PGA Championship at Aronimink Projects $120M Regional Economic Impact
The 2026 PGA Championship tees off at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, bringing an estimated $120 million economic impact to the Philadelphia region.
First reported
By CBS News on May 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM EDT
Last update
May 14, 2026 at 7:04 AM EDT
12 sources write about this
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How the story is being framed
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Joy / Pride 5/10
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Coverage Spectrum
Center coverage leads this sample
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Left
83%
Center
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Right
No tracked coverage from left sources in this sample.
In brief
Facts about this story
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The 2026 PGA Championship is being held at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania.
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Round one of the championship began Thursday, May 14, 2026.
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The projected economic impact for the Philadelphia region is approximately $120 million.
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Aronimink Golf Club is hosting a major PGA of America championship for the first time in decades.
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On-site food operations include fresh salads, burgers, and Italian sausage prepared by chefs for attending fans.
How outlets are covering it
2 days ago
PGA Championship Filled With Historic Storylines At Aronimink
“Forbes frames the tournament around the historic and competitive narratives surrounding the venue and field.”
Read original source3 days ago
Scheffler feels overdue, Spieth eyes the slam and Cam Young's major moment top PGA Championship storylines
“Fox News focuses on the competitive and personal ambitions of several leading players entering the week.”
Read original source2 days ago
2026 PGA Championship: Expert predictions for second major at Aronimink
“USA Today centers its coverage on analyst and expert forecasts for the tournament outcome.”
Read original source7 days ago
Chefs prepare fresh salads, burgers, Italian sausage for fans headed to Aronimink for PGA Championship
“CBS News Philadelphia highlights the local food service and hospitality operations serving tournament attendees.”
Read original source13 hr ago
PGA Championship storylines: The weather’s impact; Justin Rose returns; the elusiveness of Rory vs. Scottie
“Anchorage Daily News surveys multiple competitive and environmental variables shaping the tournament week.”
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2 days ago
PGA Championship week tees off at Newtown Square’s Aronimink Golf Club
“Billy Penn provides local Philadelphia-area coverage of the tournament's opening day atmosphere and setting.”
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3 days ago
Five storylines to follow at the PGA Championship
“Reuters outlines the key competitive and narrative threads to watch across the tournament's duration.”
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4 days ago
8 PGA Championship storylines you need to know about
“FOX 29 Philadelphia highlights the regional economic projection tied to the tournament's opening round.”
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5 days ago
2026 PGA Championship: Facts, figures and storylines for Aronimink
“Golf Channel summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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5 days ago
Nine things to know: Aronimink Golf Club, host of 2026 PGA Championship
“PGA Tour summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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4 days ago
PGA Championship 2026: Past Winners At Aronimink Golf Club
“Golf Monthly summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
Read original sourceRound one of the PGA Championship begins on Thursday at Aronimink Golf Club with expected $120 million economic impact
“X/Twitter: FOX 29 Philadelphia summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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Sources covering this story
12 sources write about this
12 articles tracked
Scheffler feels overdue, Spieth eyes the slam and Cam Young's major moment top PGA Championship storylines
May 11, 8:00 PM
2026 PGA Championship: Expert predictions for second major at Aronimink
May 12, 8:00 PM
Chefs prepare fresh salads, burgers, Italian sausage for fans headed to Aronimink for PGA Championship
May 7, 8:00 PM
PGA Championship storylines: The weather’s impact; Justin Rose returns; the elusiveness of Rory vs. Scottie
May 13, 9:49 PM
Round one of the PGA Championship begins on Thursday at Aronimink Golf Club with expected $120 million economic impact
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Your State Brief
Impact by State
State Impact Score: 0-100
Higher scores mean more direct state-level policy, economic, safety, or service impact.
Pennsylvania
PA
Impact: High
Why: Direct $120M economic impact from hosting the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, driving local spending on lodging, food, hospitality and retail in the Philadelphia region.
Local angle: Primary beneficiary through regional tourism and vendor revenue for Delaware County and greater Philadelphia area.
Sources: 3 local, 2 national · Federal impact: Low
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