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The U.S. Senior Open Returns to Colorado Springs
Professional and amateur golfers will converge on Colorado Springs this summer, as the Broadmoor Resort welcomes the 45th annual U.S. Senior Open. This premier golf event welcomes professional and amateur golfers as they compete on the Broadmoor Golf Club’s East Course, one of the top golf courses in the United States.
Competition for the event is fierce. This year, 156 professional and amateur golfers over the age of 50 will battle for a share of a multi-million dollar prize fund. Golf Digest declared the tournament the most lucrative of the senior majors in 2024, which is good news for the winner. In 2024, Richard Bland took home $800,000 from the event in Rhode Island at the Newport Country Club.
Tournament Information
- Dates: June 25-29
- Cost: Tickets start at $30. Youth 17 and under are FREE.
- Location: Hosted by the historic Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs. 1 Lake Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Helpful Hint: Book early to ensure accommodations, rental cars, dining reservations or any other time-sensitive needs. June is a peak season in Colorado Springs and it will be busy!
Broadmoor Golf Club’s East Course
The Broadmoor is understandably proud of the East Course — and so was architect Donald Ross. He declared it his “best work” upon completion. In the 1950s-1960s, the course was updated by another famous and influential golf course architect, Robert Trent Jones, Sr. In short, the East Course has quite the pedigree. There’s a reason it’s one of the top golf destinations in the United States.
The EastCourse is known for being challenging. There are trees located along the fairways, which are expansive. The terrain can be tricky to master, with many players noting a bit of an optical illusion on the greens that can skew tee placement. Many golfers also point out that you don’t have to be a long hitter to succeed on this course but you will need to be controlled and prepare for difficult putting. The Broadmoor offers golfers this piece of advice: “The best tip we can offer for those taking on this open course is to remember that putts break away from the mountains.” Golf Digest also offers a comprehensive look at the course.
The East Course has been home to many highly prestigious golfing events. In the last 20 years the Broadmoor has hosted the 2008 U.S. Senior Open, 2011 U.S. Women’s Open and the 2018 U.S. Senior Open. It was home to Jack Nicklaus’ first big win and Annika Sorenstam’s first major title. Celebrities, presidents and famous athletes from other sports have all played on the East Course, as well. The Broadmoor is also home to another championship course known as the West Course.
The Historic Broadmoor Resort
The Broadmoor Resort is a stunning location that sits on 5,000 acres at the base of Cheyenne Mountain. The hotel offers luxury accommodations, including rooms, suites, townhomes and other unique options. Guests and visitors will find multiple restaurants for fine dining, although reservations should probably be made as soon as you finish reading this. The property truly is lovely and there’s a lot for visitors to do while they are here.
The resort has worked hard to make the 2025 U.S. Senior Open an event that is welcoming to all, including families. Kids 17 and under receive free admission and there will be fun activities to help younger kids burn off energy. The resort has also worked hard to provide accessible seating options and has an entire committee dedicated to disability services.
Volunteer Opportunities with the U.S. Senior Open
If you live and breathe the sport of golf, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to become a volunteer. It’s as close as you can get to the action without being a golfer (or a caddie) yourself. The U.S. Senior Open operates 16 different volunteer committees that oversee the event from start to finish. The diversity of the committees allows volunteers to find the best opportunity for their schedule and skillset. These opportunities fill up incredibly fast, so don’t wait until a few weeks before they open to sign up. Some volunteer roles may even require additional training or vetting before you can participate.
If you would like to learn more about these roles, check out the volunteer committee descriptions here. Volunteering gets you several “perks” in addition to being a part of the fun. You will receive credentials for the entirety of the event, as well as branded gear like shirts, headwear, logo pins, water bottles and bags. Volunteers are asked to work a minimum of four shifts for up to six hours long and will receive food and drinks during their shift. Volunteers must be 18 years or older. Individuals 14 and up may participate in the standard bearer committee. Get more information and sign up here.
U.S. Senior Open Volunteer Committees
- Admissions & Info Services
- Caddie Hospitality
- Course Evacuation
- Courtesy Cars
- Disability Services
- Hospitality Greeters
- Marshals
- Merchandise
- NBC Broadcast Support
- On Course Supplies
- Player Shuttles
- Practice Areas
- Shotlink
- Standard Bearers
- Volunteer Services
- Walking Scorers
Things to Do in Colorado Springs
The U.S. Senior Open is hosted during one of the most beautiful times of year to visit Southern Colorado. The weather is warm and all of the attractions are in full swing for summer. While Colorado Springs does have a bit of an oxygen deficit compared to other cities that have hosted in the past, we also have a mosquito and humidity deficit, making the Pikes Peak region a great place to enjoy the outdoors. Not only that, there is so much to do before and after the tournament (or whenever you’re not glued to the green).
Here are some of the places visitors love most:
- Cheyenne Mountain Zoo: North America’s only mountainside zoo is a great destination for families and adults. Feed giraffes, ride the carousel or take a Sky Ride to the yurt. Advance admission required.
- Pikes Peak — America’s Mountain: Summit the fourteener that inspired “America the Beautiful” and see for yourself if this massive mountain is worth the hype (it is). Advance tickets required.
- Old Colorado City: This historic district offers dining, shopping and entertainment, plus several breweries and a laid-back nightlife.
- Broadmoor Outfitters: Enjoy unforgettable experiences tailored to the activities you love — or those you’ve always wanted to try. We hear they offer falcon lessons …
- Garden of the Gods: Tour the towering formations in a park that is completely free. Early and late hours are the best to visit, as the park gets crowded in the summer. Be sure to pay a visit to the Garden of the Gods Trading Post for ice cream!
- Seven Falls: This series of crashing waterfalls isn’t called “the grandest mile” for no reason. The photo opportunities here will give you unforgettable memories and so will the trails that take you to the falls.
If this is your first time visiting Colorado, here are some links that can help:
5 Great Parks Near Colorado Springs
What to Pack for Colorado Springs
Explore Colorado Springs with PikeRide
We hope everyone has a great time attending the U.S. Senior Open in Colorado Springs. Please enjoy your stay in our beautiful city and best of luck to all of the competitors!
