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Frequently Asked Ryder Cup Questions

Some of the biggest questions Discover Long Island receives involves the Ryder Cup. As Long Island's only destination marketing organization, we're here to help answer them! Can't find the question you're asking below? Feel free to reach out to our team directly at tourism@discoverlongisland.com or by callilng (631) 951-3900.

  1. Where do I park for the Ryder Cup?
  2. Can I be readmitted into the Ryder Cup if I decide to leave early?
  3. Can I bring my kids to the Ryder Cup?
  4. What is the military admission policy for the Ryder Cup?
  5. Can I refund my Ryder Cup ticket?

Where do I park for the Ryder Cup?

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Parking for the general public will be available at Jones Beach State Park. Guests can begin purchasing their parking passes in November. There will also be a shuttle service to and from General Public Parking that will arrive and depart from the Ryder Cup Main Entrance at Bethpage Black Course.

Can I be readmitted into the Ryder Cup if I decide to leave early?

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No, there will be no re-entry into the Ryder Cup. If you leave, you must have an unscanned ticket to return. Once your ticket has been scanned, it will no longer hold admission. The only exception for re-entry is when Weather Warning signs have been posted.

Can I bring my kids to the Ryder Cup?

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Yes, children ages 15 and under will have free admission to the Ryder Cup on September 23-25 if they are accompanied by a ticketed adult. Two juniors are allowed per day at no additional cost, and their tickets are available on-site at the Ticket Office located at the Main Spectator Entrance. These tickets cannot be purchased in advance, but they are available even if the Ryder Cup is sold out. No registration is required, but junior tickets do not grant access to private hospitality areas or clubs.

On September 26-28, all children must have a paid ticket to enter the grounds.

Children under the age of 2 do not require a ticket for admittance.

What is the military admission policy for the Ryder Cup?

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Verified military personnel and one guest accompanying them will be admitted complimentary daily grounds access to the Ryder Cup on September 23-25. Visit the official Ryder Cup website to receive the link to the online verification and request process.

Military tickets cannot be upgraded to alternative venues, but they can be applied with junior admission tickets. These tickets do not grant access to private hospitality areas and clubs, and they are subject to availability based on event capacity.

Can I refund my Ryder Cup ticket?

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There will be no refunds, rainchecks, exchanges, or replacements of Ryder Cup tickets unless otherwise determined by PGA Tournament Corporation or The PGA of America in their sole discretion.