Golfs most anticipated event
The First Major in 2027 will be held from April 5-11 at Augusta. Here is the expected schedule:
Monday, April 5: Practice rounds.
Tuesday, April 6: Practice rounds and the Champions Dinner.
Wednesday, April 7: Practice rounds and the Par-3 Contest.
Thursday, April 8: Round 1 of the Tournament.
Friday, April 9: Round 2 of the Tournament.
Saturday, April 10: Round 3 of the Tournament.
Sunday, April 11: Final Round of the Tournament.
Augusta is a one-of-a-kind tournament held annually that sees some of the most talented golfers in the world compete for the world-renowned clubhouse trophy.
The players who meet the criteria for this tournament don’t play for money or rank but for the opportunity to win this prestigious tournament and be members of an exclusive club reserved only for golfing legends, and the opportunity to wear the famous Green Jacket.
The First Major (co-founded by Bobby Jones) has produced some of the most iconic moments in golfing history, including Jack Nicklaus’ famous comeback in 1986, Sir Nick Faldo overturning Greg Norman’s 6-shot lead heading into the final round to win in 1996, and possibly one of golf’s most famed shots ever, Tiger Woods’ legendary chip-in on the 16th hole in 2005 to win his fourth Augusta title.
The first of four majors holds a special place in every golfer’s heart, and every year is an unmissable spectacle of the best that golf has to offer the world.
Our golf travel experts provide hints and tips for attending the iconic first major of the year. Ensuring you can maximize your Premier Golf Augusta experience and make the most of your time on the course.
Our golf travel experts provide hints and tips for attending the iconic first major of the year. Ensuring you can maximize your Premier Golf Augusta experience and make the most of your time on the course.
Founded and Co-designed by the great Bobby Jones (not to be confused with his friend and fellow legend – Robert Trent Jones Sr.) and Alister MacKenzie in the 1930s. Bobby was primarily in charge of the Augusta Course design, which always hosts the first major, Trent Jones was also involved in reshaping some of the course’s most recognizable holes.
The most famous holes redesigned by Robert Trent Jones Sr. include the famous par 3 16th hole (reworked in 1947), which plays a dramatic role every year thanks to the undulating greens that heavily punish poorly placed approach shots.
Robert Trent Jones Sr returned in 1950 to rework the Par-4 11th since the hole garnered such positive feedback.
He is also responsible for the famous collection of holes – 11th, 12th, and 13th holes, which drives even the best golfers to ask for a little divine intervention.
Premier Golf has been organizing custom golf vacations since 1988 and Augusta is one of our most popular trips. Booking through us gives you access to a team of representatives with years of knowledge and experience. The team will do everything they can to make your trip unforgettable, enjoy the best that Augusta has to offer, and ensure a stress-free, easy-going experience throughout.
The first major is an event that every golf fan should witness at least once and the Augusta course itself is a sight to behold. Premier Golf can help you choose accommodation to suit your needs, organize any transfers you need, and find excellent gourmet dinner recommendations and hosted events. We aim to take care of you every moment of your trip so you can enjoy this once-a-year-only historic golf event.
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Augusta is synonymous with The First Major because it has hosted the tournament every year since its inception in 1934. Co-founded by the legendary Bobby Jones, Augusta National was purpose-built to stage a world-class golf event, and The Masters quickly became its defining occasion.
Over time, the course’s iconic features, from Amen Corner to the azalea-lined fairways, have become as much a part of the tournament’s identity as the Green Jacket itself. Simply put, The Masters isn’t just played at Augusta, it belongs to it.
Unlike the other major championships, which rotate between different courses, The First Major has always been staged exclusively at Augusta. This was a deliberate decision by its founders, who wanted to create a consistent, recognisable setting for the tournament.
That permanence has helped build tradition, prestige and familiarity. Players return year after year to the same course, where every contour, pin position and strategic nuance becomes part of golfing folklore, something that simply wouldn’t be possible with a rotating venue.
In the world of competitive golf, First Major is considered to be one of the most iconic and prestigious tournaments, it’s held each year at Augusta in spring. The prize for the winner is the much coveted “Green Jacket” which is held for a year before the winning champion must return it.
The field for Augusta is determined by 11 criteria, which include past winners or being among the top 50 golfers in the world. Players must meet at least one of the criteria. Some of the other criteria include winning the British Open, winning various national amateur competitions across the globe, or winning an Olympic Gold.
The home of The First Major is Augusta in Georgia, and tickets are available to Patrons, winners of the annual lottery, and with Premier Golf.
Augusta is one of the most exclusive and celebrated golf courses in the world, located in Georgia, USA. Designed by Bobby Jones and architect Alister MacKenzie, it opened in 1933 and has since become the permanent home of The First Major.
It is famous not only for hosting one of golf’s four majors, but also for its immaculate presentation, iconic holes and rich traditions, from the Green Jacket ceremony to the Champions Dinner. For many, Augusta represents the pinnacle of the sport, both in terms of prestige and experience.
The First Major is always played at Augusta because it was conceived as an invitational tournament hosted by Augusta itself. Unlike the Open or PGA Championship, it isn’t governed by a separate organisation rotating venues, it is owned and run by the club.
This unique structure allows Augusta to maintain complete control over the tournament, ensuring consistency in course setup, presentation and tradition. The result is a sporting event that feels timeless, where each year builds on the legacy of everything that came before.
There are many famous winners of The First Major and most are the all-time greatest golfers from across the world, these include the likes of Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Byron Nelson, Ben Hogan, Sam Sneed, and Arnold Palmer. Many of these have gone on to win Augusta multiple times, such as Tiger Woods winning five times and Arnold Palmer winning four.
The full schedule for Augusta 2027 is as follows:
The best day to attend Augusta depends on what you would most like to see. Some fans like to watch the entire event (including practice rounds and a par 3 contest), but here is the breakdown by day:
