Masters' Other Players Dinner Offers Taste of Tradition

Golfers share memories of the annual pre-tournament meal exclusive to non-champions.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 2:36am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented view of a formal dinner table setting, with overlapping planes of muted earth tones, deep greens, and rich browns conceptually representing the shared camaraderie of the Masters' non-champion players.The Masters' Other Players Dinner offers a chance for the broader golfing community to bond over shared experiences and traditions beyond just the tournament's champion.Augusta Today

While the Masters Tournament is best known for the Champions Dinner hosted by the previous year's winner, the event also includes a separate dinner for all other players in the field. Brandon Holtz, a professional golfer, recounted the menu and atmosphere of this lesser-known but equally meaningful tradition.

Why it matters

The Masters' Other Players Dinner provides a chance for the broader golfing community to come together, share stories, and experience the rich history of the prestigious tournament outside of the spotlight on the champions.

The details

Holtz described the dinner as featuring a classic menu of Caesar salad, steak, potatoes, cauliflower, apple pie, and ice cream. He said the meal allowed players to bond over their shared experience of competing at the Masters, even if they hadn't yet won the coveted green jacket.

  • The Other Players Dinner takes place annually on the Monday evening before the start of the Masters Tournament.

The players

Brandon Holtz

A professional golfer who has competed in the Masters Tournament.

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What they’re saying

“Oh, man, I can still taste it today.”

— Brandon Holtz, Professional Golfer

The takeaway

The Masters' Other Players Dinner serves as a cherished tradition that allows the broader golfing community to come together, share in the experience of competing at one of the sport's most prestigious events, and create lasting memories beyond just the tournament's champion.