Women’s Golf Day (WGD) 2025 will not only be a celebration for the locations and women who take part in the annual event around the globe, it will also mark 10 years since the movement was launched.
The WGD vision was to help lead growth in the golf industry by giving women around the world the opportunity to try golf no matter their race, religion, language, geography or economic status.
Over the last decade, 1,350 locations in 85 countries have participated in activities and WGD has partnered with organisations including The PGA of America, The USGA, and The R&A. In 2024, the event generated more than 406.9million impressions on social media.
Locations and PGA professionals continue to use WGD as a pathway to attract new players and to celebrate the women already using their facilities – and registration for the 2025 event, which will take place May 27-June 3, is now open. Golf courses and facilities are encouraged to register now to take advantage of year-round benefits.
“WGD is a collaborative effort. Without the support of locations, brands, golf management companies, retailers and governing bodies we would not have been able to engage, empower and support as many girls and women as we have,” said Women’s Golf Day founder Elisa Gaudet. “In 10 years, a lot has changed, but our four-hour experience continues to be successful and relevant, no matter where it takes place in the world. Our locations can see the short- and long-term impact now, which proves that registering with us to run WGD events is a straightforward way to recruit and retain female golfers.”
All organisations and individuals affiliated with the golf industry are welcome to participate in the event – including golf courses, private and public clubs, driving ranges, retail stores, golf education centres, golf instructors, and leagues.
To register a location, visit www.womensgolfday.com/register
Meanwhile, the winners of the annual Inspire Action Awards were announced at the PGA Show in Orlando.
Created to recognise people and places that are driving positive change in the golf industry, the 2025 awards celebrated three individuals and three locations championing women in golf.
The announcement of the 2025 winners came after outgoing R&A chief executive Martin Slumbers was presented with a lifetime achievement award at the 2024 AIG Women’s Open.
The winners of the 2025 Inspire Action Awards were:
Sarah Bennett – A former captain of the PGA of Great Britain and Ireland, tour professional, renowned coach and fundraiser – Sarah has dedicated her career to encouraging more people to play golf.
Sandy Cross – A member of the PGA of America staff since 1996, Sandy drives the PGA’s diversity and inclusion strategy. She has been instrumental in the success of industry-wide initiatives that are increasing participation rates and career opportunities for under-represented communities and cultures.
Marlon Weir – Marlon has spent his career promoting golf in developing countries. After successfully establishing WGD in the UAE, he moved to Africa and hosted the first WGD event in Rwanda in 2024, with more than 100 women attending.
Keya Golf Club in Japan hosted its second WGD event in 2024. It had an exceptional attendance, and the club is committed to continuing its promotion of female golfers all year round.
Bonanza Golf Club in Zambia began hosting WGD two years ago. A hub for the local community, the club is using WGD as a catalyst for events that encourage women to try golf for the first time and connect with them throughout the year.
Golf Club Ada in Serbia hosts one of the best-attended WGD events in Europe and continues to provide exceptional opportunities for women to try the game of golf.
