Walker Cup 2026 - Lahinch Golf Club

What to Expect

The 51st Walker Cup is the premier amateur golf team match between the United States and Great Britain and Ireland. Lahinch Golf Club hosts the event on 5 and 6 September 2026, only the third time the Walker Cup has been played in Ireland. Each day features morning foursomes (alternate shot) followed by afternoon singles on Lahinch’s renowned links course overlooking the Atlantic. USA are captained by Nathan Smith; GB and I by Dean Robertson.

Good to Know

• Dates: Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September 2026.
• Venue: Lahinch Golf Club, Lahinch, Co. Clare.
• Format: foursomes in the morning, singles in the afternoon each day.
• Third Walker Cup in Ireland after Portmarnock (1991) and Royal County Down (2007).
• Tickets via USGA championships website.

Getting There

Lahinch is on the Clare coast approximately 35km west of Ennis on the N85 and R478. Lahinch village has limited parking - arrive early or use overflow parking with shuttle services.