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The future could be bright for the PGA Show in 2022. Rory Spears at the 2021 PGA Show, wearing Peak Vision sun-glasses.
THE PGA SHOW in Orlando is coming back in 2022.
The dates are January 25-28.
But the question remains, what will the response be, how many people will show up.
In recent years prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, attendance had grown to over 42,000.
After cancelling the in-person edition in 2021, and making the show virtual (which was not a big success) the real edition returns.
The PGA show has conducted studies and surveys already, to try and get a handle on who is coming in January. So the early results are in, and the news is good. Very good.
Apparently over 70% of the previous 42,000 are coming. With 19% percent of the other 30% still undecided. But not ruling out attending as of yet.
Most of the manufacturers are coming, so there will be plenty of booths. But one area that could take a hit is equipment companies.
Golfers on Golf has learned that equipment manufacturers such as TaylorMade, Wilson, Tour Edge, Ping, Mizuno are not attending. With Callaway’s presence being limited to apparel, golf balls, and some items like golf bags. Clubs will not be part of the show. Titleist as now seems to remain being committed making it’s normal presentation.
Over 450 exhibitors are coming, with 650 brands as of now expected to participate.
“The 2022 PGA Show will play an especially important role in helping the industry and PGA Professionals move forward from the pandemic. This will help capitalize on the growing interest in the sport and uncovering new tools to improve the grassroots golf experience,” said PGA of America President Jim Richerson. “Unprecedented strains on operations and supply chains issues due to Covid-19 have impacted nearly all industries. This includes golf. While we anticipate a short-term contraction of participation during this transition year, the 2022 PGA Show will continue to be the largest annual gathering of our membership with thousands of PGA Professionals and top buyers experiencing first-hand the innovative offerings from the more than 650 golf brands. The PGA Show will continue to build business for all who participate and be a bridge in 2022 to an exciting new era in golf.”
The schedule will still remain with a demo day at Orange County National Golf Club. But then followed with three days in the Orange County Convention Center. More details at PGAShow.com.