2025 U.S. Open Fan Information Guide

 

Conduct Policies 

The USGA asks that you respect each player’s complete focus on preparing for and playing in the championship. Autographs should only be obtained at designated Autograph Zones or at the completion of the player’s round. On-course autographs are not permitted at any time. This includes, but is not limited to, tees, fairways, greens and practice areas during practice and championship rounds.

To ensure a positive experience for all fans and players, the fan code of conduct will be enforced at all times. Fans will be subject to expulsion and loss of ticket privileges for unruly, disruptive, unsafe or illegal behavior, including:

  • Making rude, vulgar, or other inappropriate comments or gestures.
  • Verbal or physical harassment of players, volunteers, officials, or fans.
  • Yelling and/or distracting a player or any disruption of play or fan environment.
  • Inappropriate use of a mobile device.
  • Failing to stay behind gallery rope lines.
  • Refusal to follow the instructions of championship officials, volunteers, security personnel or posted signage.

The USGA encourages fans to capture their favorite moments at our championships and stay connected with family and friends while onsite. We have set guidelines on mobile device usage to ensure our players and other fans are not distracted or disrupted during the championship.

  • Fans may carry mobile devices smaller than 7” in length and/or height.
  • Device volume controls must be set to “silent” or “vibrate” and flash photography must be disabled.
  • Phone calls should be limited to areas away from play and not in any area that may disrupt play, including grandstands.
  • Photography, video, and audio recording are permitted throughout the course, but content must not be used for commercial purposes.
  • Live streaming or shot-by-shot coverage of any player (with or without video) is not permitted at any time throughout championship week.
  • All posted signage and instructions from championship staff and volunteers must be observed.

Conducting a global championship for the best golfers in the world is our primary focus. Violation of any of the above policies may result in immediate expulsion and loss of ticket privileges for the remainder of the championship.

If you observe the following guidelines, your experience at the U.S. Open Championship will be a more enjoyable one:

  • Please stay behind gallery ropes and always follow the directions of championship marshals.
  • Only cross fairways at designated crosswalk areas.
  • Be considerate of others and kneel or sit if you are in the front row of the gallery.
  • Stay quiet and stand still when players are about to hit or when instructed by marshals.
  • All mobile device volume controls must be set to silent or vibrate at all times.
  • To always ensure your safety, walk carefully and never run.
  • The U.S. Open Championship involves substantial walking on grass hills, dirt paths and other uneven surfaces. Please wear appropriate footwear such as sneakers or golf shoes.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
  • To provide protection from the sun, remember to wear sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses. Please note that sunscreen in bottles and tubes 3.4 ounces or less are permitted.

Health & Wellness

The USGA is committed to providing a positive and user-friendly experience for all fans with disabilities and is pleased to provide the following services:

  • Accessible parking spaces for all vehicles having appropriate HD/DP license plates or placards will be reserved at all parking locations.
  • The Disability Services Committee will be onsite to assist fans with disabilities with multi-person golf carts and wheelchair accessible transportation to and from specific grandstand and facility locations via a fixed transportation route with predetermined stops.
  • A limited number of motorized scooters for fans with disabilities will be available at the Mobility Scooter Tents located next to Gate 1 and Gate 5 on a first-come, first-served basis, compliments of the USGA and Pride Mobility.
  • Accessible restrooms will be available at all portable restroom locations throughout the championship grounds.

First-Aid Stations will be located throughout the course. All First-Aid stations will be staffed with physicians and other licensed medical practitioners from both Allegheny Health Network (AHN) and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). Complimentary water will be provided at all First-Aid Stations and designated hydration stations will be located throughout the golf course. If a medical emergency arises, please notify a volunteer, security personnel, or USGA official.

Complimentary water hydration stations will be located throughout the golf course. Fans may bring an empty reusable water bottle (32-ounce size or less, no glass) onto the championship grounds, subject to security screening as indicated in the list of prohibited items.

Nursing Mothers who prefer a more private location may use a room within a First-Aid Station. Nursing mothers are permitted to bring necessary equipment to the championship, however storing of any product is the responsibility of the mother. Please reference the Prohibited Items list to learn more about permissible and non-permissible items.

Fans are encouraged to bring their own sun protection and sunscreen. Please note, sunscreen bottles must adhere to the prohibited items policy and as follows: no glass and/or coolers except for medical or infant needs (aerosol cans, spray bottles, and/or personal-care items (3.4 ounces or less) are permitted). Sunscreen will also be available for purchase in the Merchandise Pavilion.

Know Before You Go

To enhance your experience Oakmont Country Club, the USGA will offer complimentary Wi-Fi powered by Cisco throughout the championship grounds, including all grandstands, concession areas, merchandise pavilions and other large fan gathering areas.

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Fans and other championship attendees will go through security screening prior to entering the championship grounds and will not be allowed to bring any of the items listed below. To help expedite admission into the championship, it is recommended that all prohibited items are safely stowed prior to arriving at the championship or parking lot or boarding a shuttle bus. Please be sure to read the following list of prohibited items carefully.

  • No Weapons (regardless of permit, including but not limited to firearms or knives)
  • No Explosives and/or Fireworks of any kind
  • No Tablets and/or Computers (mobile devices smaller than 7" are permitted, subject to mobile device policy)
  • No Drones
  • No Selfie Sticks or Handheld Camera Stabilizers
  • No Cameras (point and shoot, film, or DSLR) or Video Cameras (other than Monday through Wednesday for personal use only)
  • No Noise-Producing Devices (including radios, TVs, or portable speakers)
  • No Backpacks, Briefcases, Purses and/or Bags larger than 6" W x 6" H x 6" D in their natural state
    • NOTE: Transparent/clear plastic hand and shoulder bags no larger than 12" W x 12" H x 6" D are permitted.
  • No Signs, Posters, Banners and/or other Sports Paraphernalia or Memorabilia
  • No Food and/or Beverages except for medical or infant needs
  • Water Bottles (32-ounce size or less, no glass) are permitted provided they are empty upon arrival
  • No Glass and/or Coolers except for medical or infant needs
    • NOTE: Aerosol Cans, Spray Bottles, and/or Personal-care items (3.4 ounces or less) are permitted.
  • No Pets or Emotional Support Animals (only trained service dogs as defined by the ADA)
  • No Lounge Chairs and/or Oversized Chairs
  • No Ladders and/or Step Stools or other similar items
  • No Bicycles, Segways, Scooters, or other personal transportation devices allowed inside Championship admission gates (other than used for individuals with mobility disabilities)
  • No other items or actions deemed unlawful, dangerous or disruptive by the USGA and/or Championship Security or Safety Personnel, in their sole discretion

The USGA reserves the right to amend the List of Prohibited Items at any time to provide a safe and secure Championship.

Service dogs are welcome. Emotional support animals and pets are not permitted on the championship grounds. For complete terms and conditions, visit the USGA Ticket & Credential License Agreement.

Parking & Transportation

Oakmont Country Club is located (14) miles northeast of Pittsburgh. Parking and shuttle transportation will be provided to and from Oakmont Country Club at two (2) large fan parking lots, the RED Lot and the BLUE Lot. The general spectator parking lots will have accessible parking spaces for vehicles displaying appropriate HD/DP license plates or placards. For those requiring lift-equipped transportation, please contact the USGA at 2025usopen@usga.org.

Fans traveling on I-79, I-279, I-76 East, PA-28, PA-8, or are coming from points west or south of Oakmont Country Club are advised to proceed to the RED Lot. Complimentary shuttle transportation to and from Oakmont Country Club is expected to take less than (25) minutes one way.

The RED Lot is located west of Oakmont at Hartwood Acres as seen below. Signage will direct fan vehicles to the parking area based on point of origin.

 

Red Lot Fan Parking Map

 

Fans traveling from points north utilizing PA-380 west and fans traveling from points east utilizing US-22 west or points south utilizing I-76 west and fans traveling from points west utilizing I-376 east or US-22 BUS east Fans traveling on I-76 West, I-376, PA-30, PA-22, or are coming from points east of Oakmont Country Club are advised to proceed to the BLUE Lot. Complimentary shuttle transportation to and from Oakmont Country Club is expected to take less than (25) minutes one way.

 The BLUE Lot is located south of Oakmont at Monroeville Mall. Signage will direct fan vehicles to the parking area based on point of origin.

 

Blue Lot Fan Parking Map

 

**There is NO general fan parking available on the grounds of Oakmont Country Club. All local street parking will be enforceable in accordance with prevailing Borough of Oakmont ordinances and regulations. All other parking is by permit only. There is NO overnight parking in any USGA parking lots. Vehicles left overnight will be subject to towing at the owner’s expense. For complete USGA Championship parking lot terms and conditions, please visit www.usga.org/parkingterms .

The USGA is committed to providing a positive and user-friendly experience for all fans with disabilities. Accessible parking spaces for all vehicles displaying the appropriate HD/DP license plates or placards will be reserved at all parking locations. Fans requiring lift-equipped transportation should contact the USGA Championship Office at 2025usopen@usga.org ahead of the championship to receive specific parking instructions.

The USGA will provide complimentary lift-equipped shuttle transportation to and from all remote championship parking lots. Furthermore, the Disability Services Committee will be onsite to assist fans with disabilities with multi-person golf cart transportation to and from designated stops and accessible grandstand and facility locations throughout the championship grounds.

Tickets & Admissions

Juniors aged 12 and under can request a complimentary Gallery access ticket at the Ticket Office for each round with a ticketed or credentialed adult; Juniors aged 13-17 can request a complimentary Gallery ticket at the Ticket Office for practice rounds with a ticketed or credentialed adult, and for championship rounds can purchase a discounted Junior Gallery ticket ($50) at the Ticket Office with a ticketed or credentialed adult.  

PLEASE NOTE: The Junior ticket policy is only available for Gallery and Trophy Club. There is a maximum of four (4) Junior tickets of any age per ticketed or credentialed adult. Juniors aged 17 and under can receive a discounted Trophy Club ticket for practice rounds ($50) and championship rounds ($100) with a ticketed or credentialed adult. Junior tickets do not provide access into any premium spaces or hospitality areas as specific tickets are required for access into each of those venues.

Additional policy and ticket information can be found by clicking here.

The military policy is extended to active and retired military members only. For practice rounds, those eligible can request one (1) complimentary ticket per practice day via an online registration process. For championship rounds, active and retired military members can purchase one (1) ticket at a 50% discount per championship day via an online ticket offer. All military tickets must be reserved or purchased in advance. Tickets will be non-transferable and are for the policy holder only. No guest or spouse tickets will be available through the military policy for the U.S. Open. Please click here to access the mandatory registration process and view additional ticket information.

All paid and complimentary tickets for 2025 USGA Championships will be delivered to recipients digitally via AXS Guest Services (guestservices@axs.com) and accessible via the USGA App. Mobile tickets will be delivered to the AXS account utilized when purchasing or accepting transferred tickets. Fans will not be permitted to enter the gates without a digital ticket or the proper championship credential. Screenshots do NOT permit entry. Eligible tickets can be transferred in advance utilizing the USGA App. Additional policy and ticket information can be found by clicking here. Limited quantity available.

The USGA Resale Marketplace is the only USGA-approved secondary marketplace for purchasing tickets to the 2025 U.S. Open Championship at Oakmont Country Club. Ticket prices set by resellers may exceed face value. Access all verified ticket options at usopen.com.

All times are Eastern Daylight Time and are subject to change. Starting times will be posted once available at usopen.com and on the USGA App.

Practice Rounds:

Players will have the option of starting practice rounds on the first or 10th tee. Players electing to play a full round generally begin between 6:45 a.m. and 3 p.m. It is typical for players to be on the golf course or practice areas until at least 7 p.m.

  • Monday, June 9 (Gates open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.)

  • Tuesday, June 10 (Gates open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.)

  • Wednesday, June 11 (Gates open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.)

Championship Rounds 1 & 2:

Play is scheduled to begin at 6:45 a.m. from both the first and 10th tees. The last groups are scheduled to begin play at 2:42 p.m. from both the first and 10th tees.

  • Thursday, June 12 (Gates open 6 a.m. to conclusion of play)

  • Friday, June 13 (Gates open 6 a.m. to conclusion of play)

Championship Rounds 3 & 4:

The first starting time will be determined by the number of players who make the cut at the conclusion of the second round (60 lowest scorers and anyone tying for 60th place). Generally, the first pairing begins play from the first tee between 8-9 a.m.; the last pairing for Saturday will start from the first tee at approximately 3 p.m.; the last pairing for Sunday will start from the first tee at approximately 2:30 p.m.

  • Saturday, June 14 (Gates open 7 a.m. to conclusion of play)

  • Sunday, June 15 (Gates open 7 a.m. to conclusion of play)

Playoff:

If there is a tie for the low score after 72 holes, a two-hole aggregate playoff will begin immediately following play. If the playoff results in a tie after two holes, the tied players will immediately continue the playoff hole-by-hole (sudden-death format) until the champion is determined.

The USGA has established the Open Works Program (www.usga.org/openworks), an initiative designed to support diversity, equity and inclusion, and allow the surrounding area residents to receive priority for the labor needs connected with the 2025 U.S. Open Championship (June 9-15). Those interested will enter their contact information and specify the (paid) labor opportunities they are interested in applying through the Open Works registration portal. From there, the USGA will match the registrant with its vendors, contractors, and suppliers seeking like-minded personnel.