Baseball and golf are set to collide in Calgary this summer.
The Rogers Charity Classic, a PGA Tour Champions event, will introduce a Toronto Blue Jays-themed ballpark experience at the 16th hole at Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club in celebration of the ball club's 50th season.
Classic Rogers Centre elements will be shipped west for the tournament, which runs Aug. 21-23, including roaming vendors with ballpark snacks, DJ and live organ music and player walk-up songs.
There will also be opportunities to meet and take photos with Blue Jays alumni as well as an exclusive spectator section for Rogers customers with premium viewing access.
“As proud owners of Canada’s team, we’re thrilled to bring the spirit of Blue Jays baseball to Calgary and create a truly memorable experience for fans at the Rogers Charity Classic,” Terrie Tweddle, Rogers' chief brand and communications officer said in a statement.
“This immersive experience not only celebrates the Blue Jays' 50th season, but will also help drive meaningful impact for families in Alberta.”
For every birdie made on the hole, $1,000 will be donated to Jays Care Foundation.
Additionally, Rogers announced a $1 million donation to support children's charities across Alberta through the Rogers Charity Classic on Monday.
“At the core of our mission to bring golf’s greatest stars back to Calgary each year is to leverage this event in an effort to make a positive impact on the youth in our community and their families,” Rogers Charity Classic chair Jim Riddell said in a statement.
“This donation represents our shared commitment with Rogers to helping children overcome challenges, access new opportunities, and experience the joy and hope every child deserves."
A record-setting $26.6 million was raised at last year's tournament for Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink, helping thousands of youth each year through programs focused on counselling, sports and family support.
Rogers has donated $1 million to kick off fundraising efforts for the tournament each year since becoming title sponsor in 2023.
More details on player availabilities and on-course experiences will be announced in the lead-up to the tournament.
