Events Calendar FOOT RACES, CONCERTS, JOB FAIRS... AND 72 HOLES OF GOLF HE PLAYERS has grown to be much more than four days of professional golf played on a spectacular course. While that’s still the central reason for fans to flock to Ponte Vedra the second week in March, the tournament now includes numerous other happenings. Among them:
Prior to tournament week, retired, reserve, veterans and military spouses are invited to TPC Sawgrass on Saturday, March 7, 11 AM to 2 PM, at the Birdies for the Brave Patriots’ Outpost presented by United Rentals, to participate in the ninth annual Military Job Fair. More than 50 companies will be on hand, all with hiring opportunities.
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March 7-8 The PGA Tour Fan Shop will be open to the public before the tournament for fans to stock up on merch. No tickets required, and parking is free in the general lot.
MILITARY JOB FAIR AT THE PLAYERS Saturday, March 7
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Tuesday, March 10 Members of the nation’s armed forces receive special thanks from THE PLAYERS with a day dedicated to them and their service. A concert by Grammy award winning artists The Chainsmokers follows the Military Appreciation Ceremony at 5 PM.
BIRDIES FOR THE BRAVE PATRIOTS’ OUTPOST PRESENTED BY UNITED RENTALS Tuesday through Sunday Throughout tournament week, all active duty and reserve military members, military retirees, veterans and their dependents are invited into the Birdies for the Brave Patriots’ Outpost presented by United Rentals, a hospitality tent reserved exclusively for the military and offering complimentary food and beverages. Located near the tee at No. 16, last year more than 20,000 military members and their families were hosted here. Patriots’ Outpost officially opens on Tuesday at 10 AM.
