National Golf Cart Day
June 13
About National Golf Cart Day
National Golf Cart Day takes place on Saturday, 13 June 2026, celebrating the humble golf cart and the role it plays on courses, in communities, and far beyond the fairway. The day pays tribute to the design, history, and everyday usefulness of a vehicle that has become a fixture of golf clubs, retirement villages, college campuses, and resort towns around the world.
How to Celebrate National Golf Cart Day
This is a day built for getting outside and having fun, so the best way to mark it is to climb aboard and enjoy the ride. Here are plenty of ideas to make the most of 13 June.
- Book a round of golf – Hire a cart at your local course and play eighteen holes the easy way. It is the most fitting tribute of all, and a relaxed way to spend a Saturday with friends or family.
- Give your cart a wash and detail – If you own a golf cart, spend the day cleaning, polishing, and checking it over. Top up the battery, inspect the tyres, and get it looking showroom fresh for the season ahead.
- Decorate your cart – Add flags, lights, seat covers, or a custom paint job. Personalising a cart has become a hobby in its own right, and the day is the perfect excuse to show off your style.
- Take a community parade or cruise – Many cart-friendly neighbourhoods organise group drives. Gather your neighbours and tour the streets together, especially common in golf cart communities across Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas.
- Visit a golf cart dealership – Showrooms often run open days, demonstrations, and special offers around the date. It is a chance to see the latest electric and lithium-powered models up close.
- Learn to drive safely – Brush up on local rules for road-legal carts, practise reversing and parking, and make sure younger drivers understand the basics. Safety keeps the fun going.
- Share your cart on social media – Post a photo of your cart, your favourite course, or your decorating efforts using the day’s hashtags. The wider community loves to see custom builds and classic models alike.
- Try a non-golf use – Use your cart for a trip to the shops, a campsite run, or a tour around a farm or showground. Golf carts have become genuine utility vehicles, so put yours to work.
What is National Golf Cart Day?
National Golf Cart Day is an annual observance held every 13 June that honours the golf cart in all its forms, from the classic two-seater on the fairway to the modern electric utility vehicle. It celebrates the engineering behind these compact vehicles, the freedom and accessibility they offer, and the strong community of owners, collectors, and enthusiasts who have made carts a way of life. Golfers, hobbyists, families, and businesses all take part, and the day has a light-hearted, sociable spirit.
When is National Golf Cart Day?
National Golf Cart Day falls on Saturday, 13 June 2026. It is observed on the same fixed date every year, so it is easy to plan ahead. The 2026 date landing on a weekend makes it especially convenient for a round of golf, a community cruise, or a relaxed day out. If quirky annual celebrations appeal to you, you might also enjoy National Yard Games Day, another outdoor occasion built around summer fun.
The History of National Golf Cart Day
National Golf Cart Day was founded in 2024 by E-Z-GO, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of golf carts and personal transport vehicles. The company chose 13 June because that was the date it opened its doors back in 1954. The first observance coincided with E-Z-GO’s seventieth anniversary, and the brand worked with the National Day Calendar to give the golf cart its own official place on the calendar.
The story of the golf cart itself stretches back much further. The earliest example is usually credited to Lyman Beecher of Clearwater, Florida, who in the early 1930s built a rickshaw-style cart so he could keep playing golf after arthritis made walking the course difficult. His simple design carried a golfer and their clubs, and it sparked decades of innovation. By the 1950s, motorised models were appearing, and Merle Williams of Redlands, California is often credited with producing one of the first electric carts designed specifically for golf in 1951.
E-Z-GO entered the market in 1954, founded by Beverly and Billy Dolan, who are credited as pioneers of mass-produced golf carts and were among the first to offer fleet purchasing options to courses. Other major names, including Cushman and Club Car, followed soon after. From a niche aid for golfers with limited mobility, the cart grew into a global industry and a familiar sight well beyond the eighteenth green.
Fun Facts About National Golf Cart Day
- The day was created in 2024 to mark E-Z-GO’s seventieth anniversary, making it one of the newer additions to the national day calendar.
- The very first golf cart, built by Lyman Beecher in the 1930s, was pulled by two caddies before later versions added wheels and motors.
- One of the first purpose-built electric golf carts is credited to Merle Williams of California in 1951.
- Early petrol-powered carts were often banned from courses in the 1950s because of their noise and exhaust fumes.
- The global golf cart industry has grown into a market worth close to two billion dollars, driven in recent years by lithium battery technology.
- In many planned communities across the southern United States, golf carts are road-legal and used for everyday errands, not just golf.
Why National Golf Cart Day Matters
Golf carts are about more than convenience on the course. They improve accessibility for players who would otherwise struggle to walk eighteen holes, they support local businesses and dealerships, and they bring neighbours together in cart-friendly towns and villages. National Golf Cart Day gives owners and enthusiasts a moment to appreciate a clever, practical vehicle and to share their passion with others.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Golf Cart Day?
National Golf Cart Day is an annual celebration of the golf cart, honouring its history, design, and the community of owners and enthusiasts who love these compact vehicles. It is a light-hearted day for golfers, hobbyists, and families alike.
When is National Golf Cart Day in 2026?
National Golf Cart Day is on Saturday, 13 June 2026. It is observed on the same fixed date every year.
Who started National Golf Cart Day?
The day was founded in 2024 by E-Z-GO, a leading golf cart manufacturer, in partnership with the National Day Calendar. The date of 13 June marks the anniversary of E-Z-GO opening for business in 1954.
Spread the Word
Join the celebration and share your best golf cart photos, custom builds, and course adventures on social media with #NationalGolfCartDay and #NationalGolfCartDay2026. Tag your friends and challenge them to take part!
Related Awareness Days
- National Golf Month – A month-long celebration of the sport itself, perfect for anyone who loves time on the fairway.
- National Yard Games Day – Another sociable outdoor occasion built around summer fun and friendly competition.
- National Wiffle Ball Day – A playful celebration of a backyard classic, ideal for anyone who enjoys easygoing games outdoors.
Links
- Visit the official National Golf Cart Day page from E-Z-GO
- Explore more awareness days at AwarenessDays.com
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