126th U.S. Open Kicks Off In Southampton: What You Need To Know

SOUTHAMPTON, NY — Monday marks the kickoff to the 126h U.S. Open Championship in Southampton.

Here's a guide including all the key informational points about the event, provided by Southampton Town and event organizers

The 2026 U.S. Open Championship takes place from June 15 to June 21 at the Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, located at 200 Tuckahoe Road in Southampton.

Organizers anticipate 150,000-plus attendees for the full seven-day championship week. Tickets are available for purchase here.

This is the sixth time that Southampton has hosted the event, with prior years including 1896, 1986, 1995, 2004, and 2018.

Dates

• Practice Rounds: Monday to Wednesday, June 15 to 17
• Championship Rounds: Thursday to Sunday, June 18 to 21

Train Schedule

To view the Long Island Rail Road service schedule for the event, click here. (Limited parking is available at train stations. If possible, please carpool or arrange to be dropped off.)

Parking Plan

In partnership with the Town of Southampton, Suffolk County, New York State, and MTA Long Island Rail Road, the United States Golf Association (USGA) has developed a comprehensive parking and transportation plan for the 126th U.S. Open Championship at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.

The transportation program utilizes expanded rail service, satellite parking facilities, shuttle operations, and traffic-management measures "designed to provide fans with a convenient and efficient travel experience while minimizing additional traffic impacts on local residents, businesses, and area commuters," organizers said.

The plan is the result of an 18-month collaboration among the USGA, transportation agencies, and local law enforcement partners.

Parking and Transportation

The LIRR remains the most convenient way to travel to the championship, officials agreed. In partnership with the Long Island Rail Road, expanded eastbound and westbound service will be available along the Montauk branch with trains serving the temporary Shinnecock Hills Station adjacent to the championship grounds. Fans will access the golf course via a pedestrian bridge constructed over County Road 39. Schedules and fare information are now available through the TrainTime App or here.

BLUE Lot at Calverton Airfield

Fans traveling from points west of Southampton are encouraged to utilize complimentary parking at the BLUE Lot at Calverton Airfield. Parking at Calverton Airfield opens at 5:30 a.m. with continuous shuttle service operating between the parking lot and Gate 1 at Shinnecock Hills beginning daily at 5:30 a.m. and continuing for one hour following the conclusion of play. U.S. Open Express Shuttles from the BLUE Lot will utilize an expedited bus lane on NY-27 (Sunrise Highway) and County Road 39 during peak morning arrival periods, reducing travel times and bypassing anticipated congestion near the Shinnecock Canal and championship grounds.

There is no public parking for fans available in the immediate vicinity of Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. All local parking areas surrounding the championship grounds are by permit only. Illegal parking, unauthorized passenger drop-offs, and parking violations will be strictly enforced and result in ticketing, fines and towing.

Eastern Parking Options: Hampton Classic Horse Show & Shinnecock Nation Reservation

Fans traveling from points east of Southampton may utilize complimentary parking at the Hampton Classic Horse Show grounds in Bridgehampton. Complimentary shuttle service will transport spectators directly to and from a drop-off location adjacent to hole 12 and Gate 8. Premier parking passes are also available for purchase on usopen.com for parking on the Shinnecock Nation

Reservation

Parking passes must be purchased in advance and are subject to availability.

Accessible Parking

Accessible parking spaces will be available at all designated parking facilities for vehicles displaying the appropriate HD/DP license plates or placards. Fans requiring lift-equipped transportation should contact the USGA Championship Office at 2026usopen@usga.org prior to championship week for assistance and transportation instructions.

BLADE – Helicopter Air Mobility

For fans seeking a "premium, traffic-free travel experience," the USGA has partnered with BLADE to provide helicopter service between Manhattan and Shinnecock Hills during the four championship rounds, Thursday, June 18 through Sunday, June 21, with return flights to New York City each evening, organizers said. Additional information is available here.

Ferry Transportation

Fans traveling from Connecticut and Rhode Island can utilize ferry service to either Port Jefferson or Orient Point and then proceed to the BLUE Lot at Calverton Airfield for convenient parking and transportation to the championship. For ferry schedules, prevailing fares, and vehicle reservations, go to:

▪ Bridgeport & Port Jefferson Ferry

▪ Cross Sound Ferry.

Hampton Jitney

Hampton Jitney service is available for fans traveling from points east including Montauk, Amagansett, Sag Harbor, Bridgehampton, Water Mill, and East Hampton. Shuttle pick up and dropoff will be located in close proximity to Admission Gate 2 at the Stony Brook Southampton campus.

Ride Share & Passenger Drop-Off

The official ride share and passenger drop-off for the championship is located at the Stony Brook Southampton campus and is only accessible via Montauk Highway. No parking or vehicle staging is permitted at this location; therefore, passengers and drivers should coordinate pickup times accordingly. Only vehicles carrying 15 passengers or fewer will be permitted to use this location. Ride Share services are not permitted to pick up or drop-off at any other location surrounding the championship grounds.

Fans traveling from points west of the Shinnecock Canal are strongly encouraged to utilize ride share service to a local LIRR station to access rail service or be dropped at the BLUE Lot at Calverton Airfield for U.S. Open Express Shuttles.

Bicycle parking will be available at designated general parking facilities and at the Ride Share location at Stony Brook Southampton. Bike racks will be provided; however, bicycle owners are responsible for securing and safeguarding their own bicycle.

Road Restrictions and Traffic Impacts

Due to anticipated heavy traffic during the week of the U.S. Open Championship, area commuters, service providers, and travelers are strongly encouraged to plan ahead. Expected daily traffic volumes and commute times between the NY-27/NY-24 interchange, crossing the Shinnecock Canal, and extending outward to Bridgehampton, are anticipated to be higher than usual. Traffic delays can be expected during peak arrival and departure times (5 a.m. to 10 a.m. eastbound and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. westbound) on the following roads, officials said:

▪ NY-27 (Sunrise Highway)

▪ Country Road 39

▪ Montauk Highway

▪ Shrubland & Sebonac Roads

▪ Sandy Hollow Road

▪ N Sea Road

▪ Hill Street

▪ Hampton Road

In support of the championship’s public safety plan, the following road closures will be enforced:

• Tuckahoe Road between CR-39 and Terrace Drive: Closed May 27 to June 26

- Tuckahoe Road between CR-39 and Montauk Highway: Closed June 15-21

• St. Andrews Road between CR-39 and Nicholas Court: Closed June 14-21

Located northeast of Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, the below neighborhoods will be closed and require the proper neighborhood parking pass in order to access the residences June 15 to-21:

• Knollwood Drive, Country Club Drive, Underhill Drive, Overlook Drive, Terrace Drive,

Tuckahoe Road (between Shinnecock Hills and Sebonac Road)

Located south of Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, the below neighborhood streets will be closed and require the proper neighborhood parking pass in order to access the residences June 15 to 21:

• St. Andrews Road, St. Andrews Circle, Nicholas Court, Aberdeen Lane, Dundeen Lane, Parrish Pond Court East & West, Parrish Pond Lane, Parrish Pond Court

The following turn lane restrictions will be enforced June 15 to 21:

• Eastbound CR39 left hand turn lane onto Shrubland Road will be closed from approximately 4:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. daily.

• Shrubland Road at CR-39 – Right turn only, 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. daily.

- Greenfield Road at CR-39 – Right turn only, 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. daily.

• St. Andrews West at CR-39 – Right turn only, 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. daily.

- Tuckahoe Lane at CR-39 – Right turn only, 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. daily.

Merchandise, Daily Info

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Event facts

Field

The event includes 156 professional and amateur players. A portion of the field will earn exemptions into the championship through one of several designated exemption categories. The remaining players will earn a playing spot through U.S. Open Qualifying. Any professional or amateur golfer with a USGA handicap index not exceeding 1.4 may enter U.S. Open Qualifying, organizers said.

Format

The event includes a 72-hole stroke play; the field will be cut to low 60 scores (and ties) following the completion of 36 holes. A 2-hole aggregate playoff will take place Sunday evening if two or more players are tied after 72 holes.

Broadcast

• Television: NBC Sports, Golf Channel & Peacock
• Digital: usopen.com & USGA App

Volunteers

The championship will require the assistance of 3,000-plus volunteers supporting 13 different committees.

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Community Viewing Experience in Southampton Village

The Village of Southampton has announced a special community partnership with Shinnecock Hills Golf Club and the United States Golf Association (USGA) to celebrate the 126th United States Open Championship events taking place June 18 to 21 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.

As part of this unique collaboration, Shinnecock Hills Golf Club has offered to install a large, 17 X 10-foot, outdoor video screen in Lake Agawam Park, "allowing residents and visitors to experience the excitement of one of golf’s premier championships right in the heart of the village. Comfortable seating will be available to create a welcoming and festive viewing area for all ages. This initiative reflects the shared commitment of Shinnecock Hills and the USGA to engage the local community and ensure that the historic championship can be enjoyed by everyone," village officials said.

The live broadcast from Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, just a short distance away, will be shown each day from Thursday through Sunday, June 18 to 21, aligning with official U.S. Open broadcast times. Final broadcast schedules will be posted at here and in the USGA app as the Championship approaches.

About the 2026 U.S. Open Championship

"The 126th U.S. Open returns to Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, one of the five founding members of the USGA and one of the nation’s most storied golf venues. The championship field will feature 156 of the best golfers in the world competing over four days of 72-hole stroke play on William Flynn’s iconic par-70 course. Known for its open, windswept terrain and demanding setup, Shinnecock Hills remains a true test of precision and nerve at golf’s highest level," organizers aid.

Additional details, including qualifying schedules, field information, and course layout, can be found here.