PGA Tour | Korn Ferry Tour Event
Raleigh's Premier Golf & Hospitality Event
May 28 - May 31, 2026
The UNC Health Championship has become one of North Carolina’s premier professional sporting events. Formerly the Rex Hospital Open, the event has grown into a top tier stop on the Korn Ferry Tour, attracting the top ranked players on the brink of advancing to the PGA TOUR greatness. In 2023, the tournament rebranded as the UNC Health Championship, reflecting a new era in its long-standing tradition of excellence. This transition and relocation to a new home at renowned Raleigh Country Club further elevated the Championship’s Triangle presence. The UNC Health Championship offers fans an up-close look at tomorrow’s golf superstars while maintaining a strong commitment to community engagement. Set in Raleigh, the tournament provides a world-class experience for players, sponsors, and spectators alike. As the tournament continues to evolve, the UNC Health Championship builds on its proud history while looking toward the future, delivering exceptional golf and a lasting legacy for the sport in North Carolina.
12/31/2025
We're excited to celebrate our Volunteer of the Year, Pat Cullen! Pat has been part of the UNC Health Championship family since 2008, growing from concessions to product delivery and now stepping into a co-chair role for 2026.
“Pat is a longtime volunteer whose dedication and humility have left a lasting impact on this tournament,” shared Cindy Hanson, UNC Health Championship Volunteer Coordinator. “His commitment is unwavering."
We’re grateful for Pat’s quiet leadership, reliability, and the incredible spirit he brings to our championship weeks. Congratulations, Pat!
12/25/2025
Happy Holidays to all! 🎄 P.S. Our Friday tickets are still 30% off and is the perfect last-minute gift. 😉
12/22/2025
Gift an unforgettable golf experience at the local Raleigh Country Club! 🎁 Now until 12/31, our Hickory Club and Clubhouse Friday (May 29, 2026) tickets are 30% off.
12/09/2025
Still looking for the perfect holiday gift? 🎁 We have you covered with 30% OFF Hickory Club & Clubhouse tickets!
Valid on Friday (May 29, 2026) tickets. Offer ends 12/31/25.
11/27/2025
We’re so grateful for everyone who makes the UNC Health Championship possible! From our incredible volunteers, all the fans who come out to support, our UNC Health crew, the Raleigh Country Club team, and the Korn Ferry Tour and players—thank you for being part of something special. 💙 Happy Thanksgiving!
11/20/2025
The Korn Ferry Tour's 36th season schedule is official. With 25 events across 7 countries and 15 states, we are ready for another exciting season! We look forward to welcoming you to Raleigh Country Club May 28-31.
11/18/2025
Volunteer registration opens next month, and we can’t wait to welcome you back (or for the first time!). 🌟
In 2025, we had a record 750 volunteers helping bring the tournament to life… will you be a part of next year’s crew? Send this to someone you'd want to volunteer with!
10/14/2025
Congratulations to all 20 players who earned their 2026 PGA Tour cards. Special shoutout to Trace Crowe, our 2025 Champion and Raleigh resident, and Pontus Nyholm who played collegiately at nearby Campbell University.
10/13/2025
It’s official, Trace Crowe is ! Congratulations to our 2025 Champion earning his 2026 PGA Tour card.
06/19/2025
The future stars play here! In 2016 J.J. Spaun finished T10 in the UNC Health Championship. Congratulations on a momentous U.S. Open victory !
06/07/2025
A big thank you to all our amazing sponsors! Their support makes the UNC Health Championship possible and helps us deliver an unforgettable experience for players and fans alike. We couldn’t do it without them! 💙
06/05/2025
To all the volunteers who gave their time, energy, and smiles throughout the week—thank you. 💙 Their hard work is what keeps the UNC Health Championship running smoothly, and we're is deeply grateful for each and every one of them.
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The REX Hospital Open is a four day professional golf tournament on the Korn Ferry Tour (PGA TOUR). May 28-31, 2020 held at The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation, a McConnell Golf property in North Raleigh. The Korn Ferry Tour features *excellent* golf on the Path to the PGA Tour.
The Rex Open brings premiere golf and family-friendly entertainment to the Triangle each year. Over 30 years, The Rex Open has raised more than $8.4 million to support patients here in our community. Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the expansion of neuroscience care and specialty services at UNC REX, supporting patients confronted with stroke, aneurysms, traumatic brain injury and other neurological diseases.
More than 450 volunteers make the Rex Open run smoothly. And, 100+ sponsors including the Carolina Hurricanes, First Citizens Bank, Gregory Poole Equipment Company and Coca Cola support the tournament’s charitable efforts.
First responders, Wake County Public School employees and active & retired military are provided complimentary admission.
For ticket information and a full schedule of events, visit rexhospitalopen.com.
In 2017, the Rex Hospital Open was honored as the national Web.com Tour PGA TOUR Charity Tournament of the Year. The Rex Healthcare Foundation and received a check from Web.com Tour for $30,000.
