It’s a big week for Chicago golf fans as the 2025 Masters Tournament prepares to kick off Thursday, April 10 through Sunday, April 13. As tradition, the major golf championship’s 89th edition will take place at its coveted home Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia.
Last year’s champion Scottie Scheffler will face off against 94 players to defend his Masters Tournament Green Jacket. Notable players include Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka, Jordan Spieth, Phil Mickelson, Bryson DeChambeau, and Viktor Hovland.

The PGA’s top players gathered together for the 2023 Championship Dinner at Augusta National Golf Club. | Courtesy of Chris Turvey and Augusta National
Worldwide Coverage
Golf lovers worldwide can watch the entire tournament and live scoring via Masters.com and the Masters App, including these highlights:
Masters on the Range
Featured Groups
Amen Corner Live
Front Nine Holes 4-6 Live
Back Nine Holes 15-16 Live
Green Jacket Ceremony
ESPN will cover the tournament for the first two days only from 3-7:30 p.m. EST.
Weekend television coverage will be shown on CBS both days from 2-7 p.m. EST. Paramount+ will also showcase live hours between 12-2 p.m. EST.

Five Iron Golf locations are the ultimate downtown Chicago spots for avid city golfers. | Courtesy of @fiveirongolf
Local Chicago Coverage
Several watch parties are being put on across the Windy City to watch this famed championship that golf fans will not want to miss. Additionally, Chicago is home to incredible neighborhood sports bars decked out with plenty of televisions and game-day nosh for fans to make themselves right at home.
First Tee Greater Chicago’s Masters Watch Party in Bucktown
Watch the tournament while enjoying an open bar, appetizers, fun games, and prizes. Guests can also try out The Green’s state-of-the-art Golfzon simulators, compete in long-drive competitions, and partake in their 50/50 raffle. Clubs will be provided. Enter their 2025 Masters Pool and grab tickets to the event for as low as $125.
Five Iron Golf in River North, The Loop, and Lincoln Park
Avid golfers can book their own watch parties at locations around the city for all four tournament days. Groups will have access to the full bar, kitchen, big-screen TVs, private lounges, and a selection of party platters.
2025 Insurance Associates’ Annual Masters Pub Crawl in Old Town
Sign up for this free golf-themed pub crawl on Friday, April 11 that will hit three venues, including Corcoran's Grill & Pub, Woodie’s Flat, and the Fireplace Inn. Pub crawlers are encouraged to wear golf attire. Membership to Insurance Associates is not required.
Park & Field in Logan Square
Set up your own watch party at this vintage sports club that boasts a farm to fork eatery and craft beer bar with an award-winning beer garden.
The Fifty 50 in Wicker Park
Once rated the #1 sports bar in the U.S. by Nightclub & Bar Magazine in 2017, this neighborhood gem has a stellar menu that includes what they call “the best damn wings in Chicago.”
Old Town Pour House in Oakbrook and Naperville
Have access to 90 beers on tap from over 30 local breweries and a menu of American classics with a twist. This location has multi-level indoor dining, along with private party rooms.

Courtesy of @barstoolrivernorth
Barstool in River North
Bring your watch party to the ultimate downtown sports bar that includes happy hour buckets and bites, appetizer platters, and even a weekend brunch menu.
Jefferson Tap & Grill in West Loop
Head out to Fulton River District and try a contemporary pub menu, along with weekly specials and a dog-friendly patio. Celebrate Sunday’s Masters victory by staying out late at this 4 a.m. bar, which boasts a Late Night Liquor License.
Lincoln Park Clubhouse’s 2025 Masters Watch Party
Golf fans can stop by this get-together on Thursday, April 10 from 3-7 p.m. for a special Masters Viewing Party with food, drinks, and contests with prizes.
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