Summer 2026 | Free Family Activity
Kids Golf FREE This July in Edmonton
The Take A Kid To The Course program is back, and it means one paying adult gets one free junior round at hundreds of Canadian courses. Here’s where to go in the Edmonton area.
Looking for a reason to get the kids off screens and outside this summer? Here’s a good one: Take A Kid To The Course is back for 2026, and it means kids under 16 golf absolutely FREE when accompanied by a paying adult at hundreds of participating courses across Canada. Yes, free. Zip, zero, nada for the green fee.
The program runs July 6 to 12, 2026 at most participating courses, with a handful of Alberta spots extending the offer through the full month of July or even the entire season. Whether your kid has swung a club before or has zero idea what a birdie is (mood), this is the perfect low-pressure way to try something new together.
What is Take A Kid To The Course?
Powered by the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) Canada, this program has been running since 2001 and has seen over 388,000 kids and families participate in building lifetime memories on the green. The philosophy? Replacing screen time with something kids will remember for years. One paying adult, one free junior round. Simple as that.
Edmonton & Area Participating Courses
Always confirm details directly with the course before you head out, as times and restrictions vary.
Mill Woods Golf Course
Edmonton
📅 July 6-12, 2026
⛳ Kids under 16 play free with a paying adult
🌐 millwoodsgolfcourse.com — contact course for tee time booking and restrictions
Edmonton Garrison Memorial Golf & Country Club
Edmonton
📅 July 6-12, 2026
⛳ Juniors 17 and under play free after noon with a paying adult or adult member
The Ranch Golf and Country Club
Acheson Area
Extended!
📅 July 6 to 19, 2026
⛳ 1 junior plays free with 1 paid adult
🕐 Anytime on weekdays | After 3pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Devon Golf and Conference Centre
Devon
📅 July 6-12, 2026
⛳ Kids play free with a paying adult
Contact course directly for specific program restrictions
Twin Willows Golf Club
Edmonton (NW)
📅 July 6-12, 2026
⛳ Kids play free with a paying adult
📞 Call ahead to confirm times and any restrictions before heading out
Country Side Golf Club
Sherwood Park
📅 July 6-12, 2026
⛳ Kids play free with a paying adult
📞 Call ahead to confirm times and any restrictions before heading out
Worth the Drive: More Alberta Courses Nearby
Got a golf-loving family and a full tank of gas? These Alberta courses are also participating this summer.
Lac La Biche Golf & Country Club
Lac La Biche
📅 July 6-12, 2026
⛳ Any child 16 and under plays free with a paying adult
Pineridge Golf Resort
Seba Beach
📅 July 6-12, 2026
⛳ Kids play free with a paying adult
📞 Call ahead to confirm times and any restrictions before heading out
Glacier Greens Par 3 Golf Course
Stony Plain Area
📅 July 6-12, 2026
⛳ Kids play free with a paying adult
📞 Call ahead to confirm times and any restrictions before heading out
Deer Meadows Golf Course
Spruce Grove
📅 July 6-12, 2026
⛳ Kids play free with a paying adult
📞 Call ahead to confirm times and any restrictions before heading out
Pipestone Links Golf Course
Millet
📅 July 6-12, 2026
⛳ Kids play free with a paying adult
📞 Call ahead to confirm times and any restrictions before heading out
Tips for Taking a Kid to the Course for the First Time
Call ahead. Every course has slightly different times, age cutoffs, and rules. A quick call to the pro shop will save any surprises when you show up.
Keep it fun, not perfect. If you’re introducing a young kid to the game, forget about score. Let them swing as many times as they need and celebrate the good ones.
Gear doesn’t have to be fancy. Many courses have junior club rentals available. Check when you book your tee time.
Start on a shorter course. A par 3 or 9-hole course is perfect for beginners. Less walking, more action, and kids stay engaged.
Find Even More Participating Courses
The full searchable map of all Canadian participating courses is on the official program website. You can filter by location to find what’s closest to you!
Golf is one of those sports kids can play their entire life, and there’s something really special about learning it alongside a parent or grandparent. This program makes it genuinely easy to try it without any financial commitment. Who knows, you might discover your family’s new summer tradition!
Have you taken your kids to a local golf course before? Drop a comment below and let me know your favourites!
Stay caffeinated, Mamas.