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 18-23, 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 13 |
8:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m. |
Gates Open Professional Practice Rounds Approximate Gates Closing |
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Wednesday, August 14: |
6:30 a.m. 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 7:00 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 15: |
8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 1:23 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Gates Open, Admissions Office Open BMW Championship Round 1 Coverage on Golf Channel |
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Friday, August 16: |
8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 1:23 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m |
Gates Open, Admissions Office Open BMW Championship Round 2 Coverage on Golf Channel
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Saturday, August 17: |
7:00 a.m. 7:25 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 Coverage on NBC
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Sunday, August 18: |
10:00 a.m. 10:19 a.m. - 12:20 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 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 16 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 1899 Club, Bendelow Club, Green Coat Club, Medinah Marquees, 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 tickets 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 18th hole. Upgraded food and beverages are available for purchase inside this area. The tent is climate controlled, and has open seating. Kids 16 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 13 – Sunday, August 18. 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 see our Transportation & Parking information, above, for details on parking. When do shuttles run from the public parking lot? Shuttles will begin operation when gates open. The last shuttle will leave the tournament 1 hour after play has completed. 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. Smoking is permitted at the Championship. We ask that spectators stay 20 feet away from any permanent or temporary structures while smoking. Is there a Lost and Found on site? Yes, it is located at Gate 1 at the Admissions trailer. I am from out of town and looking for a place to stay while I attend the BMW Championship. Do you have a list of available hotels in the area? Yes, please visit this link to make arrangements to stay at an available hotel near Medinah Country Club. |
Transportation & Parking
Getting to the BMW Championship.
Golf fans have several options for transportation to and from Medinah Country Club.
Walking: If you will be traveling by foot to the Championship, we ask that you follow the posted signs along Medinah Road and enter at Gate 2 located just north of Medinah Country Club's main entrance.
Biking: Those riding their bike to the Championship will have a dedicated parking area located at Lake Park High School - East Campus, 600 Medinah Road, Medinah IL. From this bicycle parking area, spectators will walk to Gate 2.
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 2. All drop-offs and pick-ups must take place at our designated drop-off/pick-up location at 600 Medinah Road, Medinah, IL (Lake Park High School - East Campus). From the drop-off locations, spectators will walk half a mile to enter the Championship at Gate 2. 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. (Map)
Metra: Metra's Medinah Station on the Milwaukee District West Line is just under a mile walk from Gate 2 at the Championship. The Metra schedule can be found here.
General Parking:
Parking is available for spectators at the Stratford Square Mall located at 152 Stratford Drive, Bloomingdale, 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 HERE in advance. There will be no on site sales for this lot.
BMW Owners’ Parking:
To reserve a spot in the BMW Owners’ Parking lot located in close proximity to Medinah Country Club please register here. 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 at, 630-761-5508. 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:
Medinah Road will be closed to spectator vehicle traffic. The closure will be inbetween Lake Street on the south and Acacia Lane on the north. (Map)
