Is the Half-Price Pass worth it?
Quick answer
The Half-Price Pass costs $500 and pays back after about 40 rounds (scenario: 18 holes walking, Mon-Fri, saving $12.50 per round). Across our published rate scenarios the range is 40 to 53 rounds. (Verified .)
40 rounds to pay back the $500 card.
In the scenario “18 holes walking, Mon-Fri”, you save $12.50 per round ($25 without vs $12.50 with). Across the scenarios below the range is 40 to 53 rounds.
Term: 12 months: January-December or July-June. Only count rounds you will actually play in that window.
At a glance
- Price
- $500City residents get 15% off all passes.
- Term
- 12 months: January-December or July-June
- Valid at
- Brainerd, Brown Acres
- Type
- Discount card
What's included
- Half the regular rate at either course
- Monday-Friday only; not valid weekends or holidays
Who can buy it (resident / non-resident rules)
- Resident: City residents get a 15% discount.
- Non-resident: Anyone can buy at the posted price.
Break-even by scenario
| Scenario | Without | With | Saves / round | Break-even ($500) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 holes walking, Mon-FriPosted weekday 18-hole fee $25; pass gives half the regular rate ($12.50). source | $25 | $12.50 | $12.50 | 40 rounds |
| 18 holes senior walking, Mon-FriSenior weekday fee $19 at half price, assuming the half-price rule applies to the senior rate (not stated). source | $19 | $9.50 | $9.50 | 53 rounds |
Break-even = pass price ÷ savings per round, rounded up. Included complimentary or bonus rounds are not netted out. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Half-Price Pass worth it?
The Half-Price Pass costs $500 and pays back after about 40 rounds (scenario: 18 holes walking, Mon-Fri, saving $12.50 per round). Across our published rate scenarios the range is 40 to 53 rounds.
How much does the Half-Price Pass cost?
$500. Verified against the official page on 2026-10-22.
Who can buy the Half-Price Pass?
Residents: City residents get a 15% discount. Non-residents: Anyone can buy at the posted price.
How long is the Half-Price Pass valid?
12 months: January-December or July-June.
Which courses accept the Half-Price Pass?
Brainerd, Brown Acres.
What does the Half-Price Pass include?
Half the regular rate at either course; Monday-Friday only; not valid weekends or holidays.
Data notes & caveats
- The 2026 pass sheet says 'half the regular rate' and does not say whether carts are also half price; a 2020 news report said they were. Confirm with the pro shop.
- Passes run January-December or July-June; buy up to a month before the start date; not pro-rated if bought after the start.
Sources & verification
- Official pass page: https://chattanooga.gov/sites/default/files/2025-12/annualfees2026.pdf
- https://chattanooga.gov/things-to-do/golf-courses
Last verified · data confidence: medium. Prices and rules change; confirm with the issuer before buying. ParPass is not affiliated with City of Chattanooga (Brainerd and Brown Acres golf courses). Is something out of date? Send us the official link.