LPGA Tour season opener brings together golf, live music series and exclusive hospitality experiences in Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. (Dec. 15, 2025) — Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV), the premier vacation ownership and experiences company, announces an all-star celebrity and entertainment lineup for the 2026 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions. Olympic gold medalist Brandi Chastain, NBA All-Star Blake Griffin, World Series champion Albert Pujols and 2025 reigning champion NHL All-Star Joe Pavelski are some of the celebrities set to be paired with top LPGA players for four days of unforgettable competition and celebration.
The HGV Tournament of Champions kicks off the 2026 LPGA Tour season and remains one of the most-watched and most-anticipated events in professional golf. Beyond the world-class competition at Lake Nona Golf & Country Club, HGV will host an exclusive three-night concert series featuring performances by Kelly Clarkson, The Beach Boys and Ella Langley.
“We’re proud to continue our partnership with the LPGA and host an event that celebrates the pinnacle in women’s golf,” said Mark Wang, CEO of Hilton Grand Vacations. “The HGV Tournament of Champions is more than a competition — it’s a signature experience that reflects our commitment to delivering world-class hospitality and unforgettable moments for our members and guests.”
The HGV Tournament of Champions serves as a flagship event under the HGV Ultimate Access program, the company’s exclusive experience platform. With thousands of distinct offerings each year, HGV Ultimate Access reflects the company’s commitment to creating elevated, high-value experiences that connect members and guests through sport, travel, live entertainment and more.
The 2026 celebrity field will feature a mix of returning fan favorites and exciting newcomers, including:
- “The Bachelor” TV personality Wells Adams
- Pro Football Hall of Famer Marcus Allen
- NBA champion Ray Allen
- Actor and producer Robbie Amell
- Actor and comedian Brian Baumgartner
- FIFA Women’s World Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist Brandi Chastain
- Award-winning actor Don Cheadle
- World Series champion Roger Clemens
- Super Bowl champion Victor Cruz
- NBC News meteorologist Dylan Dreyer
- Olympic tennis medalist Mardy Fish (past champion)
- Super Bowl champion Dwight Freeney
- “The Bachelor” TV personality Joey Graziadei
- NBA All-Star Blake Griffin
- Podcaster and content creator Hally Leadbetter
- World Series champion Jon Lester
- World Series champion Derek Lowe (past champion)
- MLB All-Star Jeff McNeil (past champion)
- Sportscaster and former NCAA national champion head coach Urban Meyer
- World Series champion Kevin Millar
- Former NBA player Chandler Parsons
- NHL All-Star Joe Pavelski (defending champion)
- Award-winning actor Michael Peña
- World Series champion Albert Pujols
- NHL All-Star Tuukka Rask
- Actor and television host Alfonso Ribeiro
- Actor Timothy Simons
- Pro Football Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith
- NBA champion JR Smith
- World Series champion John Smoltz (past champion)
- World Golf Hall of Famer Annika Sörenstam
- AMA Motocross champion James “Bubba” Stewart
- Major League Soccer All-Star Taylor Twellman
- Pro Football Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher
- Actor and singer Jack Wagner
- Actor and comedian Larry the Cable Guy
The 2026 HGV Tournament of Champions will take place Jan. 29 to Feb. 1, 2026, at the Lake Nona Golf & Country Club in Orlando, Florida, with national coverage on NBC, Golf Channel and Peacock. LPGA Tour champions from the past two seasons will compete for $2.1 million in official prize money, while celebrity participants will play for a separate $500,000 purse in a modified Stableford format.
To learn more and inquire about sponsorship opportunities that provide exclusive access to the tournament and concert series, visit www.HGVLPGA.com.
About Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV) is recognized as a leading global timeshare company and is the exclusive vacation ownership partner of Hilton. With headquarters in Orlando, Florida, Hilton Grand Vacations develops, markets, and operates a system of brand-name, high-quality vacation ownership resorts in select vacation destinations. Hilton Grand Vacations has a reputation for delivering a consistently exceptional standard of service, and unforgettable vacation experiences for guests and more than 720,000 Club Members. Membership with the Company provides best-in-class programs, exclusive services and maximum flexibility for our Members around the world.
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