We are excited to officially welcome your participation in the 2026 edition of The Dave, which will be held April 13 – April 15, 2026, at the beautiful JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge in Arizona.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Sonoran Desert, the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is the ultimate destination for golfers coming in for tournament play. Home to Wildfire Golf Club — featuring two championship 18-hole courses designed by Arnold Palmer and Nick Faldo — the resort delivers wide fairways, dramatic desert scenery, and world-class practice facilities perfect for warming up before the big day. 

Off the course, the resort is just as impressive. Guests can unwind in beautifully updated rooms and suites, relax at the luxurious Revive Spa, or cool off at the expansive AquaRidge WaterPark with pools, slides, and a lazy river. With multiple restaurants, vibrant outdoor spaces, and endless amenities, Desert Ridge blends excitement and relaxation into one unforgettable stay.

Most importantly, we are looking forward to reuniting with so many good friends and partners within the Wendy’s System in an effort to raise money for the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption and provide funding for programs like Wendy’s Wonderful Kids™. This signature effort supports the hiring of adoption professionals who are dedicated to finding permanent families for children in foster care who are most often overlooked, including teenagers, children with special needs, and siblings. A five-year national evaluation revealed that children referred to the Wendy’s Wonderful Kids™ program are up to 3x more likely to be adopted from foster care. Together, we can make a significant impact by providing crucial funds for these vital programs and create lasting change.

Join us in supporting The Dave and be a part of something bigger as we continue to serve thousands of children in foster care and work towards achieving Dave Thomas’ vision that every child has a permanent and loving family.