The LIA Research Institute, part of the Long Island Association, has released an analysis estimating that the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale will generate $160 million in economic activity for Long Island and create about 1,000 jobs. The event, taking place from September 25 to September 28, marks the first time the Ryder Cup is being held on Long Island.
The Ryder Cup is a biennial golf tournament featuring teams from the United States and Europe. According to Matt Cohen, President & CEO of the Long Island Association, “Long Island is an unparalleled place to live and work, and assets like the Bethpage Black Course allows our region to attract world-class sporting events including this year’s Ryder Cup. This preeminent golfing tournament will provide a unique opportunity for Long Island to host visitors throughout the world who will spend their money at our hotels and restaurants and boost job growth both on and off the course.”
Bryan Karns, Ryder Cup Director, commented on the broader impact: “We extend our gratitude to the Long Island Association for their insightful economic impact study, recognizing the significance of the Ryder Cup in the local region. When including the entire state of New York, the Ryder Cup will leave an economic impact far more than $200 million. Additionally, we look forward to continuing our relationship with Long Island in future championships, including the PGA Championship and the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.”
Dr. Steve Kent, Chief Economist of the LIA Research Institute, highlighted how spending related to major events extends through local communities: “The Ryder Cup economic impact goes well beyond the initial spend by the PGA of America, sponsors, and visitors; it creates a ripple effect through Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Our regional businesses also buy locally and hire locally, so there is a multiplier effect that percolates throughout Long Island.”
The analysis used data from previous U.S.-based Ryder Cups as well as other major golf tournaments such as past PGA Championships and U.S. Opens. Factors considered included projected attendance for this year’s event on Long Island, construction spending at Bethpage Black golf course, hotel availability and pricing. The IMPLAN calculation process was used to estimate total economic activity. The report found that anticipated direct spending during event week would be supplemented by indirect spending at local hotels and restaurants as well as induced impacts such as employee wage expenditures. Total labor income from hosting is forecasted at approximately $57 million.
Bethpage Black will also host additional major championships in coming years—the 2028 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and 2033 PGA Championship—expected to bring further economic benefits.
More information can be found at http://www.longislandassociation.org.
