Kapalua Plantation Course Reopens Amid Drought, PGA Cancels 2026 Sentry

The Kapalua Plantation Golf Course on Maui, closed since early September due to severe drought and water shortages, will reopen to the public on November 10, 2025, though it remains below PGA Tour standards with only 16 holes playable as restoration continues on two greens. The prolonged irrigation restrictions led the PGA Tour to cancel the 2026 Sentry tournament originally scheduled at Kapalua, with no replacement venue found, making the Sony Open at Waialae Country Club the season opener instead. Kapalua Golf's General Manager Alex Nakajima expressed gratitude to the agronomy team for their restoration efforts and highlighted the reopening's importance for the local economy and over 300 employees. Despite improvements, the Bay Course at Kapalua remains closed until further notice. Tee times for the Plantation Course will be available starting October 23, with a promotional rate of $399 for November rounds, including a $50 golf shop credit to compensate for the limited holes. The PGA Tour and Sentry Insurance acknowledged the difficulty of canceling the event but appreciated the collaborative efforts in assessing options amid challenging conditions.