
Cognizant Classic Announces Plans to Celebrate South Florida’s Service Members and Their Families at 2025 Tournament
New food offerings and location to Patriots’ Outpost unveiled
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Florida – As part of its ongoing commitment to honoring the military, the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches has announced plans to pay tribute to South Florida's active-duty service members, veterans, and their families during the 2025 tournament. This year’s event will return to PGA National Resort from February 26 to March 2, offering special experiences and recognition for those who serve our nation.
The program introduces a new benefit for military ticketholders: a complimentary food voucher that can be redeemed at select on-site concession stands, adding extra flexibility to their tournament experience. In addition, all service members now have expanded access to the Patriots’ Outpost, a dedicated hospitality venue that was previously limited to military ticketholders. Supported by Pratt & Whitney and Fort Freedom, the Cognizant Classic’s Official Military Partners, the Patriots’ Outpost offers a welcoming space to relax, connect and enjoy the excitement of the tournament.
Program Details:
- Active duty, retired, reserve, veterans and National Guard members, verified through the military identification system, along with one dependent, will have access to claim complimentary digital tickets for Wednesday, February 26, as well as one competition day of the service member’s choice (Thursday, February 27, through Sunday, March 2), while supplies last.
- Each military ticket includes a food voucher, available for pickup at the Patriots' Outpost upon presentation of a military ticket. The voucher is valid for an entrée, a side and a non-alcoholic drink and can be redeemed at select on-site concession stands, providing a variety of meal options.
- All service members have exclusive access to the Patriots’ Outpost, an exclusive military lounge near the green on No. 10. With a new location in 2025, service members will be able to enjoy an expanded viewing experience with views of Nos. 4, 9 and 11 tee boxes and No. 10 green. The lounge is open Thursday through Sunday, offering complimentary snacks and beverages for service members. In the afternoon, service members can enjoy complimentary Blue Bell ice cream on a first-come first-served basis.
- The Cognizant Classic is proud to honor the military community by offering a 10% discount at the PGA TOUR Fan Shop throughout tournament week for active-duty service members, veterans and National Guard members. A valid military ID must be shown at the register to redeem the discount.
- Military Appreciation Day presented by Pratt & Whitney will be on Thursday, February 27. The first 1,500 guests to access the Patriots’ Outpost will receive a tournament-branded Challenge Coin. The Cognizant Classic will also offer a special 20% discount at the PGA TOUR Fan Shop during Military Appreciation Day for military members. A valid military ID is required at checkout to receive the discount.
- 'Scoops for Troops': In the afternoon, service members can enjoy complimentary Blue Bell ice cream in the Patriots' Outpost, generously provided by Blue Bell Creameries, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To secure military and veteran tickets, visit https://thecognizantclassic.com/military. If assistance is needed, please contact: ticketsupport@pgatourhq.com. Parking passes are not included in any ticket purchases, must be purchased in advance and are required each day of tournament week. To purchase a parking pass, please visit: thecognizantclassic.com/parking.
These programs, made possible by support from partners including Pratt & Whitney, Fort Freedom, BallenIsles Country Club, Blue Bell Creameries, Ideal Nutrition, Lockheed Martin, Robert Irvine Foundation and SBA Communications, reflect the tournament’s broader effort to support the local military community year-round, recognizing the invaluable contributions of service members and veterans.
To purchase tickets and support the charitable mission of the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches or to explore volunteer opportunities, please visit: thecognizantclassic.com. Fans are encouraged to follow the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches on Facebook, X and Instagram.