The 2026 Crown Australian Open returns to the Melbourne, this year hosted at the world-renowned Kingston Heath Golf Club. Rory McIlroy has confirmed his participation, headlining a stellar field that will once again feature a host of Australia’s and the world’s best players. After last year’s record-breaking crowds at The Royal Melbourne Golf Club, the 2026 event is set to deliver another unforgettable chapter in Australian golf. The 72-hole tournament will be co-sanctioned by the Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia and the DP World Tour. Tournament Week runs from Tuesday 1 December to Sunday 6 December, starting with Practice Day on Tuesday and the popular Pro-Am Day on Wednesday 2 December. The official tournament gets underway on Thursday 3 December, running through to Sunday 6 December. Enjoy six days of great golf, featuring world-class players and entertainment, both on and off the course.