PORTO CARRAS GRAND RESORT, GREECE
13-16 OCT 2026
The CPG Festival of Golf is hosted by Porto Carras Grand Resort in Greece and, and incorporates the following events:
Annual Congress
International Team Championship [ITC]
Annual Gala Awards Supported By Rolex
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As one of the standout moments in the CPG calendar, the Festival of Golf brings together Member Countries, PGA Members and industry partners from across the global game for a week of connection, collaboration and shared learning.
Blending a conference-style programme with on-course competition, the event features the 37th edition of the historic CPG International Team Championship [ITC], which continues with its refined format aimed at elevating both the competitive edge and the overall team experience with ITC competitors playing alongside Festival delegates and partners.
At its heart, the Festival of Golf is about bringing together the CPG membership to strengthen the community, connect leaders who share the same challenges and ambitions, to uncover new opportunities to strengthen and grow their organisations, learn from each other and external experts, and to leave with practical ideas and resources that can be actioned straight away.
Porto Carras Grand Resort
Porto Carras Grand Resort is a legendary destination that has played a defining role in shaping Greece’s luxury tourism landscape, particularly in Halkidiki. Set within a stunning natural environment of rare beauty and striking contrasts, the resort has been welcoming discerning travellers for over 50 years, offering exceptional service combined with authentic Greek hospitality.
Located along a 9-kilometre stretch of pristine sandy coastline, the resort is surrounded by 1,700 hectares of lush greenery. Its gardens are set beneath the shade of pine trees that line the slopes of Mount Meliton, creating a sense of calm and natural elegance. The resort’s extensive facilities include an 18-hole golf course, the largest organic vineyard in Greece, a thalassotherapy and wellness centre, fine dining restaurants, a casino, and a fully serviced marina.
Guests of all ages can enjoy a wide range of sports, leisure, and cultural experiences, both on land and at sea, ensuring a truly memorable stay.
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Porto Carras Grand Resort
Porto Carras Grand Resort is a legendary destination that has played a defining role in shaping Greece’s luxury tourism landscape, particularly in Halkidiki. Set within a stunning natural environment of rare beauty and striking contrasts, the resort has been welcoming discerning travellers for over 50 years, offering exceptional service combined with authentic Greek hospitality.
Located along a 9-kilometre stretch of pristine sandy coastline, the resort is surrounded by 1,700 hectares of lush greenery. Its gardens are set beneath the shade of pine trees that line the slopes of Mount Meliton, creating a sense of calm and natural elegance. The resort’s extensive facilities include an 18-hole golf course, the largest organic vineyard in Greece, a thalassotherapy and wellness centre, fine dining restaurants, a casino, and a fully serviced marina.
Guests of all ages can enjoy a wide range of sports, leisure, and cultural experiences, both on land and at sea, ensuring a truly memorable stay.
Ryder Cup European Development Trust
The Ryder Cup European Development Trust was set up in order to support golf at grass roots level throughout Europe. The idea of the Trust is to get more people starting to play golf, continuing to play and ultimately succeeding in the game.
Samuel Ryder started the Ryder Cup in 1927, and after some 65 years of the competition being under the ownership of The PGA, it was then run as a 50/50 joint venture with The European Tour.
In 2004 a new Ryder Cup agreement was drawn up, to involve The Confederation of Professional Golf through a charitable trust, changing the split to 60/20/20, with the European Tour becoming the managing partner. At the same time the Ryder Cup European Development Trust was created, in order to allow Ryder Cup to put even more back into grass roots golf across the continent. The PGA remained significantly involved as the founding partner.
The Ryder Cup European Development Trust is a registered charity under the control of The Confederation of Professional Golf, with objectives to further develop golf across Europe. The Trust manages its share of profits from the Ryder Cup in a tax-efficient method to give the Trust the opportunity to maximise funds to contribute to golf projects across Europe.
Rolex
Rolex support the Confederation of Professional Golf Annual Gala Awards.
The history of Rolex and Swiss watchmaking are inextricably linked. Pioneer in the development of the wristwatch, the brand is at the origin of numerous major watchmaking innovations, and has registered over 400 patents in the course of its history.
Rolex designs, develops and produces in-house all the essential components of its watches, from the casting of the gold alloys to the machining, crafting, assembly and finishing of the movement, case, dial and bracelet.
Switzerland is the crucible where Rolex watches are brought to life thanks to the know-how and commitment of more than 6,000 employees at the brand’s four sites, all at the cutting edge of watchmaking technology.
REGISTRATIONS OPEN SOON
Festival of Golf invitations and information will be shared with CPG Member Countries and Partners shortly…
Festival Delegate Materials will be distributed to all Delegates and Member Country PGA during the event.
To find out more contact the CPG Team.
2026 CPG Annual Awards Supported by Rolex
Lifetime Achievement Award – TBA
John Jacobs Award for Teaching & Coaching – TBA
CPG 5-Star Professional Award – TBA
CPG Special Recognition Award – TBA
CPG President’s Award for Golf Development Award – TBA
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Christer Lindberg Bowl – TBA
Coming soon…
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Lifetime Achievement Award – TBA
Coming soon…
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John Jacobs Award for Teaching & Coaching – TBA
Coming soon…
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CPG 5-Star Professional Award – TBA
Coming soon…
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CPG 5-Star Professional Award – TBA
Coming soon…
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CPG Special Recognition Award – TBA
Coming soon…
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CPG President’s Award for Golf Development – TBA
Coming soon…
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The Festival features the 37th edition of the historic CPG International Team Championship [ITC], which continues with its refined format aimed at elevating both the competitive edge and the overall team experience with ITC competitors playing alongside Festival delegates and partners.
Invitations to enter an ITC team will be shared with Member Countries shortly…