BOB HOPE CLASSIC INFORMATION:
Location: Palm Desert, California; La Quinta, California
Date: January
Started: 1960
The Bob Hope Classic, or "The Hope," is a golf tournament played in California's Coachella Valley in January each year. This tournament is well-known for its celebrity pro-am, which has seen the likes of Bing Crosby, Burt Lancaster, Kirk Douglas, Phil Harris and Desi Arnaz tee off during tournament play. In 1965, Bob Hope, one of Hollywood's best golfers, added his name to the tournament and became the Classic's Board Chairmain. This is an event you do not want to miss. For four days, celebrities from all walks of fame join the PGA players on the course for a classic tournament. Get your tickets to this special event in PGA Golf - the Bob Hope Classic.