The 2027 Ryder Cup is just 12 months away, with Adare Manor hosting the return of the showpiece event to Ireland, but this is just one highlight of a year to come that is shining the spotlight on this incredible golfing island.
Tourism Ireland is marking the 12-month countdown by placing a renewed focus on Ireland as one of the world’s leading golf destinations.
Following the success of The Open Championship at Royal Portrush in 2025, the spotlight remains firmly on the island of Ireland as it hosts a remarkable run of top golf events over the coming year - building excitement and momentum towards the Ryder Cup.
After the KPMG Women's Irish Open was played from August 27-30 on the Palmer South Course at The K Club in County Kildare, showcasing many of the world's leading players, attention turns to County Clare where the 51st Walker Cup will be staged at the iconic Lahinch Golf Club from September 5-6 - the first time the historic amateur team competition has been hosted at Lahinch.
Just days later, the Amgen Irish Open will take place from September 10-13 at Trump International Golf Links Doonbeg, bringing many of world’s biggest stars to Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way.
Together, the three events will provide an exceptional showcase for Irish golf and serve as the perfect springboard into Ryder Cup year.
Alice Mansergh, Tourism Ireland chief executive, said: "The Ryder Cup is a unique opportunity to inspire golfers from around the globe to experience everything that makes Ireland such a special place to play golf.
"Golf remains a strategic priority for Tourism Ireland. It is the world's largest sports-related travel market and, together with our partners Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Northern Ireland, we are committed to showcasing the island of Ireland as a destination where visitors enjoy far more than outstanding golf.
"From our world-famous links and exceptional parkland courses to spectacular scenery, luxury accommodation, vibrant pubs, outstanding food and the warmth of our people, Ireland offers an unforgettable golfing experience. We look forward to welcoming visitors not only to Adare Manor for Ryder Cup 2027, but to every corner of the island, where the true spirit of Irish golf is found both on the course and in the 19th hole."
Ireland's connection with the Ryder Cup is woven into the history of the competition. From Christy O'Connor Jr.'s unforgettable two-iron at The Belfry to Paul McGinley's winning putt in 2002 and his inspirational captaincy at Gleneagles in 2014, Ireland has produced some of the competition's defining moments. Today, a new generation of Irish stars including Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry and Leona Maguire, continue to cement Ireland's position at the forefront of world golf.
Whether playing legendary championship links such as Portmarnock, Royal County Down and Royal Portrush - hidden-gem favourites like Ardglass, Carne and Portsalon - or enjoying the famous Irish welcome after the final putt drops, visitors will discover that Ireland offers something few places can match - a golfing holiday that combines world-class sport with unforgettable experiences on and off the course.
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For more information, please visit www.ireland.com.
