Black Desert Championship 2025 – LPGA Returns to Utah

The LPGA Tour returns to Utah for the Black Desert Championship 2025. See what to expect at this landmark women’s golf event.

A Historic Return for Women’s Golf

The Black Desert Championship 2025 brings the LPGA Tour back to Utah for the first time since 1964. From April 28 to May 4, the world’s top women golfers will compete on a stunning Tom Weiskopf-designed course at Black Desert Resort in Ivins, Utah.

This new stop on the LPGA calendar highlights the Tour’s commitment to growing women’s golf in unique destinations — and does so with an emphasis on sustainability and a standout player experience.

Event Snapshot

Practice Rounds: Monday to Wednesday (April 28–30, closed to the public, media only).

Competition Rounds: Thursday to Sunday (May 1–4).

Venue: Black Desert Resort, located in Ivins, near St. George in southern Utah.

Purse: $3 million total purse with a winner’s share of $450,000 — placing this among the Tour’s higher-end events.

Field: 144 top LPGA professionals competing for CME Globe points and prize money.

Why the Black Desert Championship Matters

This championship is about more than golf. It marks a 60-year return of the LPGA Tour to Utah, a major milestone for women’s sports in the state. The event highlights sustainable course management, using organic fertilizers, waterwise grasses, and eco-friendly practices. The setting — desert landscapes with red rock backdrops — offers a fresh stage for elite women’s golf.

Ticket Options for Fans

The event’s ticket program will make it easy for everyone from families to corporate groups to enjoy.

Grounds Pass

General admission to the tournament grounds. Access to fan zones, local food vendors, and sponsor activations. Free youth entry with a ticketed adult and convenient shuttle parking.

Greater Zion Club

Shared deck area with premium food and drinks. Executive restrooms and enhanced access close to key holes.

Greater Zion Club Cabanas

Private cabana setup for larger groups. All-inclusive food and beverage, private seating, and a premium view of the action.

O.C. Tanner Skyboxes

Semi-private skybox with premium catering and drinks. Company signage for branding and multiple passes for client hosting.

Reef Official Pro-Am & Inside the Ropes VIP

Play in the Pro-Am alongside LPGA stars, with player parties, gifting, and valet. Walk inside the ropes with select groups, enjoy VIP lounge access and up-close moments with the players.

Sustainable by Design

The Black Desert Resort course is a standout in desert golf sustainability. Advanced turfgrass cultivars help reduce water use. Organic inputs and soil testing keep playing surfaces healthy. This is a model for balancing world-class play with smart environmental stewardship.

A New Favorite on the LPGA Calendar

With top-tier competition, community support through Greater Zion, and a strong focus on sustainability, the Black Desert Championship 2025 is shaping up to be a fan favorite and a milestone for women’s golf.

Want the best view? Follow updates on tickets and hospitality packages through the Black Desert Championship and LPGA official sites. Secure your spot to watch history unfold in the Utah desert.