Questions, answered.

Entering

How do I register?

Entries for the City are handled on AmateurGolf.com. Head to our how to enter page for the steps, or go straight to registration on AmateurGolf.com.

Do I need to be an AmateurGolf.com member to play?

Yes — a current AmateurGolf.com membership is required to play, and it is separate from your entry fee. If you’re not yet a member, join AmateurGolf.com before you register; membership is verified during registration.

When does registration open and close?

Registration for the 2027 championship is open now and closes February 16, 2027. Entries are taken on AmateurGolf.com. No late entries are accepted.

How much is the entry fee?

Fees vary by division — from $125 for the Men’s Championship Pre-Qualifier to $475for the Men’s Championship, set and collected on AmateurGolf.com. See Divisions & Fees.

What is the withdrawal and refund policy?

Withdrawals received before the entry deadline (February 16, 2027) are refunded less a $75 administrative fee ($35 for the Men’s Championship Pre-Qualifier). Registration closes at 5:00pm Pacific on the deadline date. After the deadline no refunds are issued, as pairings and course arrangements are finalized. See Rules & Policies.

Format & Play

Is the championship stroke play or match play?

Championship divisions use stroke-play qualifying followed by match play. Open Flights begin directly with match play. The Men’s Pre-Qualifier is 18-hole stroke play for advancement into the Championship. Men’s and Women’s Championship finals are 36 holes.

Where is it played?

At TPC Harding Park and Lincoln Park Golf Course — two historic San Francisco municipals. Qualifying is split across both; match play centers on Harding Park.

Can I take a cart?

Not in the Men's Championship or the Women's Championship — those two divisions are walking-only, and carts are prohibited for players and caddies. Carts are permitted in the Women's Senior, Men's Senior, Men's Super Senior, Open Flights and the Men's Championship Pre-Qualifier.

Following the Championship

Where can I find live scores and pairings?

On the Results page — the leaderboard refreshes automatically during play, and pairings post as the draw is set.

How do I look up a past champion?

Browse the complete, searchable roll at Every Champion, or open any player’s profile to see their full record.