Festival of Golf set for Gold Coast return
The Gold Coast is to again host the Festival of Golf at Sanctuary Cove.
The 2026 Festival of Golf, which combines the Australian WPGA Championship, with entertainment, pop-up bars and restaurants, and a lifestyle expo, is set to run from Thursday, March 19 until Sunday, March 22.
The 2026 Australian WPGA Championship will feature $600,000 in prize money and is expected to attract leading Australian and international professionals their bid to win the Karrie Webb Cup.
Sanctuary Cover developer Mulpha is hosting the event with the support of Experience Gold Coast, Tourism & Events Queensland, the WPGA Tour of Australasia, and Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club.
“What makes the Festival of Golf unique is that you’re going to find innovations, products and experiences you won’t find elsewhere,” says Corey Rattray-Wood, Head of Events, Mulpha.
“If you’re an avid golf lover, the Festival of Golf is an absolute must visit. If you’re a casual golf fan, and interested in getting into golf and learning more, Festival of Golf provides a friendly, approachable environment for you to explore the sport.
“Or, come have a day out at the Festival, and enjoy the food and wine precinct, with 20 plus vendors, from craft breweries, distilleries, wineries and food trucks, set on beautiful Sanctuary Cove.”




