More than great golf...

It's a great time.

Play with the Pros. Watch golf like a VIP.
Enjoy a concert for a cause. Be part of it all!

Experience a week of golf, good times and giving back

Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences returns to the Sonoran desert this spring with an exciting tournament week in Tucson, Arizona at the gorgeous La Paloma Country Club, March 2 – 9, 2025.

This unique PGA TOUR Champions event combines golf’s greatest players with an immersive week full of fun, food, drinks, music and giving back, with a focus on colon cancer awareness and all event proceeds staying here in Southern Arizona benefitting the Tucson Conquistadores, our local community, and a host of charities.

Play with the Pros

The PGA TOUR is the only major sport that allows an “average” golfer to participate alongside a professional. And our Pro-Am is your chance to spend the day with a real golf legend. 

With meals, drinks, parking, an awards party, shopping spree & so much more included, you and your guests will be treated like Pros for an immersive, all-day golf experience to remember. 

people watching a pro golfer put

Watch world-class golf

Enjoy professional golf from steps away. Entertain clients or co-workers. Engage with friends, family and fans. Spend the day or stay all week.

From grounds tickets to all-inclusive hospitality venues to custom VIP packages and more, there’s an option for everyone at the Cologuard Classic.

people watching a pro golfer put

Highlight your business

With over 38,000 people expected in attendance and millions more watching on TV, sponsoring the Cologuard Classic is the perfect way to showcase your company, show your love for Tucson, support local charities and see golf’s Champions.

The event receives over 429 MM total media impressions and all tournament proceeds stay right here in Southern Arizona, so give your business a boost at Tucson’s biggest golf event.

Enjoy professional golf from steps away. Entertain clients or co-workers. Engage with friends, family and fans. Spend the day or stay all week.

From grounds tickets to all-inclusive hospitality venues to custom VIP packages and more, there’s an option for everyone at the Cologuard Classic.

Military appreciation concert with Midland

Join Southern Arizona’s favorite sons – Double Grammy® nominees Midland – for a country concert ‘Under the Stars’ in support of of our local military and our Tucson Conquistadores charities.

Enjoy a memorable night of music featuring Midland and an array of Arizona acts including Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers, The Jons and Drew Cooper – all in recognition of our military and our partners DM50, Operation Hat Trick and the University of Arizona.

More events & on-site activities

From concerts to contests, VIP experiences to venues for our military, and tons of special events, fan areas and fun activities scheduled all week – there is so much to see, do, taste and try at the 2025 Cologuard Classic.

Patriots'
Outpost

As a thank you, all active military and veterans (and one guest per) can attend the tournament for FREE, plus you’ll get access to a private venue on #15 green, including complimentary food & drinks, and more.

VIP Honorary
Observer

Walk “inside the ropes” alongside a PGA TOUR Champion during their round. You and a guest will be introduced to the Pros, announced on the 1st tee, get autographs & photos, and be treated like a VIP all day long.

Dove
Club

Located inside the La Paloma clubhouse overlooking the 18th hole, you’ll enjoy climate-controlled indoor seating, a large outdoor patio, TVs everywhere, and food & beverages available for purchase.

Tournament Schedule

Sunday 3/3

Golf course closed to the public

Caboose Cup™ Am-Am

8:30 AM Check-in • 10 AM Shotgun Start • 3-5 PM Happy Hour

Enjoy some cocktails and golf with good friends in a fun, casual tournament for a great cause. This 4-person scramble is your chance to play the course in Championship conditions and includes food, drinks, prizes, and event tickets

Monday 3/4

Golf course closed to the public

Tom Murphy Memorial Golf Tournament for Special Olympics

9 AM Start • 11:30 AM Lunch

Celebrate the legacy of Tom Murphy – a Tucson Conquistadores legend and advocate for the Special Olympics- and cheer on our amazing athletes as they compete in a 3-hole event and putting challenge with lunch to follow.

Professional Practice Round: Day 1

All Day

The legends of the Champions Tour “warm-up” prior to official tournament play. Not open to the public.

Volunteer Appreciation Party

5:30-7:30 PM @ Volunteer Headquarters

This golf tournament doesn’t happen without the tireless efforts from hundreds of our cherished volunteers. This fun party for volunteers and their significant others is our small way of saying thanks for the hard work.

Tuesday 3/5

Golf course closed to the public

Professional Practice Round: Day 2

All Day

The legends of the Champions Tour “warm-up” prior to official tournament play. Not open to the public.

Official Pro-Am Pairings Party

6-9 PM @ The Westin La Paloma Resort

This exciting party prior to the Pro-Am includes gourmet food, great drinks and good music, and is when you get to find out which PGA TOUR Champion Professional you and your team will be paired with!

Wednesday 3/6

Golf course closed to the public

Official Pro-Am presented by Desert Diamond Casinos: Day 1

7:30 AM and 1:00 PM Shotgun starts

Spend the day hanging out with the legends of golf. You and your caddie will play inside the ropes alongside a PGA TOUR Champion, plus enjoy food, drinks, autographs, photos, and an exclusive shopping spree gift package.

Thursday 3/7

Golf course closed to the public

Official Pro-Am presented by Desert Diamond Casinos: Day 2

7:30 AM and 1:00 PM Shotgun starts

Enjoy an entire day of golf, gifts, and great memories as you and your caddie play inside the ropes alongside a PGA TOUR Champion, including enjoy food, drinks, autographs, photos, and an exclusive shopping spree.

Friday 3/8

Folds of Honor Friday

Official Opening Ceremonies

9:25 AM @ Hole #15 Green

Help us officially kick off the Cologuard Classic at our opening ceremonies happening on the 1st Hole with special guests, a spectacular F-16 flyover, the singing of the National Anthem and more.

Cologuard Classic: Round 1

Actual Starting Times TBD

78 of the best golfers to ever play the game begin their bid for the most coveted trophy in golf, as the Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences tournament officially tees off at La Paloma Country Club.

"Under the Stars" Concert Featuring Midland!

4 PM (Doors Open) – 4:30 PM (Show Starts) @ Rillito Park

Enjoy an unbelievable performance under the stars from local Tucson legends and Double Grammy® nominees Midland at this year’s Friday night military appreciation concert – happening offsite – in partnership with DM50.

Saturday 3/9

Dress In Blue Day

Wear blue, the official color of colorectal cancer awareness, to recognize and honor patients, survivors, and caregivers. Dress in Blue Day is presented by the Colorectal Cancer Alliance.

man swinging his driver golf club

Cologuard Classic: Round 2

Actual Starting Times TBD

PGA Champions continue their charge for the iconic Conquistadores Helmet trophy as the field focuses in on the second day of play at the Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences at La Paloma Country Club.

Sunday 3/10

Cologuard Classic: Final Round

Actual Starting Times TBD

Enjoy the exciting final round of golf at La Paloma Country Club as the legendary leaders make their surge for the top spot in their effort to be crowned champion of the Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences.

Tournament Closing Ceremony

Directly After the Last Putt Drops @ Hole 18 Green

Join the Cologuard Classic Champion as the winner is crowned on the 18th Green with the iconic Tucson Conquistadores helmet trophy alongside our sponsor and special guests, immediately following the final putt.

Sunday 3/3

Golf course closed to the public

Caboose Cup™ Am-Am

8:30 AM Check-in • 10 AM Shotgun Start • 3-5 PM Happy Hour

Enjoy some cocktails and golf with good friends in a fun, casual tournament for a great cause. This 4-person scramble is your chance to play the course in Championship conditions and includes food, drinks, prizes, and event tickets

Monday 3/4

Golf course closed to the public

Tom Murphy Memorial Golf Tournament for Special Olympics

9 AM Start • 11:30 AM Lunch

Celebrate the legacy of Tom Murphy – a Tucson Conquistadores legend and advocate for the Special Olympics- and cheer on our amazing athletes as they compete in a 3-hole event and putting challenge with lunch to follow.

Professional Practice Round: Day 1

All Day

The legends of the Champions Tour “warm-up” prior to official tournament play. Not open to the public.

Volunteer Appreciation Party

5:30-7:30 PM @ Volunteer Headquarters

This golf tournament doesn’t happen without the tireless efforts from hundreds of our cherished volunteers. This fun party for volunteers and their significant others is our small way of saying thanks for the hard work.

Tuesday 3/5

Golf course closed to the public

Professional Practice Round: Day 2

All Day

The legends of the Champions Tour “warm-up” prior to official tournament play. Not open to the public.

Official Pro-Am Pairings Party

6-9 PM @ The Westin La Paloma Resort

This exciting party prior to the Pro-Am includes gourmet food, great drinks and good music, and is when you get to find out which PGA TOUR Champion Professional you and your team will be paired with!

Wednesday 3/6

Golf course closed to the public

Official Pro-Am presented by Desert Diamond Casinos: Day 1

7:30 AM and 1:00 PM Shotgun starts

Spend the day hanging out with the legends of golf. You and your caddie will play inside the ropes alongside a PGA TOUR Champion, plus enjoy food, drinks, autographs, photos, and an exclusive shopping spree gift package.

Thursday 3/7

Golf course closed to the public

Official Pro-Am presented by Desert Diamond Casinos: Day 2

7:30 AM and 1:00 PM Shotgun starts

Enjoy an entire day of golf, gifts, and great memories as you and your caddie play inside the ropes alongside a PGA TOUR Champion, including enjoy food, drinks, autographs, photos, and an exclusive shopping spree.

Friday 3/8

Folds of Honor Friday

Official Opening Ceremonies

9:25 AM @ Hole #15 Green

Help us officially kick off the Cologuard Classic at our opening ceremonies happening on the 1st Hole with special guests, a spectacular F-16 flyover, the singing of the National Anthem and more.

Cologuard Classic: Round 1

Actual Starting Times TBD

78 of the best golfers to ever play the game begin their bid for the most coveted trophy in golf, as the Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences tournament officially tees off at La Paloma Country Club.

"Under the Stars" Concert Featuring Midland!

4 PM (Doors Open) – 4:30 PM (Show Starts) @ Rillito Park

Enjoy an unbelievable performance under the stars from local Tucson legends and Double Grammy® nominees Midland at this year’s Friday night military appreciation concert – happening offsite – in partnership with DM50.

Saturday 3/9

Dress In Blue Day

Wear blue, the official color of colorectal cancer awareness, to recognize and honor patients, survivors, and caregivers. Dress in Blue Day is presented by the Colorectal Cancer Alliance.

man swinging his driver golf club

Cologuard Classic: Round 2

Actual Starting Times TBD

PGA Champions continue their charge for the iconic Conquistadores Helmet trophy as the field focuses in on the second day of play at the Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences at La Paloma Country Club.

Sunday 3/10

Cologuard Classic: Final Round

Actual Starting Times TBD

Enjoy the exciting final round of golf at La Paloma Country Club as the legendary leaders make their surge for the top spot in their effort to be crowned champion of the Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences.

Tournament Closing Ceremony

Directly After the Last Putt Drops @ Hole 18 Green

Join the Cologuard Classic Champion as the winner is crowned on the 18th Green with the iconic Tucson Conquistadores helmet trophy alongside our sponsor and special guests, immediately following the final putt.