#ad · Gift guide · Updated 9 October 2026
Crazy Golf Gift Guide 2026
For the golfer who has everything (except a putting stroke)
Gifts for the putt-putt champion, the backyard course builder and the friend who has started talking about launch monitors. Sorted by budget, with a few tips for shopping the Black Friday and Cyber Monday golf sales.
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Under $50: stocking stuffers for putters
Small golf gifts land best when they are personal or slightly silly. A few ideas that suit casual players as well as regular golfers:
- Bright or personalised golf balls. Coloured balls are easier to find on a lawn, and a name or in-joke printed on the ball makes a sleeve feel like a real present.
- A ball marker and a tee pouch. Cheap, pocket-sized and used every round.
- Foam practice balls. Perfect for the living-room course in our indoor mini golf guide, and kinder to the furniture.
- A DIY tournament kit. Print a scorecard, add a spray-painted trophy and a deck of challenge cards from our party games list.
- Golf-themed sweets. Personalised chocolate in golf colours is a fun stocking filler for the 19th hole.
Vice Golf: coloured and personalised balls
Vice Golf sells golf balls in several colours and finishes and offers personalisation. Check the minimum order and personalisation cut-off dates if you need delivery before the holidays.
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Backyard and party games
For families and hosts, the best golf gift is often one everyone can play. Backyard sets with portable cups, flags and soft-edged obstacles turn a lawn into a course in minutes, and pack away when the grass needs mowing. Our backyard course guide explains how to lay out nine holes without damaging the lawn.
| Who it is for | Look for | Skip |
|---|---|---|
| Young children | Plastic clubs, oversized heads, soft balls, an age range on the box | Real metal clubs cut down to size |
| Party hosts | Several cups and flags, quick setup, a carry bag | Sets with lots of single-use gadgets |
| Mixed groups | Lawn games that pair with putting, such as target or toss games | Anything that needs a perfectly flat lawn |
Best Choice Products: backyard and kids' game sets
A large catalogue of outdoor games, kids' play sets and garden gear in one shop, handy if you are buying for several people at once.
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Indoor putting: mats and home greens
A putting mat is the gift that gets used every week through winter. Before choosing one, check three things against the room it will live in:
- Length. Short mats are fine for holing short putts; a longer mat lets you practise distance control and the lag games in our putting practice guide.
- Ball return. Handy for solo practice, though some players prefer a flat cup that behaves more like a real hole.
- Storage. Roll-up mats tuck behind a sofa; larger fixed greens need a dedicated corner or garage space.
The Indoor Golf Shop: putting mats and greens
A specialist retailer for indoor golf, with putting mats and larger home greens from several brands, so you can compare sizes and features in one place.
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Big-ticket: simulators, launch monitors and hitting nets
If someone in the family is serious about getting better (or just loves gadgets), a home simulator or launch monitor is the headline gift. It is also the purchase where a little homework saves the most money and frustration.
- Measure the room first. Every simulator lists minimum ceiling height, width and depth. Check them against your space with a full swing in mind, not just standing room.
- Net or impact screen? A hitting net with a launch monitor is the simpler start; a full enclosure with a screen and projector is a bigger project.
- Know the running costs. Some launch monitors and simulator software need a subscription for full features. Read what is included.
- Plan the floor. A hitting mat that protects joints and the floor matters as much as the electronics.
- Allow for delivery and setup. Large packages can take longer to arrive and assemble, so order well before the holidays.
The Indoor Golf Shop: simulator packages and launch monitors
Simulator packages, launch monitors, nets and hitting mats in one store, with options from entry level to full home-studio builds.
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Experience gifts and the friend getting serious
Not every gift needs wrapping. A round at a local adventure golf course or an hour in a driving-range bay is a great date night or family outing; our mini golf date night guide has ideas to make it an event. For the friend graduating from putt-putt to the real thing, a good pre-owned club is a thoughtful upgrade.
How to shop the Black Friday and Cyber Monday golf sales
In 2026, Black Friday falls on Friday 27 November and Cyber Monday on Monday 30 November. Golf retailers often start promotions earlier in the month. A few habits help you buy well:
- Make the list now. Decide who you are buying for and which tier above fits before the sales start, so a countdown timer does not decide for you.
- Read the return policy. Especially for mats, nets and simulators: large items can be costly to send back.
- Check shipping cut-offs. Personalised items and big parcels need extra time before the holidays.
- Size for the player. Kids' clubs go by height; putters by stance. Our casual golfer gear guide explains what matters.
- Keep the gift receipt. Golfers are fussy about putters. Let them swap it.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good golf gift for a beginner?
Something that makes practice fun: bright balls, a short putting mat, or a backyard set they can play with family. Save expensive clubs until they know they love the game.
Is a home golf simulator worth it?
For a regular golfer with the right space, it can mean year-round practice. Measure your room against the manufacturer's requirements and budget for the mat, net or screen and any software subscription.
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Prices, stock and promotions change often and are set by each retailer. Check the retailer's site before you buy.