75 Creative Golf Tournament Name Ideas

Classic & Timeless Names

These names feel established and professional — like the tournament has been around for decades.

1. The [Organization Name] Classic
2. The [City/Region] Invitational
3. The Annual [Cause] Cup
4. The [Founder's Name] Memorial
5. The [Organization] Championship
6. The Heritage Cup
7. The Founders Invitational
8. The Charity Challenge
9. The [Organization] Open
10. The Legacy Open

Clever & Punny Names

A little wordplay makes your tournament memorable — and shareable.

11. Tee It Up for [Cause]
12. Fore! A Good Cause
13. Putting for Purpose
14. Driving for [Cause]
15. The Birdie Ball
16. Chips and Dips
17. Par-Tee Time
18. The 19th Hole Classic
19. Swing into Spring
20. Hole Lotta Love
21. A Hole in One for [Cause]
22. The Mulligan Open
23. Fairway to Heaven
24. No Guts, No Birdie
25. Putt Putt Give

Cause-Specific Names

For Medical/Health Causes:

26. Swing for the Cure
27. Golf Fore Health
28. Drive Out [Disease]
29. The Hope Invitational
30. Fairways for Fighters
31. Putting for Patients
32. The Survivor's Cup
33. Birdies for [Cause]

For Youth/Education:

34. Tee Up for Tomorrow
35. Kids First Classic
36. The Scholarship Scramble
37. Futures Open
38. Junior Achievement Cup
39. The Education Invitational

For Veterans/First Responders:

40. Heroes on the Green
41. The First Responders Cup
42. Salute to Service Open
43. Fairways for Freedom
44. The Blue Line Classic
45. Badges & Birdies

For Animals:

46. Paws on the Green
47. The Fetch Classic
48. Tails & Tees
49. Birdies for Buddies
50. The Rescue Open

Corporate & Networking Events

51. The [Company] Invitational
52. The Industry Cup
53. The Client Appreciation Classic
54. The Leadership Open
55. The [Company] Pro-Am
56. The Executive Challenge
57. The Networking Nine
58. The Q[Quarter] Cup
59. The Annual Partners Tournament
60. The Chairman's Classic

Seasonal Names

61. The Spring Swing
62. The Summer Scramble
63. Fall Classic
64. The Harvest Cup
65. The Turkey Trot Tournament
66. The Winter Warm-Up
67. The Kickoff Classic
68. The Season Finale Open

Local Flavor

69. The [City Name] Cup
70. The [Landmark] Invitational
71. The [Local Nickname] Open
72. The [State] Scramble
73. The [Neighborhood] Classic
74. The [Course Name] Championship
75. The [Region] Charity Challenge

Tips for Naming Your Tournament

• Keep it short. Two to four words is ideal. Long names get truncated on signage and social posts.
• Make it say something. The best names hint at the cause, the vibe, or the stakes.
• Check for conflicts. Google your name to make sure another tournament isn't using it.
• Think about the logo. Your name will end up on signs, shirts, and trophies. Pick something that looks good in print.
• Test it out loud. Does it roll off the tongue? Is it easy to remember?
• Consider longevity. Avoid names tied to a specific year or one-time theme.

Quick Note on "Annual" vs. "First Annual"

You can't call something "first annual" — it's only annual after it's happened more than once. For your first year, use "inaugural" instead.

• ✓ The Inaugural [Name] Golf Tournament
• ✗ The First Annual [Name] Golf Tournament

Final Thought

Your tournament name is the first impression. It shows up on every email, every flyer, and every check written to your organization. Take the time to pick something that fits — and that you'll be proud to promote for years to come.