2026 Rocket Classic Schedule of Events

Important spectator information for the 2026 Rocket Classic

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Monday, July 27: Tournament grounds closed to fans

Tuesday, July 28: Tournament grounds closed to fans

Par 3 in the D – 7 p.m. in Downtown Detroit atop Bedrock’s historic five-story Traver | UBS building at 1217 Woodward Avenue

Watch party taking place in Campus Martius Park from 7-7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 29: Gates open at 6:45 a.m.

Detroit Community Day

Complimentary admission for all fans. Complimentary parking & shuttles for fans at University of Detroit Mercy – McNichols Campus (4001 West McNichols Road, Detroit, MI 48221)

Delta Dental Pro-Am – Starting at 6:45 a.m. (approximately)

The Rocket Dream Nine, a first-of-its-kind PGA TOUR activation featuring a nine-hole immersive mini golf course spread across three activation sites throughout the course located around No. 2 green, No. 5 tee and No. 11 green.

First Tee – Greater Detroit Youth Clinic Presented by United Dairy Industry of Michigan – 4-5:30 p.m. at DGC member driving range

Thursday, July 30: Gates open at 6:45 a.m.

Tournament Round 1 – Starting at approximately 7 a.m.

Bow Tie Day

The Range Presented by Bedrock – 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

The Rocket Dream Nine

Friday, July 31: Gates open at 6:45 a.m.

Tournament Round 2 – Starting at approximately 7 a.m.

The Range Presented by Bedrock – 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

The Rocket Dream Nine

Saturday, August 1: Gates open at 7:15 a.m.

Tournament Round 3 – Starting at approximately 7:35 a.m.

The Range Presented by Bedrock – 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

The Rocket Dream Nine

Sunday, August 2: Gates open at 7:15 a.m.

Tournament Round 4 – Starting at approximately 7:35 a.m.

The Range Presented by Bedrock – 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

The Rocket Dream Nine

PARKING & RIDESHARE: 

All parking passes are digital and must be purchased in advance at www.RocketClassic.com.

Wednesday, July 29: Complimentary parking

University of Detroit Mercy – McNichols Campus (4001 West McNichols Road, Detroit, MI 48221).

Thursday, July 30-Sunday, August 2: Paid parking

Lawrence Technological University (21000 West 10 Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48075)

Oakland Mall (637 John R. Road, Troy, MI 48083)

ADA parking (Wednesday, July 29-Sunday, August 2)

University of Detroit Mercy – McNichols Campus (4001 West McNichols Road, Detroit)

Rideshare dropoff and pickup:

Palmer Park Community Building (1121 Merrill Plaisance Street, Detroit, MI 48203).

Accessible through Merrill Plaisance Street from Woodward Avenue. No access from 7 Mile Rd.

TOURNAMENT BAG POLICY:

Approved bags include:

• Bags smaller than 6” by 6” by 6”
• Clear bags smaller than 12″ by 6″ by 12″
• One-gallon plastic bags
• Medically necessary and diaper bags (Infant and medical supplies will be permitted after proper inspection).

Non-approved bags include:

• Backpacks
• Camera cases
• Clear backpacks
• Seat cushions
• Tinted plastic bags
• Mesh bags
• Purses
• Over-sized tote bag
• Binoculars cases
• Printed-pattern plastic bags
• Folding chair bags (folding chairs are allowed)

PROHIBITED ITEMS:

• No bags larger than a small purse 6”x6” including carrying cases, backpacks, camera bags, or chair bags
• No clear plastic, vinyl, or other carry items larger than 12”x6”x12”
• No glass cups or bottles of any kind except for medical or infant needs
• No memorabilia including pin flags, photos, trading cards, balls, and other sports paraphernalia
• No computers or laptops
• No fireworks or laser pointers
• No lounge or over-sized chairs with extended footrests
• No seat cushions in a carrying case or that have pockets or compartments
• No pets, except for service animals
• No knives, firearms, or weapons of any nature
• No video cameras
• No point and shoot, film, or DSLR cameras (During Competition Rounds)
• No selfie sticks or hand-held camera stabilizers
• No beverages (patrons may not bring in or exit with beverages) or coolers
• No radios, TVs, or portable speakers
• No posters, signs, or banners
• No motorcycles, mopeds, tricycles, bicycles (whether or not motor-driven), skateboards, hoverboards, or other similar devices will be permitted to be operated on or within tournament property. Segways, motorized scooters, or other personal transportation devices are prohibited if not used as a mobility aid by individuals with mobility impairment.
• No drones, Remote Controlled Model Aircrafts, or other devices that can be operated in airspace will be permitted to be operated at PGA TOUR events during tournament week.