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Play Hawkstone Country Club
Gainesville, FL
Hawkstone Country Club is a private course in Gainesville, FL — but you don’t need a membership to play it. Charity outings are the public’s way in, and this page tracks the ones you can register for.
- Location
- Gainesville, FL
- Access
- Private
- Upcoming events
- 1
About Hawkstone Country Club
As a private club in Gainesville, FL, Hawkstone Country Club keeps its tee sheet members-only most of the year. The exception is charity golf: fundraising outings give the public a legitimate, welcome way onto the course.
Thanks to the mild climate, charity outings run nearly year-round, with a busy fall and winter season. The Southeast is one of the country’s golf capitals, with warm weather, a deep bench of championship clubs, and a year-round tournament culture.
Outings hosted at Hawkstone Country Club have included formats such as charity, golf, tournament and fundraiser. Each listing below shows the entry fee and what it includes, with proceeds going to the host charity.
Right now, 1 outing on this page offers public access to Hawkstone Country Club. Sign up through the host charity using the links below.
Upcoming Charity Events
- Register
19th Annual ElderCare Charity Golf Tournament 2026
OpenNov 20, 2026$500 foursome
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I get on the course at Hawkstone Country Club?
- Because Hawkstone Country Club is a private club, the most reliable way for the public to play is by registering for a charity golf tournament or outing held at the course. Browse the upcoming events on this page and register directly with the host organization.
- Is Hawkstone Country Club open to the public?
- Hawkstone Country Club is a private course and isn’t generally open for public tee times. Charity events are the exception, offering public access on select dates throughout the year.
- Where is Hawkstone Country Club located?
- Hawkstone Country Club is located in Gainesville, FL.
- How much does it cost to play Hawkstone Country Club in a charity event?
- Entry fees vary by event and charity. Each listing on this page shows the current entry fee (or a link to the organizer) so you can see exactly what’s included before you register.
- When can you play charity outings in Florida?
- Thanks to the mild climate, charity outings run nearly year-round, with a busy fall and winter season. Check the events on this page for Hawkstone Country Club’s current schedule.
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Guides to charity golf access
- Are Charity Golf Tournament Fees Tax Deductible?Only part of a charity golf entry fee is deductible. Learn how the IRS quid pro quo rule works, see a worked example, and know which extras never count.
- Golf Tournament Formats Explained: Scramble, Best Ball, Shamble and MoreWhat scramble, best ball, shamble, stableford, and alternate shot actually mean on the course — how each one plays, who it favors, and which format suits a charity outing.
- Golf Tournament Sponsorships: What the Tiers Mean and What They CostTitle, cart, beverage, and hole sponsorships explained — what each tier typically includes, what it costs, the questions to ask before you commit, and how organizers should package them.