[This list was updated on November 7, 2023.]
We haven't even started trick-or-treating yet, but it's time to focus on Thanksgiving golf. That is, if you want to actually lock down a spot in what are usually very popular events.
Local players know Thanksgiving is essentially "last call" for Long Island golf season. Conditions might not be the greatest — hello frost delays, hand warmers and triple layers of heat gear — but it's a final hurrah before a turbulent golfing winter. Sometimes the golf gods send a warm 60-degree morning before it's time to cut the turkey.
Golf On Long Island will update the 2023 Thanksgiving slate of scrambles and shotgun starts as information is made available. All outings are designed to get you home at a reasonable time for family and football. Listed below are many of this year's special holiday events (all are on Thanksgiving, November 23, unless otherwise noted). These outings tend to sell out very quickly, so it's best to book early.
Brentwood Country Club has scheduled a shotgun start for 9:00 a.m. The $54 fee covers golf and cart. Call (631) 436-6060 to reserve a spot.
Cherry Creek is offering 18 holes on the Links Course with cart, range balls, hot breakfast, raffles and on-course contests for $79 per player. Shotgun tee time is 8:30 a.m. Call (631) 369-6500 to register.
Harbor Links will host its 17th annual holiday Turkey Shoot. Registration and breakfast begin at 8:00 a.m., followed by a 9:00 shotgun tee time. Golf, cart and breakfast are $70 for Town of North Hempstead residents; $80 for non-residents. Call (516) 767-4816 to sign up.
Middle Island Country Club has a shotgun start scheduled for 8:30 a.m. The $79 entry fee includes golf, cart and a hot breakfast buffet that opens at 7:30. Call (631) 924-3000 to reserve a spot.
Mill Pond (pictured) will host its 16th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Shootout. Format is four-person team scramble, and the $84 entry fee includes cart, range balls, hot breakfast and a drink. Tee time is 8:00 a.m. The event almost always sells out fast; book in person or by calling (631) 732-8249.
Pine Hills Golf & Country Club continues its tradition of hosting a holiday outing on Black Friday (November 24). This year's event includes cart, range, breakfast and prizes for $85. Shotgun start is 9:30 a.m. Call (631) 878-7103 or visit the pro shop to sign up.
Spring Lake Golf Club will host its annual Thanksgiving Day Shotgun, which includes breakfast and 18 holes. Tee time is 8:00 a.m. Cost is $78 per player. Call (631) 924-5115 for a spot.
Swan Lake's holiday outing begins with 7:00 a.m. breakfast and an 8:30 shotgun start. Beverages and BBQ will be available until 1:00. Entry fee is $65 and covers golf and cart only (food and drinks not included in fee). Call (631) 369-1818 to sign up.
Check back through November for updated information.
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