The Masters is one of the Triple Crown tournaments of snooker – as such it might be compared to a tennis Grand Slam or a golf Major. It is the only one of the Triple Crown tournaments that does not give any ranking points, but the prize fund has increased significantly, with the winner now receiving an impressive £350,000. Even without ranking points, the event is guaranteed to be world-class, as only the elite top 16 players in the world are invited. It is held at one of the biggest venues on the snooker tour, drawing crowds of around 2,000 for most sessions.
The defending champion is Kyren Wilson, who captured the 2026 title by defeating John Higgins 10–6 in the final.
Where will The Masters 2027 be played?
The tournament will be played in “Ally Pally” – Alexandra Palace – which was built way back in 1873. The “palace” is located in green surroundings in the northern parts of London between Wood Green and Muswell Hill, and it features one of the best views of London’s skyline in the distance.
The nearest tube station (20-25 min. walk) is Wood Green, from where it is a 20-minute ride on the Piccadilly line to the very center of London (Covent Garden, Piccadilly Circus). A bit closer – about 10 minutes walking distance – is the Alexandra Palace Rail station, with frequent connections to Kings Cross St. Pancras. There are also frequent bus services going up to Alexandra Palace all through the day from the Finsbury Park and Wood Green tube stations.
When will The Masters 2027 be played?
The Johnstone’s Paint Masters 2027 will take place from Sunday, January 10 to Sunday, January 17, 2027.
Although the exact match schedule is usually finalized closer to the event, the structure typically follows this format:
Round 1 (Last 16): Sunday, Jan 10 – Wednesday, Jan 13 (Matches at 1 PM and 7 PM).
Quarterfinals: Thursday, Jan 14 – Friday, Jan 15.
Semifinals: Saturday, Jan 16.
Final: Sunday, Jan 17.
Matches up to and including the semifinals are played as best of 11 frames, while the final is best of 19 (8 frames in the afternoon session, up to 11 in the evening).
How do I get tickets for The Masters 2027?
Tickets for the 2027 Masters went on general sale at 10 AM on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Due to the event’s popularity, tickets for key sessions (especially the semi-finals and final) often sell out quickly.
2027 Ticket Prices: Prices have seen a slight increase compared to previous years. Below are the approximate face-value costs for the 2027 tournament:
- Standard Sessions (Round 1): Prices start from approximately £46–£48 for afternoon sessions.
- All-Day Tickets: Available from around £73 for early rounds, rising to over £170 for the final on Sunday.
- Premium Seating: Tickets offering front-row views (Rows A-E), a commentary earpiece, and a programme range from £101 (Round 1 afternoon) to roughly £248 for the full final day.
For the ultimate experience, Century Club and VIP Sofa Booth packages are available. These luxury options include food, drinks, and exclusive seating (either in booths or the Century Club lounge), typically costing significantly more than standard premium seats—often exceeding £500 for the final sessions. These tickets have not yet been made available at the time of writing.
Click here to get your tickets for Masters Snooker 2027.
Where to stay?
There are some smaller hotels – basically Bed and Breakfasts – within 1-2 miles of Alexandra Palace. If you want something bigger and better, the best option is probably to find a hotel near the city center close to the Picadilly tube line or in the Kings Cross/St Pancras area of London with direct rail connections to Alexandra Park Rail Station. For an upscale experience near Kings Cross, try the 16-storey Pullman St Pancras with impressive views of London or the luxurious St Pancras Renaissance Hotel, which is virtually located in the Victorian station building station itself.
Another option could be one of the many hotels of all types near Russell Square. Russell Square is close to a lot of London’s major sights and museums but is also well connected with buses and the tube station Russell Square, from where there is a direct connection to Wood Green near Alexandra Palace. A charming 5-star hotel could be the recently renovated Russell Hotel (now known as The Kimpton Fitzroy), but there are a lot of hotels – also cheap ones – to choose from near Russell Square. Hotel rooms in this area start at about £70/night for a single room, while a suite in one of the better hotels can cost you several hundred pounds a night.
Getting to London
Few cities in the world are as well-connected plane-wise as London. Pretty much all major airlines in the world have scheduled and frequent flights to one of London’s five airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stanstead, Luton, and London City Airport).
From Heathrow, the Picadilly tube line takes you directly to the city center in an hour, and it continues on to Wood Green near Alexandra Palace. It is also possible (and more expensive) to board the Heathrow Express which arrives at Paddington Station in 15 minutes and is a lot more comfortable than the tube.
From Stanstead, the Stanstead Express will take you to Liverpool Street Station in ca. 45 minutes, or you can stop at Tottenham Hale and take the tube onwards to Kings Cross for a total transport time of around 50 minutes. Busses are also available.
From Gatwick, you can take the Gatwick Express to Victoria in about 30 minutes, while it takes just under an hour to go on the slower standard train to Blackfriars.
All major rail stations in London are well connected to the tube network.
Photos from previous Masters
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