The 2026 British Open (The 154th Open) will take place from July 16-19, 2026, at the historic Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England. This marks the 11th time the venue has hosted the championship. Fans in the United States can expect early morning live coverage on USA Network and Peacock, with the weekend’s final rounds airing on NBC. The tournament officially begins with practice rounds on July 12, with the quest for the Claret Jug starting on Thursday, July 16.
2026 British Open Tournament Schedule
The 2026 British Open schedule kicks off on July 16, 2026.
| Date | Event | Location |
| July 12-15 | Practice Rounds & Qualifying Showdown | Royal Birkdale |
| July 16 | The 154th Open: Round 1 | Royal Birkdale |
| July 17 | The 154th Open: Round 2 | Royal Birkdale |
| July 18 | The 154th Open: Round 3 (Moving Day) | Royal Birkdale |
| July 19 | The 154th Open: Final Round | Royal Birkdale |
2026 British Open TV & Streaming Guide
Due to the time difference, live coverage typically begins in the overnight hours for US viewers.
- Early Rounds (Thursday/Friday): Live coverage begins at 1:30 AM ET on Peacock, with USA Network picking up the main broadcast from 4:00 AM to 3:00 PM ET.
- Weekend Rounds (Saturday/Sunday): Early morning action starts on USA Network, with the primary championship coverage shifting to NBC and Peacock at 7:00 AM ET through the conclusion of play.
FAQ: The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale
Question: Where is the 2026 British Open being played?
Answer: The 2026 championship will be held at Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England. It is widely considered one of the finest links courses in the world.
Question: Who is the defending champion for the 2026 Open?
Answer: The winner of the 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portrush will enter Royal Birkdale as the defending “Champion Golfer of the Year.”
Question: What are the future venues for the Open Championship?
Answer: Following Royal Birkdale in 2026, the tournament will return to St Andrews for the 155th Open in July 2027.You can checkout the 2026 Masters Schedule and printable Masters Scorecard too if you want to see how the first Major of the year was setup.
