Home to an impressive collection of 10 public and private golf courses, including Nevada’s only two Tournament Players Club (TPC) courses, the master-planned community of Summerlin has long been synonymous with golf. For the 31st consecutive year, the eyes of the golf world once again turn to Summerlin as the FedEx Cup PGA Tour Shriners Children’s Open returns to TPC Summerlin on Oct. 9-15.
The event is expected to draw a field of 132 of the world’s top golf professionals to compete for a purse valued at $8.4 million, which includes a championship prize of more than $1.5 million.
The winner will take home the Howard Hughes Cup, the championship trophy sponsored by the developer of Summerlin, whose namesake, Howard Hughes Jr., was an avid golfer with a legacy that also includes his success as a businessman, aviator and visionary in Las Vegas. “This year we are celebrating 40 years of the PGA Tour in Las Vegas and some brand-new fan experiences at the tournament,” said Shriners Children’s Open Executive Director Patrick Lindsey.
“New this year, is Club 360, a premium viewing area offering 360-degree views of the course, free drinks and a relaxed feel to take in the tournament. Bleachers will be added to the first and 10th tee as well as a family fun area adjacent to the 18th fairway featuring a coloring wall, face painting and a variety of giant games for kids and families to enjoy. We have something for everyone at this year’s Shriners Children’s Open.
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