Bartow Golf Course

11/04/2026

Get ready for some FALL family fun at Bartow Golf Course!

Join us for our Pumpkin Putting Patch on Friday, November 27, from 4:00–6:30 PM! Bring the whole family for an evening filled with laughter, friendly competition, and festive fall activities.

Enjoy a themed 9-hole putting course Take on the pumpkin toss challenge Get creative with pumpkin decorating Enjoy face painting Capture memories at our fun family photo spot!

BEST OF ALL… ADMISSION IS FREE!

Hungry? Enjoy our buffet for just $6 per child and $10 per adult.

At Bartow Golf Course
190 Idlewood Ave S

Mark your calendars and bring the family for an evening of unforgettable fall fun! We can't wait to see you there!

(A colorful, autumn-themed event flyer advertising the Pumpkin Putting Patch at Bartow Golf Course. The design features falling leaves, pumpkins, and vibrant fall trees surrounding the event information. The event takes place Friday, November 27, from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at Bartow Golf Course, 190 Idlewood Ave S. Activities include a themed 9-hole putting course, pumpkin toss challenge, pumpkin decorating, face painting, and a family photo spot. Admission is free. A buffet is available for $6 per child and $10 per adult. Illustrations at the bottom show children enjoying outdoor activities, a miniature putting green, and a festive pumpkin display. A badge highlights that this is a free family fun event.)

11/03/2026

Mother Nature has left us a little too much rain!
The bottom 9 holes are CLOSED TODAY until further notice due to wet course conditions. The good news is that the top 9 holes remain OPEN and available for play!

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we give the course time to recover. We look forward to welcoming you out for a round!

( A golf course announcement graphic featuring the Bartow Golf Course logo at the top, with a golf course and golf club in the background. Large white text reads "COURSE UPDATE." The announcement states that due to recent rainfall and wet course conditions, the bottom 9 holes are CLOSED TODAY until further notice. The words "9 holes are CLOSED TODAY" are highlighted in yellow. The top 9 holes remain OPEN and available for play. The message thanks golfers for their understanding and patience while course conditions improve.)

10/31/2026

🎃 Happy Halloween from the staff at the Bartow Golf Course and the whole City family! Be safe trick-or-treating - and watch out for flying monkeys! 🎃

10/06/2026

Join us November 7 & 8, 2026 for a two-day golf tournament at Bartow Golf Course, bringing golfers together to play with a purpose!

Entry Fee: $100 per person or $200 per team

Your entry includes 36 holes of golf (2 day 18-hole tournament each day ), plus food on the final day, Sunday! Enjoy a delicious BBQ pork buffet with handheld desserts as we wrap up the weekend.

Day 1: Best Ball
Day 2: Scramble
For men and women ages 16 & up

Proceeds support continued improvements to Bartow Golf Course, including the course, amenities, programs, and overall golfer experience.

Contact the Pro Shop for more information:
863-533-9183

Come out, compete, connect, and PLAY WITH A PURPOSE!

(A golf tournament flyer for the 1st Annual Bartow Unity Cup at Bartow Golf Course. The top of the flyer features a photograph of a golf course with trees and the Bartow Golf Course logo in the upper-right corner. The flyer announces the 1st Annual Bartow Unity Cup, taking place November 7 and 8, 2026. The event is for men and women ages 16 and up. The tournament consists of two days of golf: Day 1 is Best Ball and Day 2 is Scramble, for a total of 36 holes, with 18 holes played each day. The flyer states “Play With a Purpose.” Proceeds support continued improvements to Bartow Golf Course, including the course, amenities, programs, and overall golfer experience. For more information, participants are asked to contact the Pro Shop at 863-533-9183.)

10/06/2026

Ladies, it’s time to tee it up! Whether you’re brand new to golf or ready to take your game to the next level, our Women’s Clinic is designed to help you Learn, Practice, and Play!

Join us for a 1.5-hour instructional clinic focused on the basics, building confidence, and enjoying the game of golf in a welcoming environment.

Upcoming Dates:
• October 17 | 10:30 AM–12 PM
• November 21 | 10:30 AM–12 PM
• December 19 | 10:30 AM–12 PM

$15 per person
Sign Up: Pro Shop or contact [email protected], (863)513-9183

New to golf? Ready to improve your game? We’d love to have you!

10/05/2026

Join the Bartow Birdies Golf League! Looking for a fun way to enjoy the course, meet fellow golfers, and play a little friendly competition? The Bartow Birdies season is here!
- Rotating Format
- 9:00 AM Tee Times
- Sign Up: Pro Shop or contact [email protected], (863)513-9183
- Cost: Green Fee + $10 Buy-In

Season Schedule
October: 6 & 20
November: 10 & 24
December: 8 & 22
January: 5 & 19
February: 2 & 16
End-of-Season Championship: March 2
Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just looking for a great group to play with, come out and join the fun. Mark your calendars and we'll see you on the course!

( The flyer is a light pink and green promotional flyer for the Bartow Birdies golf league. The left side features the Bartow Golf Course logo, the title "Bartow Birdies," and event details including a rotating format, 9:00 a.m. tee times, sign-up information for the pro shop or by email/phone, and an entry fee of green fees plus a $10 buy-in. The season schedule lists dates from October through March, ending with the March 2 End of Season Championship. The right side displays three photos of women golfing, including a close-up of golf shoes and a pink golf ball, a golfer taking a full swing from the tee box, and another golfer putting on the green.)

10/04/2026

Happy National Golf Lovers Day! Celebrate National Golf Lovers Day at Bartow Golf Course, where history, tradition, and a love for the game come together. Whether you're playing a full round or just enjoying the beautiful course, today is the perfect day to tee it up!

Here are 3 fun facts about Bartow Golf Course:
1.Bartow Golf Course opened in 1919 as a 9-hole layout on land that was once a horse pasture and dairy farm, making it one of Florida's historic golf destinations.

2. Bartow Golf Course has been voted #1 Golf Course in The Ledger's Community Choice Awards for three consecutive years, a testament to its outstanding course and exceptional experience.

3. Legendary golfer Herbert Dixon began his golf journey as a caddy at Bartow Golf Course and went on to become one of the sport's accomplished players. A true golf lover, Herbert continued playing the game he loved at Bartow Golf Course until his passing at 106 years old, leaving behind an inspiring legacy for generations of golfers.

Come celebrate the game with us today!

10/02/2026

The Bartow Men's Club season is here! Get ready to hit the course as the new season tees off on Saturday, October 3!
- Every Saturday Morning
-Tee Times: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
- Sign Up: At the Pro Shop or contact [email protected], (863)513-9183

Compete for:
Payouts • Pins • Skins
Cost: Green Fee + $20 Skins

Whether you're a returning member or looking to join the fun, come enjoy a great morning of golf, friendly competition, and camaraderie. We'll see you on the first tee!

(The flyer is a green and white promotional flyer for the Bartow Men's Club at Bartow Golf Course. The flyer highlights weekly Saturday play with tee times from 7:00–8:00 a.m., payouts for pins and skins, a system format, and an entry fee of green fees plus $20 skins. The schedule lists Saturday dates in October, November, and December. The right-side features three action photos of golfers on the course, including players celebrating on the green, hitting from a bunker, and lining up a putt. A banner at the bottom reads, "Good Competition. Better Company. We'll See You Saturday.)

09/25/2026

Oops, we did it again! Thanks to all who voted us the best of the best for the third year running!

And it's a 3-Peat! Hooray for the Bartow Golf Course for earning the #1 spot in The Ledger's Community Choice Awards for the third year in a row!

Congrats to Golf Course Manager Grace St' Lassiter, City of Bartow Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Director Jason Hargrove and the rest of the golf course team for striving to make this recreational amenity the best of the best in the region!

The whole crew attended the awards ceremony last evening. And we must say that after spending all day ensuring the course and Mulligans Bar & Grill are top notch, the staff cleans up quite nicely. Thanks to all for their dedication and hard work!

09/17/2026

⚠️Update: Mulligans is reopened and operational! 😁⚠️

⚠️ Mulligans restaurant is temporarily closed for a maintenance update!

We expect to be back up and running in roughly one hour’s time. We will post another update right here as soon as our doors are reopened and we are fully operational again.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.