Thousands of fans will descend on the island during the third week of April to watch their favorite golfers in action, join in on the event’s festivities, and take in everything that the beautiful, Hilton Head Island has to offer. A lively week that gives even the busiest of summer days a run for their money, the island transforms into #PlaidNation (in other words, the tournament’s contagious buzz turns everyone into a golf fan). And we simply wouldn’t have it any other way!
There’s no question that the Palmetto State is known for its quality golf courses, with a heavy concentration of award-winning greens dotting its entire coastline. The PGA Tour will be making two stops in South Carolina in 2024: the first in April at the historic RBC Heritage on Hilton Head Island, and the first-ever Myrtle Beach Classic following closely behind in May.
Both tournaments will see some of the world’s top professional golfers, but the RBC Heritage has a definite advantage as being one of the PGA Tour’s Eight Signature Events in 2024. These Signature Events are an updated list of Designated Events, a new concept that rolled out in 2023. Signature Events are all limited field events that feature top golfers along with a $20 million purse and 700 FedExCup points awarded to the winner.
List of Signature Events in 2024
The Sentry, Jan. 1-7
AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, Jan. 29-Feb. 4
The Genesis Invitational, Feb 12-18
Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, March 4-10
RBC Heritage, April 15-21
Wells Fargo Championship, May 6-12
Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, June 3-9
Travelers Championship, June 17-23
The Heritage is played at one of the pros’ favorite courses on the tour, Harbour Town Golf Links. Within the Sea Pines property, this course is popular among many golfers and is kept in pristine condition for public play year-round. Not only are players treated to extraordinary views, but the narrow corridors of the greens make for a bracing challenge. Of course, finishing on the 18th with the gorgeous view of the Atlantic Ocean and Harbour Town Lighthouse is almost worth the whole game itself.
Our advice? Make your resort reservations and purchase your tickets to the tournament ASAP if you haven’t already.
Take a look at this year’s schedule of events:
Monday, April 15th
RBC Heritage Monday Golf Outing Presented by Boeing
The course will be closed to spectators.
Tuesday, April 16th
Opening Ceremonies
12:00 pm
18th Green
Attend the traditional opening ceremonies and parade in Harbour Town. This year’s parade will include 2023 champion, Matt Fitzpatrick, board members of the Heritage Classic Foundation, volunteers of the tournament, state dignitaries, and Citadel’s Regimental Pipe Band.
Pro Practice Rounds
All Day
Wednesday, April 17th
RBC Heritage Pro-Am
7:00am-9:00am
RBC Heritage Golf Outing
12:00-2:00pm
Thursday, April 18th
First Round
7:30am-2:00pm
Friday, April 19th
Second Round
7:30am-2:00pm
Saturday, April 20th: Plaid Nation Day
Third Round
7:30am-2:00pm
Plaid Nation Games
12:00-2:00pm
Heritage Lawn
Sunday, April 21st
Sunrise Service
7:30am
Liberty Oak
No ticket is needed to attend this nondenominational service. Local ministers and a PGA Tour Professional will speak.
Final Round
7:30am-2:00pm
The trophy presentation will be held immediately after play has ended on the 18th green.
To purchase tickets or to find more information about the tournament, visit the RBC Heritage Website.
