PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (May 8, 2026) — Patina Group continues to raise the bar for premium hospitality as the official catering partner of the upcoming PGA Championship, delivering an all-inclusive food and beverage program for attendees at the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club from Monday, May 11, through Sunday, May 17.
Through the groundbreaking Championship+ Ticket model, Patina Group will once again offer an elevated, all-access approach to roughly 200,000 guests throughout the grounds, providing unlimited food and non-alcoholic beverages and ensuring a premium and seamless experience for all guests.
“Our commitment extends well beyond simply serving food and drinks. We aim to foster an atmosphere where every attendee experiences the event as a VIP,” said Eric Babcook, vice president, PGA of America and experiential events with Patina Group. “The Championship+ model represents the most comprehensive and welcoming food and beverage strategy in professional sports, demonstrating our conviction that exceptional hospitality should be accessible to everyone.”
“At the PGA of America, we are proud to partner with Patina Group to redefine what hospitality means at a major sporting event,” said David Charles, PGA of America senior director of championships. “The Championship+ all-inclusive model is more than just a dining program—it’s a commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and excellence that sets a new benchmark for the industry. Together, we are dedicated to exceeding expectations and creating lasting moments that make the PGA Championship truly special for every attendee.”
Throughout the Championship footprint, Patina Group’s culinary and operations teams will manage 10 hospitality villages and four on-course markets, powered by more than 800 local hourly team members and over 165 seasoned managers – many of whom also oversee hospitality for Patina and parent company Delaware North at world-renowned venues such as Lambeau Field, Wembley Stadium and Walt Disney World Resort. A core leadership team of 16 year-round managers leads the large-scale, multiday service model designed to deliver consistency, efficiency and quality across every guest touchpoint.
A defining feature of the 2026 food and beverage program is Patina Group’s continued commitment to local sourcing and regional partnerships. Suppliers featured throughout the Championship include Wawa, LeBus Bakery, Isgro Pastries, Dutch Gold Honey, Third Wheel Cheese Co., Gosia’s Pierogies, Hangry Bear Creamery, Dre’s Ice Cream, Fat Cow Jerky, Patterson Maple Farm and Ice Butler.
Menus across premium hospitality offerings will highlight dishes inspired by the region and be crafted with locally sourced ingredients, including Amish-style chicken pot pie, meatloaf with Kennett Square mushroom gravy and Philly cheesesteak egg rolls.
Across the Championship, Patina anticipates serving substantial volumes of fan-favorite concessions and beverages, underscoring the scale of the operation. The team is prepared to serve:
- 103,000 Butcher’s Grind Cheeseburgers: An 8-ounce fresh beef patty on a Martin’s potato roll with cheddar cheese and pickles.
- 50,000 Grilled Chicken Sandwiches: A freshly grilled chicken breast topped with pickle slaw and chipotle ranch on a Martin’s potato roll.
- 33,000 Breakfast Sandwiches: Sausage, egg and cheese on a Martin’s potato roll.
- 65,000 All-beef hot dogs on a potato bun.
- 165,000 bags of Frito-Lay chips
- 440,000 bottles of Aquafina water
With its combination of high-volume execution, elevated menus and strong ties to local purveyors, Patina Group’s 2026 PGA Championship food and beverage program continues to set the standard for hospitality at major sporting events.