National Golf Day
Sunday, May 10, 2026
St Andrews and the 18-hole standard. Golf was played at St Andrews by at least 1552. In 1754, the Society of St Andrews Golfers was founded, later becoming the Royal and Ancient Golf Club. In 1764, the Old Course was reduced from 22 holes to 18, establishing the standard that the rest of the world adopted.The R&A codified the rules of golf and governed the sport internationally alongside the USGA. Many of the rules written at St Andrews in the 18th century remain in effect
History
St Andrews and the 18-hole standard. Golf was played at St Andrews by at least 1552. In 1754, the Society of St Andrews Golfers was founded, later becoming the Royal and Ancient Golf Club. In 1764, the Old Course was reduced from 22 holes to 18, establishing the standard that the rest of the world adopted.The R&A codified the rules of golf and governed the sport internationally alongside the USGA. Many of the rules written at St Andrews in the 18th century remain in effect
How It's Celebrated
National Golf Day is observed by recognizing the importance of the day, learning about its background and significance, and sharing awareness with others through conversation and social media. Many people take time to reflect on the meaning of the observance and participate in relevant activities or community events.