General Information

Before You Head Out - Be Prepared

We want your Honda Classic experience to be the best possible! Planning ahead will allow you to make the most of the day and ensure you don't miss a single swing of your favorite golfer.

Who to follow?

Pairings & Tee Times

Thursday and Friday pairings are determined before the tournament begins, with each golfer playing one day in the morning and the other day in the afternoon. Saturday and Sunday pairings are based on a player's score, with the leaders teeing off last.

You can find each day's pairings at (link to daily pairings) as well as in the sports section of the Palm Beach Post. At the tournament, pairings sheets with tee times and the order of the groups along with the course map can be found in the Spectator Guides which will be available free of charge. The Spectator Guides are located at the tournament entrance and clearly indicated locations on the tournament grounds.

At the tournament, check the scoreboards to find out who the leaders are and where they are on course. Standard bearers will follow each group holding up the player's names. You can also spot a player by his caddie who wears the pro's name on his vest.

Have a Plan

How do you plan to watch your favorite players on the course—"Parade Style" or "Cross-Country Style"? Pick a spot and watch the field pass by ("Parade Style") or follow a particular player or group around the course ("Cross-Country Style"). Arrive early to reserve a spot, especially if you plan on watching the tournament "Parade Style."

Kids at the Tournament

Kids Zones are designated areas around the course allowing children 15 and under to watch tournament play close to the ropes in front of the crowds. Parents will not be allowed in these areas. Check the interactive course map (link to map) to find the Kid Zones. Children at the tournament should always be within eyesight and under the supervision of a parent or guardian. Click here to find out more about The Honda Classic for Kids.

Golf Etiquette & Attire

Golf Etiquette
  • Stay quiet and stand still when a player is about to hit the ball and until the shot is finished.
  • "Hands in the air" means stop and be quiet while golfers are playing their shots.
  • Do not stand behind or in line with a golfer's lie or line to pin.
  • Never cross fairways, except at designated crossover areas marked by signage.
  • If you are in a front row, kneel or sit down whenever possible to allow better viewing for those behind you.
  • For your own safety, follow the directions of the tournament marshals.

Spectators will be removed immediately without warning for:

  • Refusal to obey quiet signs or signals.
  • Distracting or embarrassing a player.
  • Making rude, vulgar, or other inappropriate comments or gestures toward a player.
  • Booing or cheering at inappropriate times.
Suggested Golf Attire

Appropriate casual golf wear with comfortable walking shoes (soft spikes only). Spectators should have the following items on hand:

  • Wind breaker
  • Hat/visor
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Umbrella

Lost & Found Items

Lost and found information will be posted here during tournament week.

Special Needs

Shuttle and Course Access

All shuttle buses to and from the parking lots are handicapped accessible. Corporate hospitality venues as well as concession areas are equipped with chair lifts and/or wheel chair ramps. Handicapped viewing areas can be located using the course map.

Restrooms

All restrooms on the tournament grounds are handicapped accessibly and can be found on the course map.

Emergencies

Should a problem or emergency occur, contact any uniformed tournament Marshal or law enforcement personnel in order to expedite medical assistance. First Aid tents are displayed on the course maps found in the complimentary Spectator Guides.

Weather

Check the weather before you leave for the tournament. Current weather conditions can be found by clicking the following link: weather.com.

In the event of thunderstorms, lightning, or other severe weather, "Weather Warning" information will be displayed on the electronic scoreboards around the golf course. If inclement weather is approaching, spectators are advised to take precautions prior to play being suspended. If the siren sounds, seek shelter immediately.

Avoid the following:

  • Open areas
  • Hilltops/high places
  • Isolated trees
  • Golf carts
  • Wire fences

USGA Rules of Golf

The USGA, in conjunction with the R&A in St. Andrews, Scotland, writes, interprets and maintains the Rules of Golf to guard the tradition and integrity of the game. The two organizations are joint authors and owners of The Rules of Golf and Decisions on the Rules of Golf. Through an agreement with the R&A, the Rules jurisdiction of the USGA includes only the United States, its possessions and Mexico.

USGA Rules of Golf

Policies

Mobile device policy

What defines a mobile device?
A device that can Send / Receive Calls and/or Send / Receive Data

What scope of usage is acceptable at The Honda Classic?

  •  Device must be on silent at all times
  •  Calls may be placed or received in nine designated areas only that will be clearly marked as "VERIZON WIRELESS PHONE ZONES"
  •  No audio or video capture is permitted at any time
  •  No still photography is permitted at any time during competition rounds
  •  While incoming/outbound calls would be permitted only in designated areas, data use (i.e. texting, e-mail, etc.) will be permitted outside of the designated areas, however, it is not permitted as players are in position to compete (i.e., when quite please paddles are raised)

Violation of Policies
Any violations of this policy may result in removal from the tournament. Initial offenders will be directed to the Verizon Wireless Phone Zones. A second violation of the policy will result in violators having their mobile devices confiscated until their departure.

Alcohol Policy
  • Spectators are not allowed to bring any type of alcohol to the tournament grounds.
  • Only beer and wine can be removed from any private or public hospitality area.
  • Alcoholic beverages will not be sold to the public any later than one hour prior to the scheduled end of competition.
  • Concession areas will close one hour after the end of competition.
  • Please drink responsibly.

If you have additional questions, please contact the Tournament office at (561) 799-2747

Autograph Policy

For the players' consideration, a NO AUTOGRAPH POLICY will be enforced on the golf course during tournament play Thursday - Sunday.

These bans include tournament officials and volunteers.

Prohibited Items

All spectators will be checked by a metal detector prior to boarding shuttles from parking. For your convenience, leave all prohibited items in your vehicle.

Prohibited Items:

  • electronics
  • metal objects
  • radios, TVs
  • Signs or banners
  • Beverages or coolers
  • Bags larger than a 6” x 6” purse (No backpacks, camera bags or duffel/diaper bags)
  • Cameras prohibited Thursday - Sunday (Cameras are permitted for Monday - Wednesday practice rounds only).
    No camera bags are allowed the entire week.
  • Firearms or weapons of any kind

Any prohibited items must be forfeited or returned to your car.


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