Putting Zoo

06/01/2026

Community Partner Spotlight 🐒⛳🏡

A big thank you to Doug Tarry Homes for supporting local family fun as a hole sponsor at The Putting Zoo!

We’re proud to partner with businesses that help make our community stronger. Support for local entertainment, outdoor family activities, and community spaces means so much — and Doug Tarry Homes is helping make that possible.

Please join us in thanking for being part of the wild fun at The Putting Zoo!

Be sure to check out their new build here:
https://www.dougtarryhomes.com/300-manor/

Thank you again to Doug Tarry Homes for supporting The Putting Zoo and helping us create fun experiences for families, friends, and visitors in St. Thomas. 💚

📍 The Putting Zoo
🌐 puttingzoo.ca

05/30/2026

Wednesday Team League starts this Wednesday, June 3rd! ⛳

The Putting Zoo is welcoming new teams for our Wednesday Team League this season.

This is a fun, low-pressure organized league for all skill levels and ages. We have a mixed group of teams and players already, and we’re looking forward to welcoming new teams into the mix this year.

League players receive:

$20 registration
Discounted Wednesday green fee: $10/player, taxes included
Weekly prizes
Snacks offered weekly
Season-long running points total
Entry into the year-end 2-person team league tournament
A chance to be engraved on the trophy and become a Putting Zoo legend forever

This is a great way to play the course more often, save on green fees, enjoy some friendly competition, and have something fun to look forward to each week.

All skill levels welcome. New teams welcome.

📍 The Putting Zoo
79 Elm St, St. Thomas
📧 [email protected]
📞 (519) 280-4497
🌐 puttingzoo.ca

Tag a friend, coworker, family member, or teammate who should join you this season!

05/28/2026

⛳️ Looking for something fun to do this summer that doesn’t feel like another commitment?

Grab a partner and join our Wednesday Team League at The Putting Zoo!

✔️ Teams of 2
✔️ Play anytime Wednesday after 1 PM
✔️ Fun, casual & low commitment
✔️ Great for co-workers, friends & team building
✔️ Weekly mini-games, prizes, drinks & snacks

This league is all about getting outside, having fun, meeting people, and enjoying a little friendly competition on the greens.

No experience needed — just bring a teammate and a good attitude 😄

📍 79 Elm St, St. Thomas
🌐 puttingzoo.ca

Tag the person you’d team up with 👇

05/21/2026

Looking for a fun outdoor group outing in St. Thomas? ⛳🐒

The Putting Zoo is now welcoming group bookings for the season!

We’re a great option for:

Teachers and schools planning field trips
Businesses looking for staff outings or client appreciation events
Sports teams, clubs, churches, day camps, and community groups
Organizations looking to host a fundraiser
Birthday parties, family functions, and general group events

Groups can enjoy a round of outdoor mini golf, and we can also add extra fun with optional mini games like:

Closest to the Pin Challenge
Chipping Mini Game
Co****le
Prize Challenges
Raffle or Fundraiser Options

Our regular one-round rates are:

Adults: $20
Children 12 and under: $12
Youth ages 13 to 16: $16
Seniors 65+: $17
Family Package, two adults and two children: $52

Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more, and we’re happy to discuss options based on your group size, event type, and goals.

Whether you’re planning a school trip, team-building day, staff appreciation event, fundraiser, or just a fun group day outside, we’d love to help make it happen.

📍 The Putting Zoo
79 Elm St, St. Thomas, ON
📧 [email protected]
📞 (519) 280-4497
🌐 puttingzoo.ca

Tag a teacher, coach, manager, organizer, or group leader who should see this! 👇

05/17/2026

🐒 May 2-Fore weekend plans? Swing on over! ⛳

The long weekend is the perfect time to grab your crew, get outside, and take a putt on the wild side at The Putting Zoo.

Bring the family, challenge your friends, or start a little rematch tradition — our course is ready for you this May 2-Fore weekend. 🏌️‍♀️🌿

📍 79 Elm Street, St. Thomas
⛳ Outdoor mini golf
🐾 Jungle vibes
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly fun
🔗 Check our link in bio for rates, hours, and weather updates

Tag someone who needs to swing on over with you this weekend! 👇

05/10/2026

⛳️ The Putting Zoo Opens for the 2026 Season on Tuesday, May 12th! ⛳️

We’re excited to welcome everyone back for another summer of mini golf, sunshine, laughs, and great memories at The Putting Zoo! 🌞🏌️‍♂️🏌️‍♀️

Whether you’re planning a family outing, date night, birthday, or just looking for some outdoor fun, we can’t wait to see you back on the greens.

And this season, we’ve got some exciting leagues returning — including a brand new format for our Wednesday Team League!

🏆 Wednesday Team League – New This Year!
Starting Wednesday, June 3

This year we’re switching to 2-player teams instead of 4 to make it easier to join, organize, and have fun all summer long.

👥 Friends, couples, co-workers, neighbours — everyone is welcome!

✔️ 12-week season
✔️ Play anytime after 1 PM on Wednesdays
✔️ Weekly changing formats
✔️ $20 team entry fee
✔️ Discounted league green fee: $10/player tax included each week
✔️ Free drink & snack weekly
✔️ Mini-games, prizes, leaderboard & year-end BBQ trophy bash

☀️ Ladies Putting League
Starting Monday, June 8th

Join us every Monday morning from 10 AM – 12 PM for a casual and social mini-golf experience for women of all ages and skill levels.

🥐 Includes pastries, refreshments, laughs, and great company!

📍 Full league details, registration information, and updates can be found at:

The Putting Zoo

We can’t wait to kick off another amazing season with everyone. See you on the greens! ⛳️🌿

12/07/2025

🎅✨ SANTA IS HERE TONIGHT! ✨🎄
If you’re looking for a magical way to get into the Christmas spirit, don’t miss Santa’s Cabin & Outdoor Christmas Market — happening TONIGHT!

We’ve transformed the grounds into a sparkling winter wonderland: glowing light displays, festive vendor tents, cozy holiday vibes, and even a winter-themed putting contest that’s fun for all ages!

📸 Santa will be in his chair from 5pm–7pm!
Bring the kids, bring your friends — photos are by donation, and every smile helps support our community. ❤️

✨ What you’ll find tonight:
🎄 Santa’s Cabin (he’s ready for photos!)
🛍️ Outdoor Christmas Market with amazing local vendors
🌟 Dazzling holiday light display
⛳ Winter Putting Contest — cute, fun, & laugh-worthy!
☕ Hot drinks & festive treats (perfect for warming up!)

We’d LOVE to see the place buzzing tonight — last night was a little quiet, so let’s make tonight magical! Come support local, make memories, and soak up the Christmas cheer.

👉 Tag a friend who needs a little holiday magic!
👉 Share this post to help spread the word!

See you tonight — Santa is waiting! 🎅💫

12/04/2025

🎅🎄 Santa’s Cabin + Christmas Market at The Putting Zoo (St. Thomas)! ✨⛳️

Starting THIS WEEKEND (Dec 6–7)! Come walk the lights, meet Santa, shop local vendors, and grab a premium Christmas tree — all in one stop.

🗓️ Dates & Times (4:00 PM – 9:00 PM):
• Dec 6–7
• Dec 13–14
• Dec 18–23

🎅 Santa visits every event night: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📸 Photos with Santa are by donation (not required)

✨ What you’ll find:
• A beautiful Christmas light walk-through + winter-themed décor
• Rotating local vendors (different mix each weekend—so there’s always something new!)
• Hot chocolate at the kiosk (whipped cream + marshmallows available 😋)
• A Winter-Themed Putting Contest on Hole #1 for a prize 🏆
• Christmas Trees for sale (100 total, first come first serve) — various sizes & premium types, nicely shaped and pruned
• Proudly supporting our community: 50% of Christmas tree proceeds go to the STEGH Foundation ❤️

✅ Free entry | ✅ Free parking | Donations always appreciated, never required.

📍 The Putting Zoo – St. Thomas (next to Pinafore Park)
Full details (and vendor applications):
https://puttingzoo.ca/santas-cabin

Vendor note: We’re nearly full for the final week, but we do have a small number of curated vendor spaces remaining. If you’re a maker/vendor and want to be considered, apply on the event page above.

Please share + bring the family! 🎄✨

11/28/2025

🎅 Santa’s Cabin & Christmas Market is soon! Join us at The Putting Zoo (79 Elm Street, St. Thomas) on Dec 6–7, 13–14 & 18–23 from 4–9 PM for a festive evening of lights, music and holiday cheer.

🌟 Enjoy free photos with Santa (bring your own camera), browse our heated vendor market, marvel at dazzling light displays and test your skills on a winter‑themed putting course with prizes.

🌲 We’re selling 100 premium Christmas trees—perfectly pruned and available in a range of sizes—with half of the proceeds supporting the STEGH Foundation’s recruitment of a new doctor to improve local patient care.

🏠 Doug Tarry Homes helps bring our cozy cabin to life, Kettle Creek Inn lights up the Big Maple, and Janzen Lawncare & Landscaping sponsors our putting contest—thank you to these amazing local partners!

🎟️ Entry to the market and light display is free, parking is free and our paths are accessible. Come early, pick your tree and make magical holiday memories with us!

👉 RSVP, share this post with friends and family, and visit puttingzoo.ca for details.

05/26/2025

☕️🌸 LADIES PUTTING LEAGUE – MONDAY MORNINGS
• 10-week season · starts June 9 | 10 AM – 12 PM
• $10 cash to join, then $10 per round
• Fun mini-games each week – all skill levels welcome
• Complimentary coffee, tea & pastries after play

Sign up: https://puttingzoo.ca/ladies-putting-league or call 519-280-4497

Bring a pal or come solo – we’ll pair you up!

 Starting on June 9th, 2025, the Ladies Putting League will offer a delightful and casual mini-golf experience for women of all ages and skill levels. Gather with us every Monday morning from 10 am to 12 noon for a fun-filled round of putting, delicious pastries, and refreshing beverages.