,Chula Vista, August 24, 2025
News Summary
The San Diego Country Club in Chula Vista is set to welcome the prestigious Senior Women’s Open from August 21-24, 2025. This championship will mark the beginning of a series of significant women’s events scheduled across various renowned golf courses. The new calendar aims to highlight both historic venues and emerging clubs, emphasizing a pathway for clubs to earn their place in hosting major competitions. The lineup will not only celebrate seasoned athletes but also encourage the growth of the sport at diverse locales.
Chula Vista
Big-name golf fields, long-range planning and a clear map for the decade ahead
Here’s the golf calendar shake-up fans will be buzzing about: the governing body has laid out a lineup of courses that will host marquee women’s championships over the next several years. The spotlight lands first on San Diego Country Club in Chula Vista, which is set to stage the Senior Women’s Open from August 21–24, 2025. That’s just the opener in a string of moves that stitch together tradition, milestones and a clear path for clubs that want a crack at the big stage.
Where the action will be
The future calendar features a mix of classic, well-loved venues and clubs getting their first major test. Standouts on the schedule include:
- 2026 — Barton Hills Country Club, Ann Arbor, Michigan (Senior Women’s Open: August 20–23)
- 2026 — Riviera Country Club, Los Angeles, which will host the U.S. Women’s Open for the first time
- 2029 — Pinehurst, set to host consecutive editions of the U.S. Women’s Open again
- 2030 — Interlachen Country Club, marking the 100th anniversary of a major U.S. Open victory in the club’s history
- 2032 — Los Angeles Country Club (LACC), scheduled to host the U.S. Women’s Open for the first time
- 2034 — Merion Golf Club, set to host its first U.S. Women’s Open
- 2036 — Shinnecock Hills, planned to deliver back-to-back men’s and women’s championships at the same site
This is a mix of the expected and the intriguing. Historic places like Pinehurst and Merion are in the rotation, but there’s also emphasis on giving other clubs a path into the rotation by proving themselves first with smaller national championships. That approach opens the door to more venues and fresh layouts while still leaning on courses with deep competitive credentials.
How clubs earn a spot
There’s a clear idea behind the plan: clubs don’t just get parachuted in. The pathway is performance and hosting pedigree. Clubs that successfully stage junior and regional championships become candidates for larger national events. Practical examples of that approach include Inverness Club, which has hosted U.S. Women’s Opens in the past, and Columbia Country Club, which stepped up by hosting the U.S. Girls’ Junior in 2021 and is now a logical candidate for future championships.
What the Senior Women’s Open means
The Senior Women’s Open is a top-level championship for women golfers aged 50 and over, open to both professionals and amateurs who meet the eligibility and qualifying criteria. It’s become an important showcase of how the game evolves for experienced competitors and has attracted some of the sport’s most recognizable names over the years. Past champions include major figures in women’s golf such as Laura Davies, Annika Sorenstam and Jill McGill. Those winners helped the event grow in prestige and signaled broader recognition for elite-level senior women golfers.
Why this matters to golf fans
For golf fans who follow courses, rivalries and the ebb and flow of championship setups, the schedule provides plenty to pore over. Expect course setups to be tuned to championship standards, a spotlight on veteran competitors, and tournament weeks that mix history with fresh storylines. The pairing of long-standing venues with clubs earning their way up means you’ll see classic championship architecture and new test routes on the same decade-long map.
Quick takeaways
- San Diego Country Club is the 2025 Senior Women’s Open site.
- Multiple first-time hosts for the U.S. Women’s Open are on the calendar.
- A deliberate pathway exists for clubs to move up by hosting junior and regional events first.
- The Senior Women’s Open continues to spotlight elite women golfers aged 50 and older.
FAQ
What is the Senior Women’s Open?
The Senior Women’s Open is a national championship for female golfers age 50 and older, open to professionals and qualifying amateurs. It features experienced competitors and is contested over multiple rounds at championship courses.
When and where is the next Senior Women’s Open?
The next scheduled edition is at San Diego Country Club in Chula Vista, California, from August 21–24, 2025.
How are future championship venues chosen?
Venues are selected with an eye on competitive challenge, facilities, regional balance and a club’s record of successfully hosting national or regional events. Clubs that host junior and regional championships often become candidates for larger national events.
Can amateurs compete?
Yes. The championship is open to both professionals and amateurs who meet the event’s eligibility requirements and qualifying procedures.
Who are some notable past champions?
Notable past champions include Laura Davies, Annika Sorenstam and Jill McGill, among others who have helped build the event’s stature.
Championship & venue quick-reference table
| Year | Event | Venue | City | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Senior Women’s Open | San Diego Country Club | Chula Vista, CA | August 21–24, 2025 |
| 2026 | Senior Women’s Open | Barton Hills Country Club | Ann Arbor, MI | August 20–23, 2026 |
| 2026 | U.S. Women’s Open | Riviera Country Club | Los Angeles, CA | First time hosting the U.S. Women’s Open |
| 2029 | U.S. Women’s Open | Pinehurst | Pinehurst, NC | Consecutive hosting planned |
| 2030 | U.S. Women’s Open | Interlachen Country Club | Edina, MN | 100th anniversary of a historic win |
| 2032 | U.S. Women’s Open | Los Angeles Country Club (LACC) | Los Angeles, CA | First time hosting the U.S. Women’s Open |
| 2034 | U.S. Women’s Open | Merion Golf Club | Ardmore, PA | Merion’s first U.S. Women’s Open |
| 2036 | U.S. Women’s Open | Shinnecock Hills | Southampton, NY | Back-to-back men’s and women’s championships |
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Additional Resources
- The Golf News Net: Future U.S. Senior Women’s Open Venues
- Amateur Golf: Entries Open for U.S. Senior Women’s Open
- Golfweek: Future U.S. Women’s Open Venues
- NBC Sports: Women’s Golf Majors in 2025
- Wikipedia: Women’s Golf
- Google Search: U.S. Senior Women’s Open
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Golf
- Google News: Women’s Golf
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