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ORLANDO, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–<\/span>Hilton Grand Vacations Inc.<\/a> (NYSE: HGV), the premier vacation ownership and experiences company, announces a powerhouse entertainment lineup for the 2026 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions<\/a>. Returning to Lake Nona Golf & Country Club from Jan. 29 to Feb. 1, 2026, the LPGA Tour season opener will pair LPGA champions from the previous two seasons with celebrity athletes, musicians and TV personalities for world-class competition and unforgettable experiences both on and off the course. HGV, a leader in experiential travel, is once again delivering exclusive entertainment with a private, three-night concert series at Lake Nona\u2019s Boxi Park featuring Kelly Clarkson<\/b>, The Beach Boys<\/b> and Ella Langley<\/b>.<\/p>\n \nMulti-platinum recording artist and Emmy-winning talk show host Kelly Clarkson will headline the tournament\u2019s concert finale on Saturday, Jan. 31. The inaugural winner of \u201cAmerican Idol,\u201d Clarkson is known for her powerhouse vocals and global hits including \u201cSince U Been Gone,\u201d \u201cStronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)\u201d and \u201cBecause of You.\u201d A three-time Grammy Award winner, she remains one of the most dynamic live performers in pop music. Clarkson\u2019s Saturday night performance will serve as a powerful close to the tournament week, delivering a high-energy, can\u2019t-miss show for invited members, guests and tournament sponsors.<\/p>\n \nThe legendary Beach Boys will kick off the concert series on Tuesday, Jan. 27, with their iconic blend of rock and California soul. With a catalog spanning six decades and timeless hits like \u201cGood Vibrations,\u201d \u201cSurfin\u2019 U.S.A.\u201d and \u201cWouldn\u2019t It Be Nice,\u201d the band will bring its signature sound to Lake Nona in a nostalgic performance that\u2019s sure to resonate with fans of all ages.<\/p>\n \nRising country artist Ella Langley, one of the genre\u2019s most talked-about new voices, will perform on Thursday, Jan. 29. Known for her RIAA Platinum-certified hits \u201cyou look like you love me\u201d and \u201cweren\u2019t for the wind,\u201d Langley brings a fresh voice to country music, blending Southern storytelling with a modern rock edge. Her breakout year includes five major wins at the 2025 ACM Awards including Artist of the Year, Single of the Year, Music Event of the Year and Visual Media of the Year. She also earned the 2024 CMA Award for Musical Event of the Year. Langley\u2019s performance is expected to be a standout moment of the concert series, offering guests a glimpse of one of country music\u2019s most exciting emerging talents.<\/p>\n \n\u201cThe HGV Tournament of Champions is where elite competition and world-class entertainment come together in a way that\u2019s truly unique to HGV,\u201d said Mark Wang, CEO of Hilton Grand Vacations. \u201cIn 2026, we\u2019re raising the bar even higher, creating an unforgettable showcase for our members and guests, and celebrating the extraordinary talent and rising momentum of the LPGA Tour.\u201d<\/p>\n \nThe four-day tournament will feature LPGA Tour winners from the previous two seasons competing for a $2.1 million purse, alongside a roster of celebrity athletes and entertainers playing in a separate modified Stableford format. All rounds will be nationally televised, with Thursday and Friday airing on Golf Channel and weekend coverage on both NBC and Peacock.<\/p>\n \nLast year\u2019s tournament saw A Lim Kim and NHL All-Star Joe Pavelski take home the titles in the professional and celebrity divisions. Past celebrity participants have included actor and comedian Brian Baumgartner; FIFA Women’s World Cup champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist Brandi Chastain; NBC News meteorologist Dylan Dreyer; NBA All-Star Blake Griffin; World Golf Hall of Famer Annika S\u00f6renstam; and Pro Football Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith, among others.<\/p>\n \nTo learn more about the tournament and inquire about sponsorship opportunities that provide exclusive access to the tournament and concert series, visit www.HGVLPGA.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n \nAbout Hilton Grand Vacations Inc.<\/b><\/p>\n \nHilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE: HGV) is recognized as a leading global timeshare company and is the exclusive vacation ownership partner of Hilton. With headquarters in Orlando, Florida, Hilton Grand Vacations develops, markets, and operates a system of brand-name, high-quality vacation ownership resorts in select vacation destinations. Hilton Grand Vacations has a reputation for delivering a consistently exceptional standard of service, and unforgettable vacation experiences for guests and nearly 725,000 Club Members. Membership with the Company provides best-in-class programs, exclusive services and maximum flexibility for our Members around the world.<\/p>\n \nFor more information, visit www.corporate.hgv.com<\/a>. Follow us on Instagram<\/a>, Facebook<\/a>, LinkedIn<\/a>, X (formerly Twitter)<\/a>, Pinterest<\/a> and YouTube<\/a>.<\/p>\n \nAbout the LPGA<\/b><\/p>\n \nThe Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) is the world\u2019s premier women\u2019s professional golf organization. Created in 1950 by 13 pioneering female Founders, the LPGA, whose Members now represent nearly 40 countries, is the longest-standing professional women\u2019s sports organization. Through the LPGA Tour, the Epson Tour, the LPGA Professionals, and a joint venture with the Ladies European Tour, the LPGA provides female professionals the opportunity to pursue their dreams in the game of golf at the highest level. In addition to its professional tours and teaching accreditation programs, the LPGA features a fully integrated Foundation, which provides best-in-class programming for female golfers through its junior golf programming, and its LPGA Amateurs division, which offers its members playing and learning opportunities around the world. The LPGA aims to use its unique platform to inspire, transform and advance opportunities for girls and women, on and off the golf course.<\/p>\n \nFollow the LPGA online at www.LPGA.com<\/a> and download its mobile apps on Apple<\/a> or Google Play<\/a>. Join the social conversation on Facebook<\/a>, X (formerly known as Twitter)<\/a>, Instagram<\/a> and YouTube<\/a>.<\/p>\n \nAbout the LPGA Tour<\/b><\/p>\n \nThe LPGA Tour is the world\u2019s leading competitive destination for the best female professional golfers in the world. The Tour hosts more than 32 annual events across 12 countries for over 200 athletes, awarding total prize funds exceeding $129 million and reaching television audiences in more than 220 countries. Follow the LPGA Tour on its U.S. television home, Golf Channel.<\/p>\n \nAbout Lake Nona Golf & Country Club<\/b><\/p>\n \nRecognized as one of the world\u2019s top private golf club communities, Lake Nona Golf & Country Club sits at the heart of Lake Nona, one of the fastest growing and innovative master-planned communities in America that is establishing a new standard of living for its residents with groundbreaking initiatives around technology, mobility, and wellbeing. For nearly 40 years, Lake Nona Golf & Country Club has delivered exceptional Central Florida living, combining natural splendor with a dynamic lifestyle amidst a sanctuary of luxury estate homes. The unique opportunity to live and play at Lake Nona is enhanced by a wealth of amenities, including a Tom Fazio-designed, championship golf course, a fully equipped golf performance center, a 40,000-square-foot Clubhouse, an array of sports and recreational facilities and services, and a trio of waterways. Guided by a continual pursuit of excellence, highlighted by exceptional family experiences and outstanding service, Lake Nona Golf & Country Club will continue to set the benchmark for lifestyle-driven club communities for years to come.<\/p>\n \nFor more information, visit: www.lakenona.club<\/a>.<\/p>\n \nAbout Lake Nona<\/b><\/p>\n \nPlanned and developed by the Tavistock Development Company, Lake Nona is one of the fastest growing and most innovative communities in America. Located in Orlando, Florida, the 17-square-mile community has established a new standard of living for its residents with groundbreaking initiatives around technology, mobility, and wellbeing. Lake Nona is located contiguous to Orlando International Airport in the most visited destination in the U.S. The smart and connected community\u2019s advanced infrastructure and commitment to collaboration has drawn visionary companies and entrepreneurs from across the globe to join its living lab environment accelerating economic growth and opportunity across health and life sciences, education, hospitality, and sports and performance. Lake Nona\u2019s attractive business ecosystem is enhanced by a thriving cultural landscape defined by iconic architecture and engaging public art installations, miles of trails and walkable green spaces, weekly signature events, shopping, dining and entertainment options set amongst Central Florida\u2019s beautiful natural landscape and year-round sunshine.<\/p>\n \nFor more information, visit www.lakenona.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n