This year’s 2025 edition is shaping up to be thrilling with top players like Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, Viktor Hovland, and Jordan Spieth. Past champions like Tiger Woods (8-time winner), Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, and Tyrrell Hatton have made their mark on this event. It delivers surprises and unforgettable moments every year, and the Arnold Palmer Golf Tournament 2025 will be no different.

Where Is The Arnold Palmer Invitational?

Arnold Palmer Invitational 2025 will be held at Bay Hill Club & Lodge, 9000 Bay Hill Blvd, Orlando, Florida. The Bay Hill course is a par-72 championship layout with tight fairways and water hazards, so it’s a test of skill, strategy, and endurance.

Arnold Palmer Invitational field in March is warm and pleasant, with daytime highs of 25°C and nighttime lows of 12°C. During the tournament duration, golfers may withstand 9 hours of sunshine and 7 days of rain. Wearing lightweight and breathable golf clothing can be a big plus for players. Don’t forget to bring a light golf jacket or sweater for the cooler mornings and evenings. And since rain is possible, golf raingear or an umbrella is a good idea.

In 1965, 7-time Major winner Arnold Palmer called Bay Hill Golf and Country Club “the best course in Florida”. In 2025, the newly renovated Bay Hill Clubhouse and facilities will be one of the best golfing destinations. A new premium hospitality area, The Lakehouse is also available for this year's event. Located between the 16th green and 17th tee, it has a covered, open-air, elevated, and fully furnished space.

Arnold Palmer Invitational 2025 Schedule

The tournament will take place from Mar 6, 2025, to March 9, 2025. Here are the details for all the Arnold Palmer Invitational dates:

1. March 3, 2025 (Monday)

• Monday Pro-Am:

• Pros and amateurs play together.

• Shotgun start (time to be decided).

• Fun day for players and spectators.

• First Tee – Central Florida Junior Clinic (Presented by Primrose Schools):

• For young and aspiring junior golfers, pros give tips to juniors

• Time to be decided.

2. March 4, 2025 (Tuesday)

• Pros Practice:

• Full day for pros to practice.

• Players walk the course and fine tune their game.

3. March 5, 2025 (Wednesday)

• Wednesday Pro-Am:

• Pro-Am event, tees #1 and #10.

• Time to be decided.

4. March 6, 2025 (Thursday)

• Round 1:

• On the first official day of the competition, the pros start playing.

• The actual 2025 golf championship starts.

• Tee times will be announced soon.

• Throwback Thursday (Presented by Corkcicle):

• Interactive event at The Landing at #9 Fairway.

• Fun for fans with different activities.

5. March 7, 2025 (Friday)

• Round 2:

• This is the cut-line determining day.

• Players plan strategies to make the cut and try to tee up for Sunday.

• Tee times have not been announced yet.

• Wine & Dine on 9 (Presented by Kendall-Jackson):

• Premium hospitality at The Landing at #9 Fairway.

• Fine wines and gourmet food.

6. March 8, 2025 (Saturday)

• Competition – Round 3:

• Moving Day where top of the leaderboard’s players play for the championship.

• Tee times are to be announced soon.

• Birdies & BBQ:

• A fun event at The Landing at #9 fairway, BBQ, and golf action.

• This is a must-attend for fans who love great food and live sports.

7. March 9, 2025 (Sunday)

• Final Round:

• • This is the final round - the most intense day of the tournament.

  • At the end of the day, a champion is announced.

• Patriots’ Outpost:

• At The Landing at #9 fairway for military and first responders.

 Source: Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard®

Arnold Palmer Invitational 2025 Format

The Arnold Palmer Invitational 2025 is a big 72-hole stroke play tournament where each player plays 4 rounds (18 holes each). After the first two rounds (Thursday & Friday) the cut is made and only the top 65 and ties make the weekend, the rest are eliminated. The winner is the player with the lowest total score over 72 holes. If 2 or more are tied at the end, a sudden death playoff starts at the 18th hole and goes to extra holes if needed.

Each player has 40 seconds to hit and penalties may be enforced for slow play. If a ball goes out of bounds or in a water hazard it’s a penalty stroke. In case of weather like rain or lightning, the tournament officials will adjust the schedule. If the final round can’t be completed the leader from the last completed round is the winner.

Source: PGA Tour Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard

Arnold Palmer Invitational 2025 Tickets

The average ticket price for the tournament is around $148.03 per ticket. The starting price is $43.20. All the VIP & Hospitality Packages cost around $867.51. Get to know more ticket categories and pricing:

General Admission Tickets:

1. Single-Day Tickets:

   • These tickets allow you to attend any one day of your choice.

   • Price starts from $43.

2. Weekly Passes:

• If you want to see the whole tournament, weekly passes are available.

• These tickets get you into all event days and matches.

Hospitality Packages:

1. Mastercard Palmer Patio:

• • Premium seating near #14 green.

  • Air-conditioned indoor seating, TVs, food, non-alcoholic beverages, and upgraded restrooms.

  • Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase with Mastercard only.

2. Wine & Dine on 9:

• Wine and gourmet food at #9 Fairway, pricing is per person and subject to availability.

Source:  Arnold Palmer Invitational, Ticketmaster.com

The tournament also provides special offers for Mastercard Cardholders. Enjoy 10% off on tickets when paying with Mastercard. Pricing may change depending on the day and package. For updated prices and purchase tickets, visit the official Arnold Palmer Invitational website.

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What is the Prize pool for the Arnold Palmer Invitational 2025?

Arnold Palmer Invitational 2025 has a total purse of $20 million, winner gets $4 million. Purse has grown significantly over the years from $9.3 million in 2021 to $20 million in 2024 and 2025. This is one of the PGA Tour’s Signature Events, featuring a 36-hole cut and the winner gets 20% of the purse as compared to 18% for most other events. The prize also counts for FedEx Cup points, so golfers can move up the standings and secure their spot in the season-long race.

Source: pgatour.com

Where to Watch Arnold Palmer Invitational 2025?

You’ve got several options to watch the Arnold Palmer Invitational 2025; such as:

TV Broadcast: Live on NBC Sports and Golf Channel. For U.K. fans these are the channels to watch every shot including Morning to night coverage with analysis, commentary, and live action.

Live Streaming: Watch live streaming on Peacock, ESPN+, and PGA Tour Live. These may require a subscription for high-quality streaming and exclusive content.

Official Websites & Apps: Follow the PGA Tour’s official website and the PGA Tour app will have a live leaderboard, highlights, and updates.