Oakland Hills Announces $100 Million Clubhouse Opening for 2026

One of Michigan’s most iconic golf clubs is entering a major new chapter with a nearly $100 million investment at its core.

Oakland Hills Country Club has announced its new clubhouse, part of a project totaling approximately $96.5 million, is on track to open in spring 2026. The rebuild comes four years after the historic clubhouse was lost in a devastating fire in 2022, marking one of the most significant restoration efforts in Michigan golf.

Located in Bloomfield Hills, Oakland Hills is widely regarded as one of the premier private golf clubs in the United States. The property has hosted 17 major championships, including multiple U.S. Opens, PGA Championships, and the 2004 Ryder Cup, cementing its place as one of the most important venues in American golf.

The new clubhouse is part of what the club has called the “Next 100 Project,” a comprehensive redevelopment effort designed to both honor the past and position Oakland Hills for the future. The structure has been carefully designed to closely resemble the original clubhouse, maintaining its recognizable exterior while incorporating modern building techniques, expanded amenities, and updated infrastructure.

Inside, the facility will feature upgraded dining areas, locker rooms, event space, and enhanced member amenities, all while preserving the traditional layout and character that defined the original building. The project also includes improvements beyond the clubhouse itself, such as a new greens and grounds facility and enhancements to practice areas and operations.

The scale of the investment, approaching $100 million, reflects both the significance of Oakland Hills within the game and the club’s long-term commitment to maintaining its status as a championship-caliber venue. Funding for the project has come through a combination of insurance proceeds, member assessments, and dues.

For members, the return of the clubhouse represents more than just a physical structure. Since the fire, the club has operated without its central gathering space, making this reopening a key moment in restoring the full Oakland Hills experience. The clubhouse has historically served as the social and cultural centerpiece of the club, and its return will reestablish that role.

From a broader Michigan golf perspective, the project underscores the continued strength and investment within the state’s golf industry. Michigan remains one of the top golf markets in the country, and developments of this scale reinforce its position nationally.

The timing also aligns with Oakland Hills’ future as a major championship venue. The club is scheduled to host multiple upcoming USGA events, including future U.S. Opens, and the new clubhouse will play a key role in supporting those championships.

As the anticipated spring 2026 opening approaches, Oakland Hills Country Club is set to restore one of the most recognizable clubhouses in American golf, blending tradition with modern investment in a way few clubs can match.

One of Michigan’s most iconic golf clubs is entering a major new chapter with a nearly $100 million investment at its core.

Oakland Hills Country Club has announced its new clubhouse, part of a project totaling approximately $96.5 million, is on track to open in spring 2026. The rebuild comes four years after the historic clubhouse was lost in a devastating fire in 2022, marking one of the most significant restoration efforts in Michigan golf.

Located in Bloomfield Hills, Oakland Hills is widely regarded as one of the premier private golf clubs in the United States. The property has hosted 17 major championships, including multiple U.S. Opens, PGA Championships, and the 2004 Ryder Cup, cementing its place as one of the most important venues in American golf.

The new clubhouse is part of what the club has called the “Next 100 Project,” a comprehensive redevelopment effort designed to both honor the past and position Oakland Hills for the future. The structure has been carefully designed to closely resemble the original clubhouse, maintaining its recognizable exterior while incorporating modern building techniques, expanded amenities, and updated infrastructure.

Inside, the facility will feature upgraded dining areas, locker rooms, event space, and enhanced member amenities, all while preserving the traditional layout and character that defined the original building. The project also includes improvements beyond the clubhouse itself, such as a new greens and grounds facility and enhancements to practice areas and operations.

The scale of the investment, approaching $100 million, reflects both the significance of Oakland Hills within the game and the club’s long-term commitment to maintaining its status as a championship-caliber venue. Funding for the project has come through a combination of insurance proceeds, member assessments, and dues.

For members, the return of the clubhouse represents more than just a physical structure. Since the fire, the club has operated without its central gathering space, making this reopening a key moment in restoring the full Oakland Hills experience. The clubhouse has historically served as the social and cultural centerpiece of the club, and its return will reestablish that role.

From a broader Michigan golf perspective, the project underscores the continued strength and investment within the state’s golf industry. Michigan remains one of the top golf markets in the country, and developments of this scale reinforce its position nationally.

The timing also aligns with Oakland Hills’ future as a major championship venue. The club is scheduled to host multiple upcoming USGA events, including future U.S. Opens, and the new clubhouse will play a key role in supporting those championships.

As the anticipated spring 2026 opening approaches, Oakland Hills Country Club is set to restore one of the most recognizable clubhouses in American golf, blending tradition with modern investment in a way few clubs can match.