The PGA TOUR’s signature event – THE PLAYERS Championship – offers all active duty, retired and reserve military personnel and their dependents with FREE admission to the tournament (May 9 – 14, 2017) in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.
That’s not all. Here’s a list of military-specific activities taking place throughout the week:
· Military Appreciation Day: THE PLAYERS Championship honors the military with a ceremony on Tuesday, May 9th where GRAMMY® nominated artist Sam Hunt will perform a special performance.
· Birdies for the Brave® Patriots’ Outpost: Throughout the tournament week, all active military members, veterans and their dependents will have access to an exclusive hospitality tent which offers complimentary food, beverages and activities.
· Military Job Fair at THE PLAYERS: In partnership with the Jacksonville Military Veterans Coalition, the sixth annual Military Job Fair is free and open to military personnel, veterans and military spouses who are seeking employment. There will be free career counseling, resume-writing assistance and information on local educational institutions.
· Operation Shower: In partnership with THE PLAYERS, Birdies for the Brave® will host a group baby shower for 40 military moms-to-be. The event will feature the Operation Shower’s signature Shower-In-A-Box – gifts of high-quality products for moms and babies.
This is a great activity for those in the military looking to travel – and save some money. Northeast Florida also offers a unique experience for everyone. Just a few miles away, travelers can visit St. Augustine (just celebrated its 450th anniversary in 2015), the nation’s most historic city, including popular attractions such as the historic Lighthouse, Castillo de San Marcos, and Pirates Museum.
THE PLAYERS offers complimentary admission for military; discounted admission for veterans
In 2016, THE PLAYERS issued more than 30,000 complimentary military tickets.
THE PLAYERS is once again proud to continue its policy of providing free or affordable access to the tournament for men and women of the U.S. Armed Services.
THE PLAYERS provides all career military (active duty, Reserve, military retirees and dependents) with complimentary admission to the tournament all week.
All military must bring printed vouchers and photo IDs to the Military Tickets trailers located at any of the tournament gates. At the trailers, vouchers will be exchanged for complimentary tournament tickets for career military and dependents. THE PLAYERS also provides veterans the opportunity to purchase up to two (2) discounted tournament tickets at the trailers.
Parking is free for everyone Tuesday-Wednesday. Beginning Thursday, everyone (including military) must purchase parking passes in advance of the tournament. Those who carpool with four or more can park for free under THE PLAYERS “Four for Free” policy. All parking information can be found here.
