Dates: Monday 19 January – Friday 23 January 2026

Managed by PaR nz Golfing Holidays 

 

ENTRIES OPEN NOW

Be part of one of New Zealand's largest and longest-running multi-course golf tournaments. Established in the Bay of Plenty in 1995, this year marks the tournament’s 31st edition.

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EARLY BIRD OFFER

Enter on or before 1 November 2025 and pay NZD $460 per player.
Entries after 1 November 2025 are NZD $510 per player.

 

All local players—members of the five host clubs—pay NZD $360 per player.

The Bay of Plenty 5 Course Classic attracts over 350 golfers each year, including many locals and returning players. The camaraderie and lifelong friendships forged at the event are second to none. This hugely popular format also welcomes new golfers to the region, who enjoy a true “feast of golf” with five rounds over five days!  The Bay of Plenty is the perfect summer holiday destination—not only for golf, but also for its beaches, local shopping, restaurants, cafés, and exciting tourist adventures. Come and experience it for yourself!

 

GREAT SPONSOR

Barfoot & Thompson is delighted to announce its continued sponsorship of the prestigious 5 Course Classic 2025, a premier event showcasing the beauty and excellence of golfing in the Bay of Plenty.

 

As a longstanding leader in New Zealand's real estate market, Barfoot & Thompson is proud to serve Bay of Plenty communities with branches in Waihi Beach, Whangamatā, Omokoroa, Mount Maunganui, and Cherrywood Tauranga.

For more information about Barfoot & Thompson’s services or to explore exciting property opportunities, visit www.barfoot.co.nz or contact your local branch.

 

About Barfoot & Thompson: Founded over 100 years ago, Barfoot & Thompson is New Zealand’s largest privately-owned real estate company. With a commitment to integrity, professionalism, and community, the company continues to lead in residential, rural, and commercial real estate nationwide.

 

THE PROGRAMME

The tournament takes place over five days, with play on five championship courses: Mount Maunganui, Omanu, Omokoroa, Tauranga, and Te Puke.

Mount Maunganui is ranked among New Zealand’s Top 40 courses. Along with Te Puke, Tauranga, Omokoroa, and Omanu, these clubs regularly host national events:

• Te Puke hosted the NZ PGA in 2021.

• Tauranga and Mount Maunganui annually host NZ Charles Tour events.

• Omanu has hosted the Golf NZ Men’s & Women’s Mid-Am.

• Omokoroa has hosted the Golf NZ Women’s Autumn Foursomes and numerous national veterans’ tournaments.

 

The competition format is Stableford, played over five rounds. Under the World Handicap System, handicaps will be updated daily. Daily prizes are awarded, with overall prizes by gender and across multiple handicap divisions at week’s end.  The field is limited to the first 360 entries. Players are drawn into three equal groups and play a different course each day. You may nominate your playing rotation and list travelling friends on your entry form, and we will do our best to accommodate group requests.  The week features not only great golf but also lively social activities, all set against the Bay of Plenty’s best summer weather.  The Quest Mount Maunganui is our official tournament hotel and can be booked with your entry.

 

ELIGIBILITY

The event is open to men and women golfers from clubs across New Zealand, as well as international players from Australia, the Pacific, and beyond.

• Maximum handicap: 36.0 for men, 40.4 for women

• Minimum age: 20 years

 

TOURNAMENT ORGANISERS

The team from PaR nz Golfing Holidays will once again serve as tournament directors and event organisers. As multi-course specialists, the PaR nz team brings a high level of professionalism to this long-standing tournament.

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