US Darts Masters kicks off at Madison Square Garden
US Darts Masters kicks off at Madison Square Garden
Updated at: June 25, 2026 at 05:30 AM
The US Darts Masters has officially cemented its status as a premier event in the professional darts calendar.
Organized by the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC), the tournament brings together eight global superstars and eight top North American contenders at New York City's iconic Madison Square Garden.
This 'American experiment' is designed to foster the sport's growth across the continent, allowing local talent to test their skills against world-class professionals like Luke Humphries and Michael van Gerwen.
Since its 2017 debut in Las Vegas and subsequent 2022 move to the Big Apple, interest in the tournament has skyrocketed.
Such is the demand for the sport that the event is set to transition from The Theater into the main Madison Square Garden arena by 2027.
This shift from a capacity of roughly 5,600 to nearly 20,000 seats marks a historic milestone for professional darts in the United States.
By bridging the gap between grassroots players and international icons, the US Darts Masters has successfully transformed from a niche exhibition into a high-stakes, cultural staple, signaling a bright and loud future for American darts.
