Golf tournaments in Scotland in 2025

Between June and October, thousands of golf fans from around the globe descend on Scotland's championship courses. Watch the best in the game take on the challenges of the country's finest courses from the Renaissance Club to The Old Course. Why not come and see world-class golf for yourself?

The following list was created by VisitScotland to showcase a range of experiences. It isn’t ranked in any specific order.

  1. Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

    St Andrews, Kingsbarns and Carnoustie

    The Old Course in St Andrews

    When: 2 – 5 October 2025 

    Golfing stars and celebrities join forces at this hotly anticipated European Tour event. The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship is a team format event which will be played over three fabulous courses – Carnoustie Golf Links, Kingsbarns Golf Links and St Andrews Old Course. 

    Planning a trip to Tay Country? Try these places:

    Play: Monifieth Golf Course

    Stay: Carnoustie Golf Hotel

    Eat: The Rookery

    Experience: V&A Dundee

  2. The Genesis Scottish Open

    The Renaissance Club, East Lothian

    The Genesis Scottish Open in East Lothian

    © European Tour Group

    When: 8 – 12 July 2026

    Following a successful few years partnering with South Korean car company Genesis, the Genesis Scottish Open will once again be played at the picturesque Renaissance Club in East Lothian, Scotland’s Golf Coast.  As one of five tournaments in the Rolex Series, and a DP World and PGA Tour co-sanctioned tournament, this will be the final opportunity for male golfers to qualify for The Open Championship the following week, as well as a secure place in The Masters.

    Planning a trip to East Lothian? Try these places:

    Play: Dunbar Golf Course

    Stay: The Leddie

    Eat: The Rocketeer

    Experience: Scottish Seabird Centre

  3. ISPS Handa Senior Open

    King’s Course, Gleneagles Hotel, Perthshire

    Gleneagles Hotel, Perthshire

    When: 23 – 26 July 2026

    The 39th edition of The Senior Open will be staged at Gleneagles in July 2026. One of the most iconic golf destinations in the world, Gleneagles has a rich legacy of hosting top-tier tournaments across its three Championship courses. From the Ryder Cup in 2014 to the thrilling Solheim Cup in 2019, and more than two dozen DP World Tour events since 1974, Gleneagles continues to set the standard for excellence in golf.

     

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