Sunlit championship golf fairway curving between mature palms under a soft teal sky, calm and professional mood

Tournament Information

How the Championship Works

The Allianz Championship is an Official PGA Champions Tour event played every February at The Old Course at Broken Sound in Boca Raton, Florida, before a nationally and internationally televised audience.

  • 54-Hole Format
  • Every February
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • Benefits Local Charities

Event Profile

At a Glance

Championship details
StatusOfficial PGA Champions Tour event
VenueThe Old Course at Broken Sound, Boca Raton, FL
TimingPlayed annually in February
Format54-hole championship
FieldPGA Tour Champions players, including World Golf Hall of Famers
BroadcastInternationally televised
BeneficiaryLocal charities, including the Boca Raton Regional Hospital

Tournament proceeds benefit local charities. The event has carried the name of the Boca Raton Regional Hospital in some editions, including in 2018.

Structure

Championship Format & Week

54 Holes

Competition is contested over 54 holes, with the professional field playing for the championship title across the tournament's competitive rounds.

Practice & Pro-Ams

The week opens with professional practice rounds and includes amateur pro-am play, such as the Executive Women's Pro-Am.

Television

Championship rounds are televised internationally, with coverage carried on The Golf Channel.

A full day-by-day listing of practice rounds, pro-ams and televised play is published on the tournament schedule page.

History

In South Florida

  • Since 2007

    The tournament has grown into one of South Florida's favourite sporting events on the Champions Tour calendar.

  • 2012 · February 6–12

    The 2012 edition marked its 5th year in Palm Beach County. Tom Pavin won a playoff for his first Champions victory, and Annika Sorenstam hosted a breakfast Q&A and private clinic during the week.

  • 2017 · February 6–12

    The week featured the Christine E. Lynn Women's Health & Wellness Institute Women's Pro-Am and a VIP Pro-Am Draw Party.

  • 2018 · February 5–11

    Played as the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Championship, with a purse of $1.75 million.

World Golf Hall of Famers to have competed in the event include Lee Trevino, Bernhard Langer, Gary Player, Fuzzy Zoeller, Curtis Strange, Ben Crenshaw and Mark O'Meara.

The Boca Raton Regional Hospital Championship brings together an elite field of PGA Tour Champions players each February at The Old Course at Broken Sound. This official tour event features a 54-hole format spread across three days of competitive golf, drawing both national and international television coverage. Fans travel from across the country to witness legends of the game compete on a beautifully maintained course in South Florida. The championship has become a highlight of the winter golf calendar, offering spectators the chance to see World Golf Hall of Famers and tour veterans battle for the title in a setting that combines challenging play with the area's natural beauty.

Beyond the competition on the fairways, the tournament serves a greater purpose by raising money for local charities throughout the Boca Raton region. The event's charitable initiatives have made a meaningful impact on the community, with proceeds benefiting a variety of worthy causes and organizations. This commitment to giving back has become a cornerstone of the championship's identity, as players, sponsors, and volunteers unite around a shared mission of supporting those in need. The tournament's charitable focus adds depth to the spectator experience, turning each round played and every ticket purchased into an opportunity to make a difference.

Volunteers play an essential role in bringing this championship to life each year. Hundreds of dedicated individuals contribute their time and energy across numerous committees, handling everything from course operations and player services to spectator information and hospitality. The volunteer program offers a behind-the-scenes look at professional tournament operations while fostering a strong sense of community among participants. Those interested in becoming part of this energetic team can explore the various opportunities available, with roles suited to different skills and interests. The volunteer experience provides lasting memories and a unique connection to the event.

Corporate sponsorship and hospitality opportunities allow businesses to engage with the championship in meaningful ways. Partnering with the tournament offers companies visibility among a passionate golf audience while supporting a premier sporting event that benefits the local community. The hospitality options provide an exceptional setting for entertaining clients, rewarding employees, or building relationships in a relaxed atmosphere overlooking the course. Sponsors become part of the tournament's legacy, helping to sustain its growth and charitable impact year after year. The championship welcomes conversations with potential partners interested in learning more about available packages and the benefits of participation.

Good to Know

Planning Your Visit

Where to Play-Around

All competitive rounds are held at The Old Course at Broken Sound in Boca Raton, Florida.

Charitable Purpose

Proceeds support local charities, including the Boca Raton Regional Hospital, alongside community initiatives.

Get Involved

Volunteer roles and corporate partner opportunities run alongside the championship week each February.

Dates, purses and named partners shown above refer to the specific editions cited.