The top 70 players will be there... Will you?
Spectator Information
Tournament Facts
BMW Championship Highlights.
Conducted by the Western Golf Association to benefit the Evans Scholars Foundation, the BMW Championship is the third of four 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: | September 4-9, 2018 |
| Location: | Aronimink Golf Club, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania |
| Purse: | $9 million in prize money; $1.62 million to the winner |
| Field: | 70 finalists in the PGA TOUR Playoffs for the FedExCup |
| FedExCup Playoffs: | Penultimate event, Top 70 players |
| Defending Champion: | Marc Leishman |
| Title Sponsor: | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Conducted By: | Western Golf Association |
| Volunteers: | Estimated 2,000-plus volunteers |
| Beneficiary: | Platt Evans Scholars |
Schedule of Events
Tournament Schedule.
Join in the excitement of the PGA TOUR Playoffs: the BMW Championship at Aronimink Golf Club, September 4-9, 2018.
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| Tuesday, September 4 | Professional Practice Rounds |
| Wednesday, September 5: | Gardner Heidrick Pro-Am |
| Thursday, September 6: | BMW Championship Round 1 |
| Friday, September 7: | BMW Championship Round 2 |
| Saturday, September 8: | BMW Championship Round 3 |
| Sunday, September 9: | BMW Championship Final Round |
Transportation & Parking
Getting to the BMW Championship.
Golf fans have several options for transportation to and from Aronimink Golf Club.
Pick-Up and Drop-Off (rideshare, taxi, and personal vehicles)
For the shortest shuttle ride, spectators are strongly encouraged to utilize the Pick-Up and Drop-Off location. Both private and hired vehicles dropping off and picking up spectators for the BMW Championship must do so at The Episcopal Academy located at 1785 Bishop White Drive, Newtown Square, PA 19073. Complimentary shuttle service will be provided to and from the BMW Championship from the designated location. 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.
Complimentary Parking
Complimentary parking is located at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, Pa., 19456. Spectators parking in this lot must register here for a complimentary parking pass for each day they will be attending the Championship prior to arriving at the parking lot.
Upgraded Parking (Saturday and Sunday Only)
Upgraded parking is available for spectators on Saturday and Sunday at Delaware County Community College located at 901 Media Line Road, Media, Pa. Vehicles must have the appropriate parking pass to access this lot. Parking passes are $25 and must be purchased here in advance. There will be no on site sales for this lot.
BMW Owners’ Parking
A limited amount of parking is available for BMW Owners driving their BMW vehicles to the tournament. BMW Owners must have the appropriate parking pass to access this lot. Parking passes are complimentary to Owners and are available by registering here. Lot availability is limited, and available on a first come-first served basis.
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, Donald Ross Club, 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 14th 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 the Main Entrance when gates are open Tuesday, September 4 – Sunday, September 9. 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.
Can I smoke at the BMW Championship? 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 the Main Entrance at the Admissions trailer. I have some additional questions about the 2018 BMW Championship. What is the best number to call for tournament information? Please call 484-841-2398 if you have any questions regarding the 2018 BMW Championship. |
