Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament

Over Memorial Day weekend, The Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament turns Robin Lake at Callaway Resort and Gardens in Pine Mountain, Georgia, into a focused stage for elite watersports. You watch top athletes compete across slalom, tricks, jumping, and wakeboarding, with the crowd lining the white sand beach for a clear view of every pass.

You will see both the Junior Masters and the invitation-only Masters, with competitors running behind Nautique boats built for precise pulls and consistent speed. Expect signature moments like tight buoy turns in slalom and towering jump sets that draw the loudest reactions from the shoreline.

Plan your day like a beach event: arrive early for the best spot, buy tickets online ahead of time, and bring high-SPF sunscreen, a hat, and light layers for the Georgia sun. A small folding chair or blanket makes hours on the sand easier, and if you want a break, you can step indoors at the Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center or the Discovery Center. General admission often includes garden access, but premium beachfront seating and VIP pavilions can require an upgrade, and the internal shuttle helps you cover the large property.

Stay close by booking The Lodge and Spa or an on-site cottage, or look to regional vacation rentals and cabins through Lake.com for a quieter base near Pine Mountain. Weather usually holds through light rain, but lightning pauses competition; pets are limited to approved pet-friendly lodging and are typically not allowed on the beach during major events. You will also find on-site restaurants and seasonal concessions near the water, and the Saturday night fireworks over Robin Lake is the weekend’s main after-dark highlight.