‘USGA don’t mess around’: Golf world reacts to concession prices at Oakmont ahead of US Open

Major tournaments, of which the US Open is up next, are not cheap for fans to attend. Being that they're the most important tournaments every year, tickets for a day on the grounds can require a significant investment. From merchandise to food and everything in between, fans can easily spend quite a lot.

The US Open at Oakmont in 2025 is no exception, and that includes the concessions. Ahead of the tournament's tee-off this Thursday, prices for the concessions have been revealed.

Some include nearly $5 for a bottle of water, $5 for candy, $14 for a Philly Cheesesteak, and $14 for a Canned Lemon Wedge by Dewar's. Eating and drinking on the grounds can run fans up a tab, and they're not terribly pleased about that.

"USGA don't mess around," one said.

"Another reason why The Masters is the Major of majors. 11 bucks for beer?" one complained.

"Shame about the price of the alcohol, because the rest is very reasonably priced," another admitted.

"Imported beer being the official beer of the US Open is sort of ironic right?" one joked.

"Bit pricey," another added.

"It’s Pittsburgh. No pierogis? Or kielbasa? Total whiff there… come on Oakmont!" one said.

"$2 for a banana is crazy. Can get a bundle at the store for under $2!!! I am irate," another chimed in.

"The price for water is ridiculous. No outdoor summer event should have water more than $1.50," one added.

The biggest complaints of fans are about the beer selection and the price of water. The fans also believe that it doesn't stack up well against the Masters, which keeps prices fairly low at Augusta National.

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How to get to the US Open

The only way to enjoy those prices and the menu detailed above is to attend the US Open sometime this week at Oakmont Country Club, one of the more storied venues in golf. To do that, you have to get tickets.

Tickets for the US Open are on sale (Image via Imagn)

The tournament's website sells them, but the grandstand seating has long sold out. There's a place for resale on the site, though, so it's worth checking out. StubHub and other secondary ticket sites are a good place to look. Right now, StubHub has tickets for around $1,000.

You can get two-day passes, single-day admission, and practice round admission, for which the prices dramatically vary per USA Today:

• Practice rounds (June 10-11): $69
• First round (June 12): $291
• Second round (June 13): $455
• Third round (June 14): $387
• Final round (June 15): $301
• Two-day tournament pass (June 12-13): $1,010
• Two-day tournament pass (June 14-15): $951

Interestingly enough, the final two rounds, which will determine the winner and see if Scottie Scheffler or Rory McIlroy adds another Major to their 2025 tally, are cheaper than the first two.

Bryson DeChambeau will attempt a repeat win, so there's plenty of interest for fans who want to spend a little money to go see a Major tournament.