Black Desert Championship 2025: LPGA Returns to Utah’s Red Rock Desert

Women’s professional golf makes a historic comeback to Utah this spring with the Black Desert Championship 2025. From April 28 to May 4, the LPGA Tour’s biggest names will tee it up at the breathtaking Black Desert Resort in Ivins, just outside St. George.

A Landmark Homecoming for Women’s Golf

It’s been 60 years since the LPGA last played in Utah. The Black Desert Championship brings that tradition back, now with a fresh twist — a stunning Tom Weiskopf-designed layout, desert vistas, and an event committed to growing the game and protecting the environment.

Event Overview: What to Expect

• Practice Rounds: Monday to Wednesday (media only).
• Tournament Play: Thursday to Sunday (May 1–4).
• Venue: Black Desert Resort, framed by southern Utah’s iconic red rock.
• Purse: $3 million purse with $450,000 to the champion — a top-tier stop on the Tour.
• Field: 144 LPGA pros battling for CME Globe points and a career-defining win.

Why It Matters for Utah and the LPGA

This is more than a tournament — it’s a milestone for women’s sports in the region and a statement about sustainability in modern golf. The course uses advanced turfgrass to save water, organic soil care, and smart resource management — all while offering world-class playing conditions.

Ticket Options for Every Fan

Whether you’re a diehard golf fan, a family bringing kids for the first time, or a company hosting clients, there’s a pass that fits your style.

Grounds Pass
Affordable general admission. Roam the course, visit fan zones, enjoy local food, and bring the kids (free entry for youth with a ticketed adult). Shuttle parking makes arrival easy.

Greater Zion Club
A premium shared deck near key holes. Expect great views, elevated food and drinks, and comfortable amenities like executive restrooms.

Greater Zion Club Cabanas
Private cabana hospitality for larger groups. All-inclusive food and beverage, reserved seating, and a front-row feel.

O.C. Tanner Skyboxes
Semi-private skybox experience with premium catering and branding options. A smart choice for entertaining important clients with top-tier views.

Reef Official Pro-Am & Inside the Ropes VIP
Play shoulder to shoulder with LPGA stars in the Pro-Am, enjoy exclusive parties and gifts, and walk inside the ropes for an up-close look at how the best in the game get it done.

Sustainability at Its Core

The championship doesn’t just talk about sustainability — it lives it. The Black Desert Resort stands out for desert-adapted grasses, organic inputs, and careful resource use, setting a new standard for how golf can thrive alongside its natural setting.

Be Part of a New Utah Tradition

With big names, community support through Greater Zion, and a renewed focus on protecting the desert landscape, the Black Desert Championship is on its way to becoming a fan favorite on the LPGA schedule.

Want to plan your Utah golf getaway? Keep an eye on official ticket and hospitality updates from the championship and LPGA sites. Choose your perfect view and be there when history is made in Utah’s stunning red rock desert.