August 1

National Disc Golf Day

Grab your discs and head outdoors - it's National Disc Golf Day! Enjoy a day of friendly competition with friends and family.

Yearly Date

First Saturday in August

Observed in

United States

Introduction

It's time to get out and enjoy the great outdoors on National Disc Golf Day, the first Saturday of August! This day celebrates the popular sport of disc golf, which has been around since 1976. It's a fun and exciting game that combines frisbee throwing with traditional golf rules. You can play it in your own backyard or at a nearby disc golf course. The object is to throw your disc into a target, such as a basket, with as few throws as possible. So grab your friends and family and head out for some fun in the sun this National Disc Golf Day!

National Disc Golf Day Timeline

1965

Inception of Frisbee Golf

Kevin Donnelly organized Frisbee golf tournaments as part of his recreation project while studying at the University of California.

1970

Creation of Disc Golf Target

Ed Headrick, often called the ‘Father of Disc Golf’, invented the first Disc Pole Hole, a standardized target for the game.

1976

First Disc Golf Tournament

The first official disc golf tournament, named the “American Flying Disc Open” was held in Michigan in 1976.

1983

Establishment of PDGA

The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) was established, providing guidelines, setting standards, and promoting the sport worldwide.

1999

Rapid Growth in Course Numbers

The number of disc golf courses in the United States reached 1,000, showing rapid growth of the sport.

2016

Inception of National Disc Golf Day

The Professional Disc Golf Association declared the first Saturday in August as National Disc Golf Day to celebrate the sport.

How to Celebrate National Disc Golf Day

1 Play a game of disc golf

Grab your friends and head to the local disc golf course for a game. Put your skills to the test and enjoy the day.

2 Host a disc golf tournament

Invite some friends over to host a disc golf tournament in your backyard or local park. This is a great way to make National Disc Golf Day even more special.

3 Attend a disc golf event

Check out local disc golf clubs and organizations to see what events they are hosting for National Disc Golf Day. You may find a tournament, clinic, or other fun event going on.

4 Buy a new disc

What better way to celebrate National Disc Golf Day than by buying yourself a new disc? Head to your local disc golf store and check out the newest discs on the market.

5 Educate yourself on the rules of disc golf

Take some time to brush up on the rules of disc golf so you can be sure you are playing correctly and fairly. There are some great resources online that can help you with this.

Why We Love National Disc Golf Day

Disc Golf is a Great Form Of Exercise

Disc golf requires a lot of physical activity, including running, throwing and walking. You'll definitely break a sweat playing a round of disc golf, making it the perfect way to get some fresh air and get your heart rate up!

Disc Golf Can Be Played Anywhere

You don't need much equipment to play disc golf; all you need is yourself and a few discs. This makes it easy to grab your gear and take the game anywhere you want - from the beach to the park or even your own backyard!

Disc Golf Is Fun For Everyone

Whether you're new to the sport or an experienced pro, there's no denying that disc golf is a blast for people of all skill levels. Families can enjoy a friendly competition out on the course, or friends can have some competitive fun together!