Overview.
The Principal Charity Classic is an official PGA TOUR Champions event hosted at Wakonda Club in Des Moines, IA. This three day, 54-hole team play tournament features a 76-player field of PGA TOUR legends. In addition to the golf, spectators can enjoy a fun, family friendly event. Below are a few reminders for tournament week, as well FAQs on ticketing, parking, amenities, and tournament guidelines.
Cash will NOT be accepted. We will accept debit or credit payments only.
All fans will pass through metal detectors when entering tournament grounds. No weapons are allowed, even with a permit. The Des Moines Police Department and CSC will assist tournament staff with bringing fans into the course swiftly and safely.
All fans should look for the QR Codes both outside and inside the course to be directed to our digital spectator guide. The Official Spectator Guide is your one-stop resource to find the day’s pairings, course map, exclusive tournament content and more!
Tickets.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased from the link below.
It is encouraged to purchase tickets in advance. Ticket prices increase the week of the tournament
Yes, tickets may be purchased on-site for an increased price at the main entrance to the tournament. There will be CREDIT CARD ONLY gate sales. We recommend purchasing tickets ahead of time.
There are no refunds or exchanges. All sales are final. Proceeds will benefit our partner charities.
Children 15 and under are admitted free (grounds access only) when accompanied by a ticketed adult.
Youth tickets DO NOT include access to Trophy Club or private hospitality venues.
Yes, re-entry will be allowed. Since tickets will be deactivated once scanned, patrons will need to have their hand stamped at the gate upon leaving the first time to denote they are re-entering when they return.
Yes, all active, retired, reserve military members are eligible to receive complimentary grounds tickets upon presenting valid identification at the gate.
This is for grounds access only, no access to the Heroes Outpost venue. Tickets for the Heroes Outpost must be requested via VetTix.
Contact our ticketing team at tickets@principalcharityclassic.com or call (515) 421-8652
Parking.
Free parking for general public, ADA, and volunteers will be available Wednesday – Sunday in lots downtown at 8th and Crocker St.
Upon arrival guests will be directed by posted road signage into the lot.
After parking spectators and volunteers will be shuttled to the course.
Complimentary climate controlled shuttles will run from our general spectator lot at 8th and Crocker St, Wednesday – Sunday of tournament week. Shuttles will drop spectators and volunteers at the main gate off Watrous Ave. This gate is also where spectators and volunteers will go to catch the shuttle back to the parking lot.
Looking to ride share or get dropped off at the tournament? Set your destination to Wakonda Christian Church, 3938 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321, to be dropped in the tournament ride share zone. From here spectators will be assisted with crossing Fleur Dr. to enter the tournament grounds via our walk-in gate.
*Spectator can NOT enter through the main gate of Wakonda Club.
ADA parking is available within the general parking, Wednesday – Sunday in lots downtown at 8th and Crocker St. Upon arrival show the attendant your ADA parking pass to be directed to designated ADA parking. Accessibility golf cart shuttles are also available on course for those in need. Visit one of our information booths to request a shuttle within Wakonda Club.
VIP parking is located in the CDS Global section of the Bell Avenue Business Suites. Anyone entering this parking space must have their electronic parking pass available and ready to be scanned. VIP parking is not available for purchase.
When using GPS navigation, use 1901 Bell Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315.
When utilizing VIP Parking, guests will board a shuttle to Wakonda Club. Guests will be dropped off inside the Wakonda clubhouse parking lot and proceed through security and ticket scanning tents prior to entering tournament grounds.
Fan Amenities.
Portable restrooms will be located at the main entrance, 12th green, 14th green, 18th green and near the practice area for general spectator use throughout tournament week.
No outside food or beverage is allowed on tournament grounds.
There will be numerous concessions stands and food trucks, open to the public, located throughout the golf course serving a variety of items.
The family comfort station is an air-conditioned space with soft seating, changing station and power located within the Family Zone near the practice area.
A first-aid station will be located on-course for spectators. Additionally teams of paramedics and medical professionals are on duty throughout the tournament. If you need medical assistance greater than a visit to first aid, please get the attention of any volunteer or tournament staff member.
Get your Principal Charity Classic gear from the official merchandise tents on-course near the main entrance and 18 green.
The merchandise tent will be open gates open to gates close Wednesday – Sunday.
Guidelines.
Sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, hat and smart phone for digital pairings guide and tournament map. Please become familiar with and adhere to the TOUR’s standard tournament policies which include a Permitted/Prohibited Items List and a Bag Policy.
There are strict limitations on what bags are allowed on tournament grounds. The following types of bags are permitted:
- Bags smaller than 6″ x 6” x 6”
- Clear bag smaller than 12″ x 6” x 12”
- One gallon plastic freezer bag
- Medically necessary and diaper bags
No other types of bags, purses or backpacks will be allowed. Folding chairs are allowed, but please remove and the leave the chair bag behind. All small personal items will be subject to inspection at the gate. Unauthorized items will be confiscated. For your safety, all patrons will pass through magnetometers at the entry gate.
All fans are permitted and encouraged to bring one (1) empty, clear water bottle that is no more than 32 oz. Water filling stations are available throughout the course.
We ask that spectators only obtain autographs at the designated Autograph Zone near the driving range. On-course autographs are not permitted.
Spectators are allowed to carry mobile devices on the golf course with the volume setting on silent or vibrate. Devices may be used to capture video, audio and photos (content) throughout tournament week. Content may be used for personal purposes only; no commercial use. There can be no live streaming or real-time coverage. Please be respectful of play and do not interfere with players, caddies or media. Failure to comply with this policy may result in the revocation of your ticket in accordance with the posted PGA TOUR Spectator Mobile Device Policy.
Plan your attire accordingly by checking the weather before you attend the Principal Charity Classic.
If it rains on any day of the tournament, play will continue as long as it is deemed safe to do so. All Corporate Hospitality will be open every day, rain or shine. The PGA TOUR Champions and tournament staff will always keep spectators informed at the earliest possible moment of any changes made on this policy based upon situational circumstances.
In the case of inclement weather, a “Weather Warning” notification will be posted on all electronic scoreboards on the course. When this message appears, spectators are advised to take immediate precautions by evacuating bleachers and hospitality tents. In the event of a “Severe Weather” warning and suspension of play, please proceed to the bus loading area to be returned to your car for safety. A suspension of play is preceded by an air horn signal. Suspension of play is a stoppage, not necessarily a cancellation of play for the day. Notification of continuation of play will be given via the tournament website and social media channels. In the event of a weather warning, please avoid hill tops, high places, isolated trees, golf carts, wire fences and open areas.
If play is suspended, please close your umbrella and seek shelter immediately.
Properly identified service animals with visible credentials are permitted on tournament grounds.
Have other questions?
Contact the tournament staff at info@principalcharityclassic.com or call (515) 421-8652