THE PLAYERS Announces Military Appreciation Ticket Offerings for 2026
THE PLAYERS will again offer a comprehensive lineup of complimentary and discounted ticket options for service members, veterans and their families in 2026, with support from Kevlar EXO enabling an expanded allotment of complimentary Tuesday tickets to accommodate increased demand for Military Appreciation Day. All tickets, presented by Kevlar EXO, will be digital and must be secured in advance through an online verification system, and each will include a digital food voucher. Tickets are available while supplies last.
Military Tickets presented by Kevlar EXO
Active duty, retired, reserve and National Guard members verified through the military identification system and one dependent will have access to complimentary tickets on Tuesday and Wednesday of tournament week, as well as one competition day (Thursday-Sunday) while supplies last. Complimentary tickets come with a $20 digital voucher to be used at on-site food vendors for food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Complimentary military tickets are now sold out.
Veteran Tickets presented by Kevlar EXO
Veterans verified through the military identification system and one dependent will have access to discounted tickets on Tuesday and Wednesday of tournament week, as well as one competition day (Thursday-Sunday), while supplies last. Discounted tickets also include a $20 digital voucher for food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday tickets are now sold out. If assistance is needed, please contact: ticketsupport@pgatourhq.com
Parking
Parking passes are not included in any ticket purchases. A separate parking pass is required each day of tournament week and must be purchased online in advance.
Ludacris to Perform at THE PLAYERS Military Appreciation Concert
Three-time GRAMMY Award winner Ludacris will perform live on the iconic 17th Hole at TPC Sawgrass for THE PLAYERS Military Appreciation Concert on Tuesday, March 10 at 4:30 p.m. The hip-hop superstar brings his chart-topping hits and signature energy to kick off THE PLAYERS Championship week on golf’s most famous stage.
The performance will be family-friendly and suitable for audiences of all ages.
Tuesday Stadium Passes include access to the Military Appreciation Day Concert. Parking passes for Tuesday are sold separately.
Patriots’ Outpost
All service members have exclusive access to the Patriots’ Outpost, an exclusive military lounge near the No. 16 tee. The lounge is open throughout tournament week to all service members with a valid I.D., offering complimentary snacks and beverages.
New for 2026, a dedicated food-and-beverage redemption point will be available within the Outpost, allowing military guests to conveniently use their $20 digital vouchers while enjoying the venue.
Military Job Fair
THE PLAYERS is proud to partner with the Jacksonville Military Veterans Coalition to host a complimentary job fair exclusively for service members and their spouses. The job fair will take place on Saturday, March 7 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Patriot’s Outpost (1 Club Service Drive, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 – follow signs to Lot G for free parking. Attire is business casual and we recommend bringing multiple copies of your resume.
Event Highlights Include:
- Engage with top employers actively recruiting across diverse industries.
- Expand your professional network and explore exciting career opportunities.
- Access tailored resources to support transitioning service members and their families.
- Receive a free professional headshot courtesy of Optum Serve to enhance your resume
and online profiles.