The 19th Annual Blue Ridge Open Charity Golf Classic will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at the Hanging Rock Golf Course in Salem, Virginia. Started by Virginia’s Blue Ridge Hospitality Association in 2007, this event helps to raise scholarship funds for deserving students in our region who are committed to the hospitality and travel industries.
Since 2012, proceeds from this event has generated over $225,000 in scholarships for local students majoring in hospitality. Tourism is a growing industry within our region, and it is critical that we continue to develop our future leaders.
Registration coming soon!
Hanging Rock Golf Course
The Blue Ridge Open Golf Classic takes place annually at the picturesque Hanging Rock Golf Course:
Hanging Rock Golf Course
​1500 Red Lane
Salem, VA 24153
Tournament Rules
- 11:30 AM Shotgun Start
- Two (2) flights grouped together by handicaps
- Four (4) person captain’s choice
- No minimum drive required
- Ties settled by matching scorecards backwards from #18
- VSGA rules govern play, as modified by local rules
Gifts & Prizes
​We take great pride in having some incredible prizes available to eligible players. Attendees will have the chance to head home with wonderful hotel stays, dinner certificates, rounds of golf, and much more!
Prizes will also be awarded for 1st and 2nd place finish teams in each flight, as well as closest to the pin and longest drive.
LEVELS OF SUPPORT
Corporate Sponsor - $1,100
- ​Company recognition on all promotional materials
- Green and cart fees for four (4) players
- Unlimited range balls​
- Four (4) invitations to pre-tournament Welcome Reception, held Monday, April 28th at the Hotel Roanoke
A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR 2025 BLUE RIDGE OPEN SPONSORS
