Masters Champions Dinner tradition set for April 7 ahead of 2026 tournament
The Masters Tournament upholds a tradition dating back to 1952 in which the defending champion hosts and curates the menu for the Champions Dinner, an exclusive event for past winners held on the Tuesday evening before the first round.[1]
The dinner takes place at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, and features selections reflecting the host champion's preferences.[1]
The 2026 Masters Tournament is scheduled for April 9-12, placing the Champions Dinner on Tuesday, April 7.[2]
Previous champions only attend the event, which precedes the season's first major championship.[1]
The menu typically includes appetizers, main courses, sides, dessert and wine pairings chosen from Augusta National's extensive cellar.[3]
Scottie Scheffler, the 2024 winner, hosted the 2025 dinner with a menu featuring items such as grilled cheese sandwiches, crab cakes and cheeseburgers.[3]
Sources
- Masters Tournament
Traditions - Champions Dinner
Accessed October 10, 2024
https://www.masters.com/en_US/tournament/traditions/index.html - PGA Tour
Masters dates announced through 2029
April 10, 2023
https://www.pgatour.com/article/news/latest/2023/04/10/masters-tournament-future-dates-announced-april-2024-2029-augusta-national-golf-club - Reuters
Scheffler serves up grilled cheese and crab cakes at Champions Dinner
April 8, 2025
https://www.reuters.com/sports/golf/scheffler-grilled-cheese-crab-cakes-champions-dinner-2025-04-08/
