RICHMOND, Virginia - The Korn Ferry Tour, in partnership with the Henrico Economic Development Authority, Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority, Richmond Region Tourism and the Virginia Tourism Corporation, announced a four-year agreement to bring the Korn Ferry Tour Championship’s season-ending tournament to The Federal Club, in Glen Allen, Virginia. The inaugural event—the Korn Ferry Tour Championship presented by Virginia’s Richmond Region—will take place October 5-11, 2026, and will feature the climactic PGA TOUR Card Ceremony. The announcement was made Monday morning during a press conference following the Dominion Energy Charity Classic, a PGA TOUR Champions Charles Schwab Cup Playoff Event that concluded on Sunday, October 19, 2025.

“We’re thrilled to announce that the Korn Ferry Tour Championship presented by Virginia’s Richmond Region will be moving here, beginning next year,” said Korn Ferry Tour President Alex Baldwin. “This community has been an incredible host to a PGA TOUR Champions event for a decade, and we’re looking forward to building on the foundation they’ve established in this area. A thank you to each of the local organizations for their partnership in making the Richmond region the new home for our season-finale event, which is highlighted by the PGA TOUR Card Ceremony, the most impactful moment of the Korn Ferry Tour season. We are thrilled for what the future holds here in Virginia.”

The agreement came to life through the collaboration of four tourism and economic development organizations working together to secure the future of professional golf in the greater Richmond area. The Virginia Tourism Corporation fosters a spirit of partnership across the Commonwealth to expand domestic and international in-bound travel, driving revenue and employment. Richmond Region Tourism serves as the destination marketing organization for the greater Richmond area. The Henrico Economic Development Authority advances business development within Henrico, while the Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority leads the county’s sports tourism initiatives and facility development.

“We are proud to join our partners in bringing this exciting new chapter of professional golf to the Richmond Region,” said Daniel J. Schmitt, Chair of the Henrico County Board of Supervisors and member of Richmond Region Tourism’s Executive Committee. “Hosting the season-ending Korn Ferry Tour Championship highlights our region’s ability to deliver world-class sporting events that drive tourism and economic growth. The Federal Club will provide an exceptional stage in 2026, and we look forward to building on this partnership and showcasing future venues, including The Crossings in Henrico, as premier destinations for professional golf.”

The Dominion Energy Charity Classic played its 10th, and final, iteration last week at The Country Club of Virginia’s James River Course. The event has been a staple on the PGA TOUR Champions schedule since its inaugural event in 2016, helping generate more than $14 million for Richmond area charities.

The PGA TOUR has been the event operator of the Dominion Energy Charity Classic since its inception and will transition into the same role for the Korn Ferry Tour Championship presented by Virginia’s Richmond Region.

“Our local team that has managed the Dominion Energy Charity Classic is thrilled to have the opportunity to continue in the same capacity for the Korn Ferry Tour Championship,” said Steve Schoenfeld, Executive Director of the Dominion Energy Charity Classic and soon to be of the Korn Ferry Tour Championship. “The support the community has demonstrated over the past ten years has been nothing short of spectacular, so we are excited to be able to remain here and cannot wait to get started on this next chapter of professional golf in the Richmond region.”

The 2026 tournament venue, the Federal Club, an Arnold Palmer designed layout, features bentgrass greens and fairways with Bluegrass/fescue roughs. The course – located in Hanover County, just north of Richmond – stretches over 7,000 yards and plays as a par 72 with eight par 4s, five par 5s and five par 3s.

“We are honored to host the Korn Ferry Tour Championship at the Federal Club,” said Anne Gail Jennings, Owner of The Federal Club. “This season-finale event is a pivotal part of the players’ journey to the PGA TOUR and provides a fantastic showcase not only for our golf course, but for the greater Richmond region, all while making an impact in the community. Our membership is proud to have The Federal Club play host to such a meaningful moment in these players’ careers.”

This event marks a return for the Korn Ferry Tour to this region, having played host to the Henrico County Open from 1993-2008.

The Korn Ferry Tour Championship presented by Virginia’s Richmond Region will be the final tournament of both the Korn Ferry Tour Finals and Korn Ferry Tour season. The players who qualify for the Korn Ferry Tour Championship presented by Virginia’s Richmond Region will earn fully exempt status for the 2027 season. The field will not be subject to a 36-hole cut.

At the conclusion of the Korn Ferry Tour Championship presented by Virginia’s Richmond Region, PGA TOUR cards will be awarded to the top 20 players on the Korn Ferry Tour Points List. All four rounds of the tournament will be broadcast live on the Golf Channel. This year’s Korn Ferry Tour Championship also saw the PGA TOUR Card Ceremony carried live on the Golf Channel.

The 2025 Korn Ferry Tour season concluded last week at French Lick Resort’s Pete Dye Course with Chandler Blanchet winning the tournament and earning his first PGA TOUR card. Johnny Keefer finished No. 1 on the Korn Ferry Tour Points List, earning an exemption to the 2026 PLAYERS Championship and U.S. Open.

You can learn more about the Korn Ferry Tour at PGATOUR.com/Korn-Ferry-Tour and follow the Korn Ferry Tour on social media (@KornFerryTour on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube).

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About Korn Ferry Tour
Founded (1990), owned and operated by the PGA TOUR, the Korn Ferry Tour identifies and develops golf's next stars, preparing them to compete and win on the game's biggest stage. The Korn Ferry Tour, which has served as a path to the PGA TOUR since its inception, annually awards 20 PGA TOUR cards based off its points list, with the No. 1 player earning exemptions into the following year’s PLAYERS Championship and U.S. Open. With more than 700 PGA TOUR titles, 35 major championships and eight FedExCup champions, Korn Ferry Tour alumni make up 82 percent of the PGA TOUR’s current membership. To learn more about the PGA TOUR, the Korn Ferry Tour and to follow the season-long quest for PGA TOUR cards, visit PGATOUR.COM or follow the Korn Ferry Tour on social media. Nine Korn Ferry Tour events in 2025 are televised on Golf Channel in the United States, with tournament coverage available internationally in more than 170 countries and territories via 23 media partners.

About Henrico Economic Development Authority
As enduring economic stewards for more than 50 years, the Henrico EDA is your single point of contact for business development and site selection services in Henrico. Our team of experts goes the extra mile in every initiative and interaction to ensure both companies and residents can enjoy the vibrant community that they deserve. The Henrico community is strategically located in the heart of the Eastern Seaboard, adjacent to Virginia's capital city of Richmond. Learn more about our extensive inventory of commercial and industrial properties ideal for the advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and corporate services sectors when you visit Henrico.com, and sign up for our Property Now and Henrico Now newsletters.

About Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority
The Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority leads Henrico County’s sports tourism initiatives and facility development, helping to position the region as a premier destination for athletic events and entertainment. Sports visitation generates more than $100 million in annual economic impact, supporting local businesses, strengthening community connections, and enhancing quality of life for residents and visitors alike

About Richmond Region Tourism
Richmond Region Tourism is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the region to meeting planners, sports event organizers and leisure travelers. The organization represents the cities of Richmond and Colonial Heights, the town of Ashland, and four counties: Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico and New Kent. Richmond Region Tourism operates visitor centers at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond International Airport and the Valentine Museum.

About Virginia Tourism Corporation
Virginia is for Lovers is one of the most iconic and recognizable travel brands in the world. Using that powerful brand equity, Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) is charged with promoting the Commonwealth as a premier travel destination by showcasing all there is to love in a Virginia vacation. The dollars spent by travelers fuel the economy, provide jobs for Virginians, and improve communities across the state. Simply put, tourism helps make Virginia a great place to live, work, and visit. Learn more at virginia.org.