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World Mini Golf Day

Get your putters ready and mark your calendars for World Mini Golf Day - a day full of fun, challenges, and maybe even a hole-in-one!

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September 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATESeptember 21

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYSports

SUBCATEGORYIndividual Sports

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to putt your way to victory on World Mini Golf Day, celebrated every September 21! This fun and unique sport has been around since the early 20th century and has gained popularity all over the world. Whether you're a pro or just looking for a fun activity to do with friends and family, mini golf is a great way to enjoy some friendly competition and test your putting skills. So grab your putters and get ready for a hole-in-one kind of day!

TIMELINE

World Mini Golf Day Timeline

Mini Golf's Early Beginnings

Thomas McCulloch Fairbairn, a golf fanatic, revolutionized the game by creating a suitable surface for mini golf, using a mixture of cottonseed hulls, sand, oil, and dye.

First Mini Golf Course in the U.S.

The first mini golf course in the United States, Thistle Dhu, opened in Pinehurst, North Carolina.

Boom of Mini Golf Courses

Miniature golf experienced a boom in popularity in the United States with over 25,000 courses across the country.

Miniature Golf Day Established

The National Miniature Golf Day was established in the United States. It's celebrated annually on the second Saturday in May.

World Mini Golf Day Origins

The World Minigolf Sport Federation officially declared September 21 as the World Mini Golf Day.

Mini Golf Interactive Tech

Advancements in technology saw the introduction of interactive mini golf courses, utilizing augmented reality to offer unique playing experiences.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate World Mini Golf Day

Create your own mini golf course

Use household items like cups, books, and toys to create a mini golf course in your backyard or living room. Get creative and have fun designing challenging holes for your friends and family to play.

VISIT

Visit a mini golf course

Find a local mini golf course and spend the day playing with friends or family. Make it a competition and see who can get the lowest score on the course.

DRESS

Dress up in mini golf attire

Get into the spirit of World Mini Golf Day by dressing up in funky golf outfits. Think bright colors, crazy patterns, and silly hats. This is sure to add an extra element of fun to your day on the mini golf course.

CREATE

Create mini golf-themed snacks

Make your own mini golf-themed snacks, such as mini sandwiches shaped like golf balls or cupcakes with mini golf flags on top. These tasty treats will add to the festive atmosphere of World Mini Golf Day.

ORGANIZE

Organize a mini golf tournament

Gather a group of friends and organize a mini golf tournament. Create teams and compete against each other for the ultimate prize. This is a great way to spend World Mini Golf Day with friends and add some friendly competition to the celebration.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love World Mini Golf Day

It's a chance to experience unique courses

Mini golf courses come in all shapes and sizes - some even have crazy themes and obstacles! On World Mini Golf Day, take the opportunity to try out a new course or discover one with a unique design. It'll make for a memorable and exciting mini golf experience!

It's fun for all ages

World Mini Golf Day is a great opportunity to spend quality time with family and friends of all ages. Whether you're a kid or an adult, mini golf is a game that everyone can enjoy together. It's also a chance to show off your skills and have some friendly competition!

It's a good way to stay active

Mini golf may not be the most physically demanding activity, but it still gets you moving and can help burn calories. Plus, walking around the course is a great form of light exercise. So on World Mini Golf Day, have fun while also getting some physical activity in!