Tournament Facts
BMW Championship Highlights.
Conducted by the Western Golf Association to benefit the Evans Scholars Foundation, the BMW Championship is the second of three events in the PGA TOUR Playoffs for the FedExCup and determines the final field of 30 for the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta.
| Event Title: | BMW Championship |
| Date: | August 25-30, 2020 |
| Location: | Olympia Fields Country Club; Olympia Fields, IL |
| Purse: | $9.25 million in prize money |
| Field: | 70 finalists in the PGA TOUR Playoffs for the FedExCup |
| FedExCup Playoffs: | Penultimate event, Top 70 players |
| Defending Champion: | Justin Thomas |
| Title Sponsor: | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Conducted By: | Western Golf Association |
| Volunteers: | Estimated 2,000-plus volunteers |
| Beneficiary: | Evans Scholars Foundation |
Schedule of Events
Tournament Schedule.
Join in the excitement of the PGA TOUR Playoffs: the BMW Championship at Medinah Country Club, August 13-18, 2019.
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Tuesday, August 25 |
8:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m. |
Gates Open, Admissions Office Open Professional Practice Rounds Approximate Gates Closing |
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Wednesday, August 26: |
6:30 a.m. 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. |
Gates Open, Admissions Office Open Gardner-Heidrick Pro-Am A.M. Times Gardner-Heidrick Pro-Am P.M. Times Approximate Gates Closing |
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Thursday, August 27: |
8:00 a.m. 9:10 a.m. - 1:23 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Gates Open, Admissions Office Open BMW Championship Round 1, Tee Times (3-Somes) Coverage on Golf Channel |
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Friday, August 28: |
8:00 a.m. 9:10 a.m. - 1:23 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m |
Gates Open, Admissions Office Open BMW Championship Round 2, Tee Times (3-Somes) Coverage on Golf Channel
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Saturday, August 29: |
7:00 a.m. 7:10 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m |
Gates Open, Admissions Office Open BMW Championship Round 3, Tee Times (3-Somes) Coverage on NBC
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Sunday, August 30: |
7:00 a.m. 7:10 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m |
Gates Open, Admissions Office Open BMW Championship Final Round, Tee Times (2-Somes) Coverage on NBC
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* All times are CDT and subject to change
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions.
| I have questions about tickets, where can I learn more? Visit the ticket page and view our ticket holder policy section at the bottom. Are tickets needed for children? Juniors 15 and under receive complimentary grounds admission when accompanied by an adult. No ticket is needed for juniors who should proceed to the main gate for tournament entry. There is a limit of 4 juniors for each ticketed adult. Juniors must have their own hospitality ticket to gain access to a hospitality venue* where complimentary food and beverages are offered. Juniors may enter the Trophy Club, or the BMW Owners' Pavilion without a ticket when accompanied by a properly ticketed adult. *Includes Clock Tower Club, Centennial Club, Green Coat Club, Clubhouse Rooms, and all corporate hospitality venues. Are there Military Discounts? Active Duty, Retirees, Active Reserve, and Veterans of any branch of service will receive complimentary admission each day of the tournament. Please see our Veterans Policy at the bottom of the ticket page for complete information. Can I leave the tournament and then come back on the same day? Re-entry is not permitted for any ticket holders. Do you offer ticket refunds? There are no refunds or exchanges. All sales are final. What is the Trophy Club? The Trophy Club is a hospitality pavilion located on the 7th green. Upgraded food and beverages are available for purchase inside this area. The tent is climate controlled, and has open seating. Kids 15 and under do not need a ticket if accompanied by a ticketed adult. Will tickets be available at the gate? Yes, tickets will be available at all gates when gates are open Tuesday, August 25 – Sunday, August 30. To ensure you get the best pricing available, we strongly encourage purchasing your tickets online before the Championship starts. Do BMW Owners have any added benefits at the Championship? BMW Owners have several benefits both on and off site at the Championship. For full details, please visit the BMW Owner Information page. Where will I be able to park for the Championship? Please check back at a later date for information on parking. When do shuttles run from the public parking lot? Please check back at a later date for information on shuttles. Are there any prohibited items I should not bring to the Championship? Yes, the following items will not be allowed on property at the Championship:
For a detailed list of prohibited items, please click here. |
Transportation & Parking
Getting to the BMW Championship.
Golf fans have several options for transportation to and from Olympia Fields Country Club.
Walking: If you will be traveling by foot to the Championship, we ask that you follow the posted signs along 203rd Street and enter at Gate 1 located near the Olympia Fields Metra Station.
Biking: Those riding their bike to the Championship will have a dedicated parking area located at the Olympia Fields Metra Station - 203rd St, Olympia Fields, IL. From this bicycle parking area, spectators will walk to Gate 1.
Rideshare (Uber, Lyft, taxi, and personal vehicles):
As an alternative to parking your car and shuttling to the Championship, spectators have the opportunity to be dropped off and walk in to the Championship at Gate 1. All drop-offs and pick-ups must take place at our designated drop-off/pick-up location at the Olympia Fields Metra Station - 203rd St, Olympia Fields, IL. From the drop-off locations, spectators will walk through the Metra tunnal to enter the Championship at Gate 1. This location is ideal for Uber, taxi, limo and other private transportation. Stopping or standing on surrounding roadways is not permitted. There is no parking or staging for vehicles at this location, so please coordinate pick-up times accordingly.
Metra: Metra's Olympia Fields Station on the Metra Electric District West Line drops off at Olympia Fields where you can walk directly into the Championship at Gate 1. The Metra schedule can be found here.
General Parking:
Parking is available for spectators at the former Lincoln Square Mall located at 208 Lincoln Mall Drive, Matteson, IL. Vehicles must have the appropriate parking pass to access this lot. Parking passes, which include shuttle transportation, are $20 and must be purchased in conjunction with your ticket purchase, or separately in advance. Please check back for onsale date of parking. On site sales for this lot are not guaranteed and subject to availability.
BMW Owners’ Parking:
To reserve a spot in the BMW Owners’ Parking lot located in close proximity to Olympia Country Club please check back for for information on date registration will open. A parking pass is required to enter the lot. Spots are limited, and pre-registration is needed to receive a parking pass.
Parking & Shuttle For The Mobility Impaired:
Designated parking and ADA shuttle service for wheelchair bound patrons will be provided. For those spectators requiring lift-equipped shuttle transportation, please contact the tournament office week of tournament. Wheelchairs will not be available for rent on the tournament grounds, but spectators may bring wheelchairs with them to the BMW Championship.
Local Traffic, Road Closures:
Please check back for information regarding local road closures. (Map)
