The Open Championship is rapidly approaching, and Tour pros who still haven't qualified get the John Deere Classic as a last chance to prove their game and secure the Open Championship card. Given its scheduling position, the well-known Illinois event isn't exactly star-studded this season, but the locals still adore it, and it's always well-attended.
Every year in July, generally the week before The Open Championship, the John Deere Classic is held at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois, a part of the Quad Cities. So those interested and wish to be part of this will have to secure a ticket. In recent days, it might be challenging to get one as TPC Deere will be full of talented golfers, and the tickets are in great demand. If you wish to secure one, here are the options and package details that make this process easier.
John Deere Classic Tournament Basics
What: 2024 John Deere Classic
Where: TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois (Quad Cities area)
When: Jul 4–7, 2024
Purse: $8,000,000
Defending Champion: The 2023 champion was Sepp Straka from Austria.
John Deere Tickets Options and Packages
The John Deere Classic always ensures that their spectators have the best time; to achieve that, they have come up with the best ticket options and package deals. Here are the ticket options and package deals. There are 8 different categories of tickets available for the John Deere tournament.
1. Special Offer for Mastercard
If the spectator uses MasterCard, watching and experiencing John Deere will be much easier and more convenient. When the spectator uses the MasterCard to purchase the ground tickets, you will also receive 10% off the Ground passes.
2. Passage to Grounds
This is only available from Wednesday to Sunday on these specific dates. With the passage to ground tickets, viewers can enter the buildings, walk down and stroll the TPC Deere Run grounds. At the same time, watch for their favourite golfers on the green!
3. Clubhouse:
The premium tickets are the clubhouse tickets. It will be available on hand both on Saturday and Sunday. Securing these tickets is great as they grant permits to the TPC Deere Run Clubhouse's air-conditioned Grille Room and outdoor veranda and provide grounds access. There will be drinks, food for sale, and private facilities. Parking is free at tournament lots.
4. The Hopper Plus:
The hopper plus tickets will be available from Wednesday till Sunday. Securing these tickets offers viewers entry to the outdoor pavilions at 15 Green and 18 Tee. At the same time, Hopper Plus includes free tournament parking (which is chargeable in general), food, and unlimited refreshments on both sites from 11 AM to 4 PM.
5. Employee Offer at John Deere:
Unfortunately, this is only meant for the John Deere workers and volunteers. Employees of John Deere are eligible for discounted day-specific grounds passes. They, though, can only take advantage of this offer if they have a valid RAC FID while placing their order.
6. The Military Appreciation Programme:
Admissions have been made free to show appreciation for the military, including all on active duty, retired, veterans, or even their guests from Wednesday to Sunday! To obtain your tickets, you must register online beforehand— since availability is subject to change, and there's a great demand.
7. First Responders:
First responders tickets are almost the same as military appreciation tickets. Each first responder will be given two free tickets, including accessible ground passes and free parking. If you wish to register for the first responder's tickets, tickets go live on May 7th and can be done through GOVX.
8. Youth Guidelines:
Your ticket will be free if you're under 15, accompanied by a paying adult! Or if you're a student with a valid ID card, you can get a free ground pass.
FAQ's On John Deere Classic tickets
A. The TPC Deere Run will host the John Deere Classic.
A. The following items are prohibited: all denim (jeans), swimming suits, collarless shirts, tank tops, tube and halter tops, mesh shirts, cutoffs, short shorts, and tennis outfits. Both Bermuda-length shorts and shirts with faux collars are acceptable.
A. Before being renamed the John Deere Classic, the competition was known as the Quad Cities Open in 1971 and was a "satellite event" on the PGA Tour.