KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Know Before You Go – A Guide to “The People’s Open”
Whether it’s your first time at TPC Scottsdale for the WM Phoenix Open or you’re a seasoned vet, it’s always good to brush up on the do’s and don’ts of “The People’s Open.” Let this be your guide to having the best time at the tournament. Here, you’ll also find updates on general tournament information, ticket info, dates and times of specific venues and more.
- Where can I purchase tickets?
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS - Monday and Tuesday are free admission days courtesy of Ford Free Days. No tickets are required for entrance.
- General admission tickets purchased online are mobile tickets accessed through the AXS app.
- Ticket packages begin shipping in early January and will arrive via UPS or FedEx.
- For questions about your hospitality ticket package email orders@wmphoenixopen.com
GETTING INTO THE WM PHOENIX OPEN
To help streamline tournament entry and exiting, a new fan entrance was added last year on Hayden Road, just north of Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard (located in close proximity to 18 tee). This additional entrance was designed to improve crowd flow, particularly during peak hours on high-attendance days like Friday and Saturday. Hayden Road will be closed to general public vehicle traffic from Frank Lloyd Wright to Princess Drive, further streamlining both the entry and exit process. There are now three entrances into the WM Phoenix Open — the Bell Entrance, Hayden Entrance and Princess Entrance.
ENTRY TIMES
Main entrance opens at 7 a.m. each day
Hayden entrance opens at 7:15 a.m. each day
Princess entrance opens at 7 a.m. each day
We suggest getting in line a little bit earlier if you want to score a seat at the iconic 16th hole – especially on Friday and Saturday.
- Guests arriving early on Friday and Saturday should plan to enter through the Main entrance. While guests may line up at the Hayden entrance on Friday and Saturday, entry at Hayden will not open until all guests entering through the Main entrance have been admitted.
Public parking lots at WestWorld
Lot A (WestWorld) is open Monday through Sunday and is located in the WestWorld area.
Lot B (WestWorld) is open Monday through Sunday and is located in the WestWorld area.
Lot C (WestWorld) is open Monday through Sunday and is located in the WestWorld area.
These lots are accessed via the WestWorld area near Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Thompson Peak Parkway, Pima Road, Bell Road, and surrounding streets.
Rideshare, taxis, and stop & drop
Lot R is designated for rideshare vehicles, taxis, and passenger drop-off and pick-up.
Lot R is accessed from Pima Road and should be used for all stop-and-drop activity instead of public parking lots.
Salt River Fields remote parking
Lot SRF (Salt River Fields at Talking Stick) is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
This location is approximately 7.6 miles south of TPC Scottsdale.
Northbound traffic should exit Loop 101 at McDonald Drive.
Southbound traffic should exit Loop 101 at Pima Road and 90th Street.
Free shuttle service is available from this location to the tournament site.
Entrances and checkpoints
Access to the tournament site is provided through the Main Entrance, Hayden Entrance, and Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Golf Entrance.
Checkpoints are in place throughout the area and must be passed before entering designated zones.
Certain roads and private areas are closed to event guest traffic and should not be used.
Souvenir Cups on 16
All beer and hard seltzer purchases at the 16th hole come with a free, commemorative cup courtesy of the WM Phoenix Open.RESPECT Messaging
Respect the fans. Respect the players. Respect the game.New Merchandise Tent
Expanded merchandise tent now adjacent to the revamped Talking Stick Resort Fan Zone. Shop everything from logoed golf balls to framed prints, shirts, hats, socks, and more.
New for 2026, the Family Center is a family-friendly space designed for parents attending with young children. Located near the south end of the Driving Range by the Lifebird Grill, it offers a temperature-controlled place to take a break without leaving the tournament.
The Family Center includes a staffed welcome area, nursing and changing stations, kid-friendly activities, seating, on-site restrooms, and live golf on TVs, helping families recharge and enjoy more time at “The People’s Open.”
Digital Pairings Guide
Pairings guides are now fully digital. Download the PGA TOUR app to follow your favorite players.
AXS (Digital Tickets)
All WMPO Tournament General Admission and Coors Light Birds Nest General Admission are digital tickets (AXS Mobile ID).
If you don’t have a smartphone, you may use the credit card used to purchase the tickets.
Hospitality Wristband Registration
All guests, including children over three, need a registered wristband.
Register here: https://wmphoenixopen.com/register/
Tournament Will Call
Located north of Bell Road between Hayden and 82nd Street. Open daily from 7 A.M. to end of play.
Coors Light Birds Nest Will Call
Located at the front gate of the concert venue on 82nd Street and Bell Road. Open at noon Wednesday – Saturday.
Bag policy
No opaque bags larger than 6″x 6″ x 6” (including carrying cases, backpacks, camera bags, or chair bags) are permitted through the gates. No clear, plastic, vinyl, or other carry items larger than 12″x 6″ x 12″ are permitted through the gates. Clear Tote Bags, plastic, vinyl, or other carry items larger than 12”x 6”x 12” will NOT be permitted.
For more information, please visit PGA TOUR Prohibited Items.
Code of Conduct
We have the greatest fans in golf. We want everyone to have a good time and be safe. Remember to RESPECT the players, RESPECT the game, and RESPECT each other. See the full code of conduct.
Weather policy
Please observe on-course scoreboards and digital signage for messaging and updates regarding storms and weather. Please advise and follow all instructions provided by tournament officials, which may include seeking safe shelter or exiting the premises. In the event of dangerous weather – avoid the following: hilltops/high places; golf carts; temporary structures; trees; wire fencing. A prolonged blast on an air horn, repeated once, will indicate that tournament play has been suspended, all attendees should seek safe shelter immediately. Two short blasts of an air horn, repeated once, will indicate play has resumed.
Autographs
The only place to score an autograph from your favorite TOUR players or celebrities playing in the Annexus Pro-Am is in DESIGNATED autograph zones located near the Driving Range and the cart pad near the Clubhouse. That means no autographs on course. What does “on course” mean? Glad you asked. Anywhere outside of DESIGNATED autograph zones. Oh, and let’s keep the autographs for the kids. Right?
Course Map
The 2026 map of the entire tournament grounds including hospitality venues, parking info, concessions, and other general information regarding the WM Phoenix Open is available right here.
Mobile Devices
As a general rule, keep your mobile device on silent at all times, don’t live stream the event – seriously – and please observe the PGA TOUR’s mobile device policy. Need a crash course? Check it out right here.
Autographs
Available only in DESIGNATED autograph zones near the Driving Range and cart pad near the Clubhouse. Reserved for kids.
Course Map
2026 tournament map with hospitality, parking, concessions, and more is available online. And right here just in case.
Free Admission for Kids
Ages 15 and younger get in free. Children 3 and under are the only ones allowed in hospitality venues without a credential.
Green Out Saturday
Wear green to support the WM Phoenix Open Working For Tomorrow Fund.
