Saugeen Golf Club hosts Canadian Men’s Senior championship

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In just three days, 150 of the top senior men’s golfers in the world will participate in the 2024 Canadian Men’s Senior Championship at Saugeen Golf Club in Port Elgin,   Presented by Golf Canada and BDO. 

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Wednesday ( Sep. 11) is practice day as many of the players see the course for the first time.  The public is invited to watch them practice for free.  Opening ceremonies begin at 5 p.m. at the course.   

On Thursday ( Sept. 120 the first round of competition throughout the day.  Fans can walk and watch the golfers for free.  You can also enjoy Golf Fest, fun for everyone, in the Coors Light tent that will feature silent and live auctions, live entertainment, food and beverages.  Plus there are many games for fans to play including frisbee golf, golf simulators, and the Port Elgin Chrysler hole in one challenge.   

On Friday ( Sept. 13) the second round of competition will be played throughout the day.  Fans can walk and watch the golfers for free.  Golf Fest continues with a special appearance by the Canadian Big Band in the evening as part of the Big Band Celebration.  Presented by Middleton Finner Financial Services.  Tickets for the show are $25 per person.   

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On Saturday (Sept. 14) the third round will be played and again fans are invited to walk and watch the golfers for free.  Golf Fest continues with fun for everyone in the Coors Light tent, and fun games for everyone to enjoy.   

Sunday ( Sept. 15) is Championship day as the final round of the tournament will be played and a champion will be crowned in the afternoon.  Fans can walk and watch the golfers for free.  It is also the final day of Golf Fest in the Coors Light tent.   

Saugeen Shores will be the smallest community to ever host this prestigious event.  Approximately 200 volunteers will be working to ensure that both golfers and fans have the best experience possible.   

Golf Fest tickets are on sale at www.saugeengolf.com/seniors and at the door.  Full event passes are $50 for the general public, and $30 for Saugeen Golf Club members. Single day passes are $15.  

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