Get Ready for the 2026 United States Disc Golf Championship and Throw Pink

The Biggest Celebration of Disc Golf in the World

The 2026 United States Disc Golf Championship (USDGC) and Throw Pink Women’s Disc Golf Championship return to Rock Hill, South Carolina, October 8–11, bringing four days of top-level competition and a full festival experience to the historic Winthrop Arena.

From watching the world’s best compete on one of disc golf’s most iconic courses to exploring Championship Village, meeting the pros, and enjoying nightly live music, there’s more to look forward to than ever before.

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More Than a Tournament

There’s a reason USDGC and Throw Pink are called the biggest celebration of disc golf in the world. Beyond the competition, Winthrop transforms into a gathering place for disc golfers from across the country.

Throughout Championship Week, fans can enjoy:

- Championship Village with vendors, exclusive discs, and merchandise
- Spectator courses and putting competitions
- Food trucks and beer vendors
- Player appearances and opportunities to meet the pros
- The US Disc Golf Putting Championship
- Distance Showcase and other special events
- Fresh & Now Concert Series with live music throughout the weekend

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Championship Week Schedule

The festivities begin before the first competitive round, with qualifying, practice rounds, and special events leading into Thursday’s opening round. Monday through Wednesday activities listed below do not require a spectator ticket.

Monday, October 5

8:00 am–2:30 pm: Monday Qualifying, presented by Ledgestone
1:00 pm: United States Disc Golf Distance Championship at Winthrop Meadows
4:30 pm: Competitor practice rounds, pending qualifying playoffs

Tuesday, October 6

8:00 am: Competitor practice rounds
3:30 pm: OTB Tour Skins at Winthrop Arena

Wednesday, October 7

8:00 am–6:00 pm: Competitor practice rounds
10:00 am–6:00 pm: Player pack pickup and check-in
10:00 am–3:00 pm: Vendor setup and welcome

Thursday, October 8: Fan Appreciation Day

7:50 am: Throw Pink Women’s Championship first tee
10:00 am–5:00 pm: US Disc Golf Putting Championship qualifying
10:15 am: USDGC first tee
6:00 pm: 5i Kick Off Celebration, presented by Another Round Myrtle Beach
8:00 pm: Fresh & Now live music with Dangermuffin

Friday, October 9: Throw Pink Women’s Appreciation Day

7:50 am: Throw Pink first tee
10:00 am–5:00 pm: Putting Championship qualifying
10:15 am: USDGC first tee
2:00–3:00 pm: Ladies Only Mimosa Mocktail Party
6:00 pm: Live music with Abby Bryant, Rebecca Harrison, and friends
7:00 pm: World Disc Golf Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Saturday, October 10: Family Adventure Day

7:50 am: Throw Pink first tee
9:00 am–4:00 pm: Putting Championship qualifying
10:15 am: USDGC first tee
1:30 pm: Throw Pink Women’s Clinic
6:00 pm: Live music with JP Taylor and Graciana Love
7:00 pm: Athlete Fly Mart: Meet the Pros!
7:00 pm: Live music with Dizgo
8:00 pm: US Disc Golf Putting Championship Finals
9:00 pm: DJ Hek Yeh

Sunday, October 11: Championship Sunday

7:50 am: Throw Pink final round first tee
10:15 am: USDGC final round first tee
5:30 pm: Distance Showcase
6:00 pm: Ring Ceremony and Awards Ceremony
6:15 pm: Golden Rake
6:30 pm: Live music with Channel Bluff

Fresh & Now Concert Series

The Fresh & Now Concert Series returns for its fourth year, bringing live music to Winthrop throughout Championship Week. What started as an experiment has become a defining part of the USDGC experience.

This year’s lineup features Dizgo, an Indiana-based jam band known for combining funk, rock, electronic music, and improvisation. Other performers include Dangermuffin, Abby Bryant, JP Taylor, Graciana Love, DJ Hek Yeh, and Channel Bluff.

The concerts give fans a reason to stick around after the final putts drop, with music and festivities continuing into the evening.

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Get Your Tickets

There’s still time to make plans for Championship Week. Day Passes are $35, All-Week VIP Passes are $139, and Gold Passes are $379. Legend and Championship Weekend Passes are sold out.

All-Week VIP includes four days of admission, on-course parking, and a commemorative Silver Champion Roc. Gold Passes add premium parking, Winthrop Shack access, a Gold Champion Roc, and meal tokens.

Watch From Home

Can’t make it to Rock Hill? You can still follow the action throughout Championship Week.

The Disc Golf Network will carry live coverage, with full USDGC and Throw Pink coverage available to Pro subscribers. JomezPro will provide post-produced coverage, and Innovadiscs.com will have daily tournament recaps.

Follow Innova, USDGC, and Throw Pink on Instagram for highlights and updates throughout the week.

See You at Winthrop

Innova is proud to return as the presenting sponsor of USDGC for the 28th consecutive year, dating back to the event’s inception. Whether you’re making the trip to Rock Hill or following along from home, Championship Week is one of the highlights of the disc golf calendar. Four days of competition, community, and everything that makes this sport special. We’ll see you at Winthrop, October 8–11.