Augusta National Golf Club is gearing up for the 2026 Masters Tournament, and the changes are sure to impress golf enthusiasts worldwide. While the iconic golf course remains the star, there are exciting developments in the areas of player services, merchandise, and food offerings.
Player Services Building
One of the most anticipated additions is the Player Services Building, a three-story structure designed to cater to the needs of players, their families, caddies, and coaches. This state-of-the-art facility, located behind the practice area, offers a range of amenities, including a locker room, dining areas, lounges, and dedicated physio and fitness facilities. The building's design ensures that players can prepare for their rounds and recover in style, all while maintaining the renowned Masters quality.
The building's entry hallway seamlessly connects to an underground parking garage, providing easy access for players. The lobby area showcases a lounge with the four trophies from Bobby Jones' historic 1930 grand slam, on loan from the Atlantic Athletic Club. This addition will undoubtedly enhance the overall experience for competitors, making their time at Augusta National even more memorable.
Course Changes
While the golf course itself remains largely unchanged, there is one notable modification. The front tee on hole 17 (Nandina) has been reduced by 12 yards, and the tee marker has been relocated. This adjustment, according to the Masters media guide, is the only significant change to the course in preparation for the 2026 tournament. Hole 17, which played as the fourth-most difficult in 2025, has not been altered since 2014 when the Eisenhower Tree was removed following an ice storm.
Merchandise and Food
Augusta National is renowned for its merchandise and food options, and the 2026 tournament will bring new additions to these areas. The merchandise shop will feature new shirts, hats, and home goods, but the real surprise is the introduction of a unique gnome with an umbrella. This fun and unexpected feature is sure to delight fans, and the lines for this collectible item may be well worth the wait.
In terms of food, Augusta National will introduce a new dessert option: a dark-milk chocolate candy bar with caramel, rice crisps, and hazelnut crunch. This sweet treat, priced at $2, joins the existing menu items, including the popular egg salad and pimento cheese sandwiches, as well as last year's savory tomato pie. The addition of this candy bar will surely satisfy the sweet tooths of many tournament attendees.
As the 2026 Masters approaches, Augusta National Golf Club continues to raise the bar, offering enhanced player services, a slightly modified course, and exciting new merchandise and food options. These changes will undoubtedly contribute to an unforgettable tournament experience for players and spectators alike.
