PGA Championship officials confirmed on May 13 that the tournament will continue to be held in the United States with no current plans to move it outside the country or change its May schedule [1, 2, 3]. Terry Clark, CEO of the PGA of America, said, "I don’t see that being a real focus as far as right now. It’s not something I really looked at and discussed." He added, "I really think we’ve got a strong position in May" and said they have found a way to strengthen the tournament's identity by leaning into the May timing [1].
The PGA Championship takes place five weeks after the Masters, creating a sequence of one major golf tournament each month from April through July [1, 2, 3]. Officials rejected suggestions to move the PGA back to August, a date that previously caused problems with thunderstorms and excessive heat [1, 2, 3]. Kerry Haigh, chief championships officer, commented on the May date, stating, "It’s certainly a lot more temperate, a lot more enjoyable for spectators and the experience for everyone involved. May is a great date" [1]. Sponsors and telecasters have also expressed satisfaction with keeping the tournament in May due to better weather conditions and viewer experience [1, 2, 3].
Alongside scheduling and location decisions, the PGA Championship introduced a new player code of conduct modeled on the Masters tournament. The code is designed to ensure professional behavior and includes warnings and penalties for infractions [1, 2, 3].
With the tournament's timing finalized, organizers aim to continue providing a consistently well-run event that avoids the disruptions previously seen in August. The PGA Championship will maintain its position as a key event in the spring and early summer golf calendar.
The next PGA Championship is scheduled for May 2027, following the established May timeframe and continuing to be hosted within the United States [1, 2, 3].