14th Annual “Pricey” Par 3 at Jupiter Dunes (Apr 17, 2026)
The 2026 PBCGA season gets underway with the event that sets the tone for everything that follows. The 14th Annual "Pricey" Par 3 Championship returns to Jupiter Dunes Golf Club on Friday, April 17, 2026 — an afternoon of precision, competition, and camaraderie on one of Florida's finest short courses. Sponsored by World Golf Hall of Famer Nick Price, this is the shot that starts the season.
Jupiter Dunes isn't a warmup — it's a test. Eighteen par-3 holes demand the same approach-shot precision you'd need on any championship layout. There's nowhere to hide, no driver to bail you out, and no excuses when the pin is tucked. Find your partner, sharpen your irons, and bring your short game.
"Eighteen par-3s. One partner. Zero excuses. The 2026 season starts April 17."
36 teams. One afternoon. Registration closes April 10.
Secure your spot before the field fills.
Event Highlights
18-hole Four-Ball Stroke Play — two-person teams, lower score counts on each hole. No penalty if one partner can't complete a hole.
One open division — no age splits. Amateurs and professionals both welcome. Pure competition, full stop.
$1,000 total purse with payouts to the top 3 teams, plus four closest-to-the-hole contests on holes 1, 9, 16, and 18.
Optional onsite Team Skins Game available for just $20 per team. Sign up on-site for a shot at extra cash on every hole.
Schedule — Friday, April 17
Jupiter Dunes Golf Club
Idyllically situated along Jupiter's natural estuary on North A1A, Jupiter Dunes is widely regarded as Florida's finest short course. Eighteen par-3 holes wind through natural terrain with ocean breezes that shift club selection on every hole. There's no such thing as a gimme at Jupiter Dunes — each shot demands full commitment and a precise strike. It's the perfect stage for the season's first competitive round.
Charles Schwab Hole-in-One Challenge
PBCGA Members can join the season-long Charles Schwab Hole-in-One Challenge for just $25. All aces recorded by Challenge members throughout the 2026 tournament season split the payout evenly at season's end. You must be registered before teeing off at any event for an ace to count — don't wait.
Nick Price
The "Pricey" Par 3 is proudly sponsored by World Golf Hall of Famer Nick Price — one of the most accomplished players in the history of the game and a longstanding champion of amateur golf in South Florida. The PBCGA is honored by Nick's continued generosity and commitment to growing the game at every level.
About the PBCGA
Since its inception in 1976, the Palm Beach Golf Association has been a cornerstone to the many excellent golfers residing in Palm Beach County. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the PBCGA conducts approximately 20 championships each year while promoting amateur golf throughout South Florida. Nearly 700 amateur golfers compete in PBCGA championships throughout the tournament season, playing the finest golf courses in the region.
The PBCGA has awarded over $485,000 in college scholarships to 195+ area students, partnering with Take Stock in Children – Palm Beach County to support deserving students through mentorship and tuition assistance. The Association is operated by Executive Director Jordan Schneider from its headquarters in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.