DESERT CLASSIC 60th Anniversary

This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the Desert Classic. The golf tournament has been known by many names over the years and draws golf fans from around the world. This year the Desert Classic PGA TOUR golf event and the Desert Classic Concert Series will again provide fans with a week-long, festival-style entertainment event, bringing together amazing music, great local food and the world’s best golfers on one stage.

The Desert Classic will be played at the iconic PGA WEST Stadium, PGA WEST Nicklaus and La Quinta Country Club courses, January 17-20. Phil Mickelson will once again serve as tournament ambassador, competing against the best golfers in the world. Defending champion Jon Rahm will also be returning to defend his title.

The concert series on will begin on Friday night with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar and his supergroup The Circle scheduled. The band will take fans on a musical journey through rock history with an expansive set list. Rock supergroup Bad Company with legendary singer/songwriter, Paul Rodgers, will take the stage on Saturday night performing their chart-topping hits Bad Company, Can’t Get Enough, Feel Like Makin’ Love, Shooting Star and many more.

Daily tickets to the 60th Anniversary Desert Classic are only $30 and can be purchased online in advance. All tickets include admission to the PGA TOUR golf tournament, Concert on the range after golf, the Vons Fan Pavilion on the 18th green, Casamigos Tequila Club 17 and Michelob Ultra Beers fore Birdies on the 16th green. There are no cover charges or upgraded tickets needed again this year for admission to the on-course hospitality venues or to attend the concerts. For more event information and to buy tickets please visit Desert-Classic.com.

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