusiasts in the region can look forward to a unique combination of high-level professional competition and community-focused festivities.
Further reading
For more information on upcoming regional events, visit the Golf section.
More information
View the complete schedule and ticket information on the Simmons Bank Championship tournament info.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette.
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