Out2Golf Ireland
Ireland’s Inclusive LGBTQ+ friendly Golf Society
Fun, inclusive golf meet-ups and Outings across Ireland — all skill levels welcome
Out2Golf Ireland is a non-profit, welcoming gay golf society for LGBTQ+ golfers and supporters for relaxed, welcoming golf events at clubs across Ireland. We organise social and friendly rounds in a social, inclusive environment — with golfers of all abilities very welcome.
Whether you’re a regular club golfer, getting back into the game, or playing as a beginner for the first time, you’ll find us a welcoming, supportive, respectful group that enjoy great days on the course.
Why join us?
Out2Golf Ireland welcomes everyone from complete beginners to experienced golfers
Regular monthly golf outings nationwide
Friendly, relaxed Stableford competitions with prizes
Meet new people and make friends
Reciprocal events with Out2Golf UK
Welcoming for all genders, orientations & skill levels
Many members value their privacy and participation is always at their own discretion
Our story
Out2Golf Ireland is run by a volunteer committee of golfers who wanted a welcoming, inclusive place to enjoy the game. We are a non-profit, volunteer-led society that exists to promote inclusive golf.
We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the sport of golf, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Our group offers a fun and friendly environment where you can meet new people, improve your game, and enjoy the great outdoors with other LGBTQ+ golfers and allies.
First time playing with us?
Many of our members attend their first event alone. You don’t need to know anyone, and you don’t need to be a low-handicap golfer — just turn up, you will be welcomed, be yourself, and enjoy the golf.
Any questions before the round, feel free to email us, click the join us page
Privacy
We respect members’ privacy at all times. There is no requirement to be “out”, and we never share personal details or photos without consent.
Our Members
Our members are from all over the 32 counties, and range from beginners to single figure players!
We pride ourselves on being all-inclusive, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or culture.
Golf Reciprocal Partners: https://www.out2golfuk.com/
We share a love of golf with other gay golfers from around the world, particularly with Out2Golf UK, the UK’s premier LGBTQI+ golf society , with whom we share society reciprocal arrangements.
We go on tours every year to the UK and Europe with them.
Where we play and how to join:
Every month we play a monthly competition round at a course in Ireland, on courses located all over the country. Click our Events Page for a list all of our current planned rounds.
🌈🏆 Rainbow Cup 2026
Ireland & UK come together for a landmark weekend of LGBTQ+ golf
18–20 September 2026
Three days. Three golf courses in Ireland. Two societies. One memorable weekend.
Out2Golf Ireland welcomed friends from Out2Golf UK to Ireland for the inaugural Rainbow Cup — a Ryder Cup-style matchplay championship played at Laytown & Bettystown, Palmerstown House and Rathsallagh Golf Club.
The weekend brought together friendly competition, new friendships and a shared commitment to making golf a welcoming sport for LGBTQ+ players. After three closely fought days, the match finished all square, with Ireland retaining the Rainbow Cup.
More than the result, the weekend demonstrated what Out2Golf Ireland is about: golf, friendship and community — across borders.
Read the full story →
Supported by the Shared Island Civic Society Fund, administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
🏳️🌈 🇪🇸 Valencia Gay Games 2026
Out2Golf Ireland makes its mark on the international stage
A week of friendship, pride and outstanding golf saw Out2Golf Ireland members represent Ireland on the international stage, returning home with multiple medals (9 in total) and memories that will last a lifetime.
We are fully endorsed and supported by the national governing body Golf Ireland
https://www.golfireland.ie/disability-and-inclusion
“Golf Ireland are delighted to support Out2Golf Ireland. It is one of Golf Ireland’s priorities to support people from the LGBTQI+ gay community to play the game. Golf is a game for all, and we are thrilled to support this society. Out2Golf Ireland’s ambition to provide a fun, safe and supportive space for members of the LGBTQI+ gay community to experience the benefits of golf aligns with Golf Ireland’s vision for inclusion, a game for all”
Deborah Madden, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager, Golf Ireland
We are also fully supported by Sporting Pride, Irelands recognized sports association for Ireland's LGBTQ+ community, working to promote inclusivity, combat discrimination, and encourage participation in sports and physical activity
https://www.sportingpride.ie
✈️Visiting Ireland?
Visiting Ireland and looking for a friendly round of golf?
Out2Golf Ireland welcomes visiting LGBTQ+ golfers and supporters to play a friendly round with us during their trip
You don’t need to be a member — just get in touch and we’ll do our best to include you
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