Guest Information
2023 tournament information
Stay up to date on the key information for attending the Hero World Challenge
Schedule
November 27 – December 3 (all times Eastern)
Albany, Bahamas
| DATE | EVENT | GATE TIME | TV BROADCAST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Amateur practice rounds | Closed to public | |
| Tuesday | Amateur outing | Closed to public | |
| Wednesday | Official Pro-Am | Closed to public | |
| Thursday | Round 1 | 10 a.m. | GOLF Channel 12:30-4:30 p.m. |
| Friday | Round 2 | 10 a.m. | GOLF Channel 12:30-4:30 p.m. |
| Beach Party | Invite Only | ||
| Saturday | Round 3 | 10:30 a.m. | GOLF Channel 12-2:30 p.m. & NBC 2:30-5 p.m. |
| Poker Night | Invite Only | ||
| Sunday | Round 4 | 10 a.m. | GOLF Channel 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. & NBC 1:30-4:30 p.m. |
| Hero World Challenge After-Party | Invite Only |
TRANSPORTATION
PUBLIC PARKING
Spectators attending the Hero World Challenge with their own vehicles should enter Albany, Bahamas through the East Gate only. The East Gate entrance is located off of Adelaide Rd; then follow signs to public parking located in Lot C.
TOURNAMENT SHUTTLE SCHEDULE
Complimentary shuttle service will run between Baha Mar and Albany on competition days. The shuttle pick up location at Baha Mar is located at the valet pick-up area. Tournament tickets or credentials are required to ride the shuttle.
Monday, November 27
Closed to the public, proper credentials required
Tuesday, November 28
Closed to the public, proper credentials required
Wednesday, November 29
Closed to the public, proper credentials required
Thursday, November 30
Gates open at 10 am
SHUTTLE TIMES: 9:30 am – 5 pm
Departing every 30 minutes
Last scheduled departing shuttle to Albany is 2 pm
Friday, December 1
Gates open at 10 am
SHUTTLE TIMES: 9:30 am – 5 pm
Departing every 30 minutes
Last scheduled departing shuttle to Albany is 2 pm
Saturday, December 2
Gates open at 10:30 am
SHUTTLE TIMES: 10 am – 5 pm
Departing every 30 minutes
Last scheduled departing shuttle to Albany is 2 pm
Sunday, December 2
Gates open at 10 am
SHUTTLE TIMES: 9:30 am – 5 pm
Departing every 30 minutes
Last scheduled departing shuttle to Albany is 2 pm
Fan guidelines
Before heading to Albany, Bahamas for the Hero World Challenge, know what can and can not be brought in through the gates.
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Permitted
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE PERMITTED ON TOURNAMENT GROUNDS
- Opaque bags 6″ x 6″ x 6″ or smaller, including carrying cases, backpacks, camera bags and chair bags
- Clear plastic, vinyl or other carry items not exceeding 12″ x 12″ x 6″
- A one-gallon clear resealable plastic bag
- Cell phones, smartphones and tablets – MUST be on silent mode and adhere to the PGA TOUR’s Mobile Device Policy
- Still point-and-shoot cameras with lens smaller than 6″; no cases (Tuesday and Wednesday only)
- Umbrellas without sleeves
- Portable radios with headsets
- Medically necessary supplies, strollers, small diaper bags, plastic baby bottles and other necessary baby supplies (infant must be with carrier)
- Collapsible chairs without carry bags
- Binoculars without case
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Not Permitted
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON TOURNAMENT GROUNDS
- No bags larger than 6″ x 6″ x 6″, including carrying cases, backpacks, camera bags or chair bags
- No clear plastic, vinyl or other carry items larger than 12″ x 12″ x 6″
- No plastic, metal or glass cups, cans or containers of any kind except for medical or infant needs
- No computers or laptops
- No fireworks or laser pointers
- No lawn or oversize chairs, seat cushions or bicycles
- No pets, except for service animals
- No knives, firearms or weapons of any kind
- No video cameras (all week)
- No No point and shoot, fi lm or DSLR cameras (During Competition Rounds)
- No beverages (patrons may not bring in or exit with beverages) or coolers
- No radios or TVs
- No signs, posters or banners
For a full list of items prohibited by the PGA TOUR, please click here.
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AUTOGRAPHS, GOLF ETIQUETTE & FIRST AID
FIRST AID
Should an emergency occur, contact any uniformed tournament personnel or law enforcement personnel in order to expedite medical assistance. First aid tents are displayed on all course maps.
AUTOGRAPHS
To enhance the autograph experience for all spectators, while allowing players to properly prepare for competition, the PGA TOUR has established the following guidelines:
- Autographs can only be obtained at designated Autograph Zones.
- On-course autographs are not permitted. This includes, but is not limited to, tees, fairways, greens and practice areas during practice rounds and tournament rounds.
For the full PGA TOUR autograph policy, please click here.
GOLF ETIQUETTE
- Hands in the air means stop and be quiet while golfers are playing their shots.
- To allow for better viewing for all, please be considerate of others and kneel or sit down whenever possible.
- For your safety and the safety of others, please follow the directions of the tournament marshals.
Visiting Albany, Bahamas
The full experience at the Hero World Challenge extends well beyond the golf course. While playing in the pro-am and following some of the best golfers in the world are highlights of the week at Albany, Bahamas, you must take advantage of the beaches and nightlife to truly experience all that the island has to offer.
Travel Information
Traveling to Albany, Bahamas
For more information on The Islands of the Bahamas and to help plan your trip to the Hero World Challenge, click the headline to learn more.