LIV Golf Louisiana Event Postponed: New Orleans Tournament Shifted from June 2026

Louisiana officials have announced the postponement of the LIV Golf event originally scheduled for June 2026 in New Orleans. In a joint statement released on April 28, 2026, Governor Jeff Landry and Louisiana Economic Development (LED) Secretary Bourgeois confirmed that the organization is now exploring the possibility of hosting the event later this fall.

Details of the Postponement

The decision follows a conversation on Friday between Secretary Bourgeois and LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil. During the discussion, O’Neil informed the Secretary that the organization seeks to push back the June 2026 date to evaluate a potential event for the autumn season.

Even as the immediate June window has been closed, state leaders emphasized a continued relationship with the league. In their official joint statement, Governor Landry and Secretary Bourgeois noted, “We appreciate LIV’s good-faith efforts and look forward to maintaining our partnership as we continue conversations around an event later this year.”

Financial Terms and Community Investment

The postponement brings specific financial adjustments regarding state incentives. According to the joint statement, the state of Louisiana has already paid $3.2 million in accordance with the existing contract.

To protect taxpayer interests while maintaining local benefits, the following financial arrangements have been established:

• Refund of Incentives: LIV Golf is expected to return all state incentive funds.
• City Park Upgrades: An exception has been made for $2 million already invested in upgrades for City Park. These funds will remain in place to ensure the community continues to benefit from the improvements.

Key Takeaways

• Event Status: The June 2026 New Orleans event is postponed.
• New Timeline: LIV Golf is exploring a potential event for the fall of 2026.
• Financial Recovery: State incentive funds are expected to be returned, excluding $2 million dedicated to City Park upgrades.
• State Position: Louisiana remains focused on opportunities that deliver value to its communities.

Looking Ahead

Despite the scheduling shift, Louisiana officials remain optimistic about the state’s economic momentum. The state continues to emphasize its commitment to partnerships that drive capital investment and job creation. For now, the focus remains on the ongoing dialogue between the LED and LIV Golf leadership to determine the viability and format of a fall tournament.