The 2023 Dana Open is set for July 10-16 at Highland Meadows Golf Club!
The LPGA comes to town once again for the Dana Open golf tournament that has earned the reputation as a player and fan favorite! In addition to world-class golf, don’t miss a week of fun events such as a series of pro-ams, practice rounds, a gala, family day and more. Read on for all the details!
What’s Special About the Tournament?
The Dana Open has made the hopes and dreams come true for many Northwest Ohio children. The tournament was first held in 1984 at Glengarry Country Club (presently Stone Oak Country Club) until 1988 when it moved to Highland Meadows Golf Club. In 1984 the purse was only $175,000 and 100 golfers played in the tournament. Since that first tournament, the growth of the event has been due to the support of many local businesses and strong community support.
The tournament began as a dream of Toledo native, Judd Silverman. He was living the life of a PGA caddy in 1982 when his aspirations to bring a ladies' professional golf tournament to Toledo became a reality. Silverman contacted John Laupheimer, the 1984 LPGA commissioner and received approval to host an LPGA tournament in Toledo. He returned home and secured the tournament's first 12 founding sponsors, who covered the purse that first year. Jamie Farr agreed to lend his name to the event and brought his celebrity friends to the tournament. The Toledo McDonald's franchises underwrote the operating expenses with the agreement that a portion of the money raised would benefit the Ronald McDonald House.
The tournament has become a highlighted stop on the LPGA tour. It was voted 5th favorite of all the stops. The purse has grown substantially from that first year to $1,750,000. The tournament has become a huge event in Northwest Ohio/Southeast Michigan attracting over 30,000 spectators. The community support has grown significantly over the years and is the largest sporting event in the area. The tournament attracts all ages to watch the greatest women golfers in the world compete.
Since 1984, the tournament has donated millions of dollars to local children's charities. Through the teamwork of over 1,500 volunteers and 400 local businesses, The Dana Open is making a difference for children in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.
2023 DANA OPEN TICKET OPTIONS
WEEKLY GROUNDS TICKETS
A Weekly Grounds ticket will allow you access to the grounds Tuesday through Sunday. There will be concession stands located throughout the course for purchase of food and beverages. (BOGO $60 - Limit: purchase 4 to receive 8 tickets)
SINGLE DAY GROUNDS
Single day grounds tickets will be available for purchase at the gate. $15 for Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday & $20 for Saturday and Sunday
WEEKLY CLUBHOUSE COURTYARD TICKET
Clubhouse Courtyard is located on the 18th green and will be a large-scale outdoor pavilion with upgraded restroom facilities and the opportunity to purchase upgraded food & beverages. Weekly Clubhouse Courtyard tickets will allow you access to the Clubhouse Courtyard and grounds Tuesday through Sunday. ($120)
Ticket includes entrance to the grounds. The Labatt & Truly Party Deck offers a fun and lively atmosphere overlooking the beautiful 17th green! Labatt Beer, Meomi Wine, Truly Seltzer, Pepsi products, and snacks are included in the price of each Party Deck ticket. Tickets available daily, Thursday-Sunday. ($100)
*Must be 21 years of age to enter the Labatt & Truly Party Deck.
Volunteer and Become An Insider!
Volunteer registration for 2023 is open! Sign up to become a volunteer for one of the biggest sporting events in northwest Ohio! Work alongside hundreds of volunteers as well as the world's best women golfers. Tournament dates are July 10 - July 16, 2023. These choices will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.
2023 Full Schedule of Events
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MONDAY, JULY 10
PNC Pro-Am – 7:30am Tee Times – Highland Meadows
Hylant Pro-Am – 12:00pm Tee Times – Highland Meadows
GATES CLOSED
TUESDAY, JULY 11
Practice Rounds (All day) – Highland Meadows
Dana Pro-Am – 8:30am Tee Times – Inverness Club
19th Hole Party Presented by O-I – 6:30pm – 9:30pm - Glass City Metropark - Market Hall/The Ribbon
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12
KeyBank Pro-Am – All Day
THURSDAY, JULY 13
First Round
Senior Day Presented by The Crescent- All seniors ages 55 and up will receive free admission for the opening round!
FRIDAY, JULY 14
Second Round
SATURDAY, JULY 15
Third Round
The Blade Day
SUNDAY, JULY 16
Final Round
Family Day Presented by Directions Credit Union- All families will receive free admission to the final round!
Visit the official website for complete details on the Dana Open site. After spending a hot summer’s day on the course with family and friends, it’s time to relax with a cool beverage and some great local eats around town. Check out some excellent options here. While you’re chillin’ out, don’t forget to share your tournament photos and adventures with us @ToledoCVB and use #ThisIsToledo on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
