2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills: The Ultimate Hamptons Guide To The Big Golf Championship

Everything You Need to Know — Even If You Don’t Know Anything About Golf

The 126th U.S. Open Championship returns to Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton June 18-21, 2026, bringing the sport’s biggest stars, more than 150,000 spectators, global media attention and one of the busiest weeks the East End will see before peak summer season.

This will be the sixth U.S. Open contested at Shinnecock Hills, one of America’s most revered golf courses and a venue known for producing dramatic finishes, brutal conditions and unforgettable champions.

Whether you’re a lifelong golf fan, a curious first-timer or simply wondering how the tournament will affect life in the Hamptons, here’s everything you need to know.

U.S. Open 2026 Fast Facts

Event: 126th U.S. Open Championship

Location: Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, Southampton

Championship Rounds: June 18-21, 2026

Practice Rounds: June 15-17

Merchandise Pavilion Open to the Public: June 11-14

Field: 156 players

Course: Par 70, 7,434 yards

Expected Attendance: More than 150,000 spectators throughout the week

Previous Shinnecock Champion: Brooks Koepka (2018)

Founded: 1891

Helpful Resources for the 2026 U.S. Open

Official Tickets & Hospitality Packages

USGA Experiences – Official 2026 U.S. Open Tickets

Gallery tickets, Trophy Club hospitality and premium 1895 Club packages are available through the official U.S. Open ticket provider. Practice-round tickets start at lower price points, while premium hospitality options include food, beverage and reserved viewing areas.

Official Fan Guide

2026 U.S. Open Fan Information Guide

The fan guide includes parking maps, transportation information, gate locations, prohibited items, accessibility services and championship-week updates.

Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Transportation

MTA TrainTime App

The USGA is strongly encouraging fans to use the Long Island Rail Road. Special Montauk Branch service will bring fans directly to a temporary station adjacent to the championship grounds at Stony Brook Southampton. After arriving, fans will pass through security screening and enter the championship via a pedestrian bridge.

Download TrainTime

• iPhone: TrainTime for iPhone
• Android: TrainTime for Android

The app allows riders to purchase tickets, plan trips, track trains and receive service updates.

Parking & Transportation Updates

USGA Parking and Transportation Information

The USGA’s transportation plan includes satellite parking lots, shuttle operations, expanded rail service and traffic-management measures designed to reduce congestion throughout Southampton and the South Fork. Fans traveling from west of Southampton will be directed to designated remote parking areas with complimentary shuttle service.

Course Information

Official U.S. Open Championship Website

For pairings, tee times, scoring, course maps, player information and championship news.

Spark Hamptons Insider Tip

If you’re coming from Manhattan, skip the car and take the train. The USGA and MTA have spent years planning expanded rail operations for this championship, including a temporary station next to the course. Between South Fork summer traffic and U.S. Open crowds, the Long Island Rail Road is likely to be the least stressful way to get to Shinnecock

See veteran sports broadcast Ann Liguori’s Insider Preview on what holes to watch from, who is expected to make sparks at Shinnecock Hills, and why the U.S. Open is the place to be this week.

Angela LaGreca

Editor, Co-Founder/Publisher

Angela LaGreca, Editor-in-chief and co-Founder/Publisher of Spark Hamptons, is a four-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, producer, writer and comedian/host. Her TV credits include NBC’s “Today,” ABC’s “The View,” and, most recently, the primetime cable news program “Cuomo” on NewsNation. On the East End, she was the Creative Director at LTV, VP Features/Events/Photo Editor at Dan’s Papers, and has performed at Guild Hall, Bay Street Theater and the WHBPAC. Her publishing career began at Modern Photography, where she was managing editor. LaGreca lives in Manhattan and East Hampton and can be reached at angelatvmedia@gmail.com and angela@sparkhamptons.com .