Gulf Coast Venues Host Masters Tournament Watch Parties

R. Ken Cooper • April 10, 2026

Several venues across the Alabama Gulf Coast are throwing open their doors for Master's watch parties.

Gulf Coast Venues Host Masters Tournament Watch Parties

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Several venues on the Alabama Gulf Coast will host watch parties for the 2026 Masters Tournament this weekend. The events give fans a chance to watch the final rounds with fellow golf enthusiasts. Multiple locations will offer food and drinks. Each venue has planned special activities.

Tee Off at The Wharf will host three days of events from Friday, April 10, to Sunday, April 12. Green Jacket Friday offers a free shot for guests wearing green. Moving Day Madness features a longest drive competition.

Championship Sunday features a guess-the-winning-score contest and a pick-the-winner challenge. The venue will host a giveaway to wrap up Masters Week. All three days span from morning to evening with coverage.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort will host a watch party at Sound Wave on Sunday, April 12. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the second floor.

ONE Club Gulf Shores Community will host a watch party at Bar 45 on Sunday, April 12. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Bar 45 is located at 4500 Gulf Shores Parkway.

The 2026 Masters Tournament is scheduled from April 9 to 12 at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. The final round will be broadcast on Sunday, April 12. ESPN and CBS will cover the event.

The Masters is the first of four major championships in professional golf. The winner receives the green jacket. Practice rounds began on Monday, April 6. The Par Three Contest was held on Wednesday, April 8.

Event Details

Tee Off at The Wharf

Friday, April 10: Green Jacket Friday (all day)
Saturday, April 11: Moving Day Madness (all day)
Sunday, April 12: Championship Sunday (all day)

Sound Wave at Embassy Suites

Sunday, April 12: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: Floor 2, 112 West Beach Boulevard, Gulf Shores

Bar 45 at ONE Club

Sunday, April 12: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: 4500 Gulf Shores Parkway
Phone: 833-GO1-CLUB
Website: www.oneclubgulfshores.com

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