Texas Children's Houston Open
The Texas Children’s Houston Open is one of the PGA Tour’s longest-running events, dating back to 1946. As a cornerstone of Texas golf, the tournament blends championship tradition with community impact — supporting pediatric healthcare through its partnership with Texas Children’s Hospital.
Played at the revitalized Memorial Park Golf Course, the event features a full field of 144 PGA Tour professionals competing on one of the most exciting municipal layouts in the country. Renovated by Tom Doak with consultation from Brooks Koepka, Memorial Park challenges the world’s best with bold greens, extensive short-grass runoffs, and scoring swings that reward creativity as much as power.
As part of the PGA Tour’s spring schedule, the Houston Open provides a critical opportunity for rising stars and established champions alike — delivering world-class golf in the heart of Houston.
⛳ Memorial Park Golf Course Overview
Memorial Park Golf Course offers a unique test for PGA Tour professionals — wide fairways that invite aggression, but demanding green surrounds that punish imprecision. With few traditional bunkers and extensive short-grass areas, the course puts a premium on creativity, touch, and strategic decision-making.
Quick Course Overview
Renovated by Tom Doak in collaboration with Brooks Koepka, Memorial Park blends modern design elements with minimalist aesthetics. The layout encourages varied shotmaking and rewards players who can consistently control trajectory and spin around the greens.
Yardage / Par
- Par: 70
- Yardage: ~7,400 yards
Course Type / Conditions
- Tom Doak redesign (2020) with Brooks Koepka consultation
- Expansive short-grass runoff areas — minimal traditional bunkers
- Bermudagrass fairways and greens
- Strategic green complexes requiring elite wedge play
What Matters Most
- Precision iron play into elevated, contoured greens
- Short-game versatility on shaved runoffs
- Driving strategy to create ideal angles
- Patience — Memorial Park offers birdie chances, but mistakes escalate quickly
Key Holes / Momentum Stretch
- Par-5 3rd — early scoring opportunity but punishes missed approaches
- Par-3 7th — demanding tee shot to a narrow green framed by steep runoffs
- Par-4 14th — risk/reward tee shot that can create chaos late in the round
- Finishing stretch (16–18) — precision required as slopes and green contours amplify pressure
Winning Formula
- Control distance and spin into firm greens
- Manage angles into tough pin positions
- Avoid short-game disasters on shaved banks
- Capitalize on early birdie holes before the back-nine test intensifies
Texas Children's Houston Open
2026 Texas Children's Houston Open
Tournament Details
Date: March 26-29th, 2026
Location: Memorial Park GC, Houston
Field: 144 PGA Tour professionals
Key spring 'Texas Swing' event on PGA Tour schedule.
Tournament HighlightsTexas Children's Houston Open History (1946 - Present)
2026 Texas Children's Houston Open
Upcoming Event
Memorial Park Golf Course
Full field of 144 PGA Tour players
$9.1 million purse
FedExCup points and Masters invitation
2025 Texas Children's Houston Open
Recent Champion
Memorial Park Golf Course
Part of PGA Tour's Texas swing
Follows Valspar Championship
500 FedExCup points to winner
2020s Houston Open
Modern Champions
Memorial Park Golf Course
Tony Finau won back-to-back (2022-23)
Carlos Ortiz won in 2020
Memorial Park redesigned by Tom Doak
2010s Houston Open
Golf Club of Houston Era
Golf Club of Houston
Ian Poulter won dramatic playoff (2018)
Russell Henley champion in 2017
Jim Herman claimed first PGA Tour win (2016)
2000s Houston Open
Tournament Growth
Multiple Venues
Phil Mickelson won in 2011
Adam Scott champion in 2007
Stuart Appleby won three times
Tournament Format
Full-Field Event
144 Players Compete
72-hole stroke play format
Top 65 and ties make the cut
Winner receives Masters invitation
Historic Venue
Memorial Park Golf Course
Tom Doak Redesign
Host venue since 2020
Course Details:
Par 70, 7,412 yards
Charitable Impact
Texas Children's Hospital
Pediatric Healthcare
Millions raised for pediatric care
Supports Texas Children's Hospital
Tournament founded in charitable spirit
Historic Champions
Legendary Winners
Golf Greats
Arnold Palmer won three times
Curtis Strange back-to-back wins
Vijay Singh, Fred Couples champions
The Texas Children's Houston Open Legacy
The Texas Children's Houston Open has established an impressive legacy as one of the PGA Tour's most historic and charitable tournaments since its inception in 1946. Originally known as the Houston Open, the tournament has evolved into a premier Texas sporting event that combines world-class competition with significant philanthropic impact through its partnership with Texas Children's Hospital.
The tournament's unique position as a key spring event on the PGA Tour schedule creates special opportunities for players to prepare for the Masters while competing on the challenging Memorial Park Golf Course. With a $9.1 million purse and 500 FedExCup points awarded to the champion, the Houston Open offers both competitive prestige and meaningful charitable impact, with millions raised annually for pediatric healthcare.
Beyond the competition, the Texas Children's Houston Open's deep commitment to charitable giving represents one of professional golf's most impactful traditions. Since partnering with Texas Children's Hospital, the tournament has raised significant funds to support pediatric care, research, and community health programs throughout Texas. This charitable mission, combined with world-class golf, creates a powerful platform for positive change.
As the tournament continues to thrive at the revitalized Memorial Park Golf Course, it maintains its core identity as both a competitive showcase and a force for good in the community. The event's longevity, combined with its beautiful municipal course setting and meaningful charitable impact, has made the Texas Children's Houston Open a beloved institution that perfectly captures golf's ability to blend elite competition with community service and philanthropic purpose.