Festival of Golf 2026

The 2026 Festival of Golf returns this March, bringing four days of fun, entertainment and world-class golf to Sanctuary Cove.

Running 19-22 March, the Festival is packed with things to see and do: interactive experiences, live music, pop-up bars, great food, kids zones, lifestyle displays and shopping.

At the heart of the Festival is the 2026 Australian WPGA Championship, where leading Australian and international women golfers will compete for the Karrie Webb Cup and $600,000 in prize money. Come and watch the action up close while enjoying the festival atmosphere all around the course.

Golf Discovery Hub
This one-stop exhibition at the Festival of Golf brings together leading golf and lifestyle brands, retailers, and operators all showcasing the very best in golf and innovation.
Offering unbeatable deals on golf gear, equipment and travel, plus golf simulators and interactive golf challenges.

Wine & Dine Precinct
The Wine & Dine Precinct offers a variety of refreshing drinks, casual bites, and a welcoming setting – an ideal place to kick back, mingle, and enjoy the festival’s unique flavours. Whether you’re looking to try something new or just relax with a drink – it has something for everyone.

Kids Zone
Festival of Golf is a family friendly event, with plenty of fun activities on offer for kids. Get creative with hands-on workshops where little ones can design and take home their own keepsakes – from decorating a laser-cut golf buddy to designing a custom golf ball, choosing from a range of vibrant colours.
Swing into fun in our active, play-based area that encourages movement, friendly competition and social interaction, featuring golf pitching boards, Connect 4, cornhole, and Xs and Os games.

Players Party
Kick off the Festival of Golf in ultimate style at the exclusive Players Party, set at the stunning Lagoon Beach at Sanctuary Cove.
With a menu curated by Chef Darren Robertson of Three Blue Ducks, with the support of the InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, this limited-access, ticketed event is set to be one of the festival’s marquee moments. Magdalena Roze will host the evening as MC.

Enjoy live entertainment, premium drinks, and a gourmet menu curated by Chef Darren Robertson, while you capture the moment and rub shoulders with the stars of the 2026 Australian WPGA Championship. Tickets from $150

Whether you’re a golf fan or just looking for an incredible day out, swing by for the golf, stay for the fun, food, and sunshine!