FRISCO, TX – The PGA of America has announced Choctaw Casinos & Resorts as the Official Casino Resort and Official Community Partner of the 2027 PGA Championship, set for May 17–23, 2027, at PGA Frisco.
The partnership builds on Choctaw Casinos & Resorts’ involvement in championship golf in North Texas as the PGA Championship returns to the area for the first time in more than 60 years. The 2027 event will also mark the centennial of the first PGA Championship played in Texas, held in 1927 at Cedar Crest in Dallas.
During Championship week, Choctaw Casinos & Resorts will transform the Ice House in the PGA District into the “Choctaw Ice House,” an all-inclusive, climate-controlled hospitality venue. The ranch-style space will feature food and beverage offerings, specialty cocktails, branded gifts and interactive activities. Ticket holders will also have access to a dedicated viewing area behind the ninth green. Daily VIP hospitality tickets for the Choctaw Ice House sold out within three weeks.
“The 2027 PGA Championship represents a historic opportunity for the state of Texas, and we’re proud to partner with the PGA of America to help deliver an unforgettable experience for golf fans,” said Heidi Grant, Senior Executive Officer for the Choctaw Nation. “Whether guests are enjoying premium hospitality inside the Choctaw Ice House or interacting with our activations throughout the grounds, we look forward to showcasing the hospitality and entertainment experiences that define the Choctaw brand while celebrating this historic Championship.”
Beyond the hospitality venue, Choctaw Casinos & Resorts will offer spectators a branded photo opportunity outside the Choctaw Ice House and an interactive space featuring casino-themed games, giveaways and prizes. In the months leading up to the Championship, Choctaw will also promote the event through activities at its casino and resort properties.
Interest in the 2027 PGA Championship has already reached record levels, with more than 155,000 people registering for ticket access – the highest total in Championship history. Tickets for all four Championship Rounds, Thursday through Sunday, are sold out more than nine months before the event.
Approximately 200,000 spectators are expected to attend, while global broadcast coverage is projected to reach nearly 500 million households in more than 170 countries. The Championship will feature a field of 156 players competing for the Wanamaker Trophy.
“The enthusiasm surrounding the 2027 PGA Championship continues to exceed every expectation, with Championship Rounds and weekly tickets already sold out and unprecedented demand in our hospitality offerings,” said Jason Mengel, Championship Director. “Choctaw Casinos & Resorts shares our commitment to creating memorable experiences, making them an outstanding community partner as we prepare to welcome the first men’s major championship in Texas in more than five decades. Choctaw’s incredible support and presence throughout Championship week will further elevate what promises to be a landmark event for all attendees and the North Texas community.”
