ORLANDO, Fla. (September 10, 2021) – A new fan experience and enhanced ticket options are coming to the 2022 Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, Central Florida’s signature sporting event, which will be held from March 3–6 at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Orlando, Fla. Tickets will be available to Mastercard cardholders beginning with an exclusive presale starting at 10 a.m. on Sept. 10, what would have been Arnold Palmer’s 92nd birthday, and running until Sept. 13.
Tickets and parking passes will go on sale to the general public on Sept. 14 and are available here: https://arnoldpalmerinvitational.com/.
New to the API, the White Claw Fan Deck is an exciting fan area located near the 15th green and the 16th tee box. The first-year partnership with White Claw will provide an enhanced viewing and social oasis at Bay Hill, giving fans the chance to enjoy the tournament action in a casual, fun space with a live broadcast video wall and more. Tickets for the White Claw Fan Deck start at $115 for Thursday, $130 for Friday/Saturday and $125 for Sunday.
“Fans will love the new White Claw Fan Deck,” said Joie Chitwood, tournament director for the Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard. “In addition to offering never-before-seen views from between the 15th green and the 16th tee box, we’ve worked with White Claw to ensure the atmosphere is enjoyable and relaxed—the perfect place to take in all of the action from some of the greatest PGA TOUR pros in the world.”
“White Claw® is all about celebrating pure, uncomplicated fun, and one of many examples of that is being out on the golf course,” said John Shea, Chief Marketing Officer, White Claw. “At the White Claw® Fan Deck, fans have the opportunity to soak in breathtaking views of the legendary course while drinking an ice-cold White Claw® and having a good time watching world-class golf.”
General admission tickets start at $35 for Tuesday/Wednesday (practice rounds); $65 for Thursday; $80 for Friday/Saturday; and $75 for Sunday. (Prices subject to change.) Mastercard cardholders will receive exclusive pricing: a 10% discount on all tickets. Cardholders can also visit Priceless.com over the coming months to participate in enhanced tournament offers and experiences.
“We always appreciate the elevated experience that Mastercard offers to their cardholders at our event—just part of our longstanding shared commitment to delivering the best,” said Chitwood.
While health and safety will continue to be a priority, the API also plans to bring back special events like the Wine & Dine on 9 (starting at $130 for the one-day event on Friday, March 4, 2022) and Birdies & BBQ (starting at $110 for the one-day event on Saturday, March 5, 2022) as well as upgraded ticket options like the Mastercard Palmer Patio (starting at $160 for Thursday, $175 for Friday/Saturday, and $170 for Sunday).
Bryson DeChambeau will defend his title and compete for a share of the $9.5M purse, and will be joined by some of the game’s greatest players, who will be announced closer to the tournament.
*Tickets must be purchased with a valid Mastercard. All tickets sold on a first come, first served basis. Presale starts 9/10/21 at 10:00 am ET and ends on 9/13/21 at 11:59 pm ET or while supplies last, whichever occurs first. Additional terms apply. See here for details.
About the Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard
The Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, March 3-6, 2022, is Central Florida’s signature sporting event and a highlight of the PGA TOUR, attracting the greatest names in golf. All proceeds from the tournament benefit the Arnold & Winnie Palmer Foundation, which supports efforts on behalf of children’s health, character development and nature-focused wellness.
Media Contacts:
Dana Gordon, BZA PR on behalf of the Arnold Palmer Invitational, danag@bzapr.com; 856-397-2917
Liz McCollum, BZA PR on behalf of the Arnold Palmer Invitational, elizabethm@bzapr.com; 813-421-0550