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Play Shaker Ridge Country Club
Albany, NY
Shaker Ridge Country Club is a private course in Albany, NY — 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
- Albany, NY
- Access
- Private
- Upcoming events
- 1
About Shaker Ridge Country Club
Shaker Ridge Country Club is a private golf club in Albany, NY, so tee times are normally reserved for members and their guests. For most golfers, a charity outing is the most realistic way to play Shaker Ridge Country Club — these events raise money for good causes while opening a course that’s otherwise closed off.
The playing season here runs roughly from April through October, so outings cluster in the warmer months. The Northeast is home to some of the oldest and most storied private clubs in American golf, many designed during the game’s early-1900s golden age.
Events at Shaker Ridge Country Club have run as golf, tournament and fundraiser. See each listing below for the entry fee and details, and every dollar past costs supports the charity behind the event.
There is currently 1 scheduled event where you can register to play Shaker Ridge Country Club. Registration is handled directly by each charity — use the links below to secure your spot before the field fills up.
Upcoming Charity Events
- Register
30th Annual Tee It Up for Kids Golf Tournament
OpenAug 16, 2027See site
Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I play Shaker Ridge Country Club?
- Because Shaker Ridge 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 Shaker Ridge Country Club open to the public?
- Shaker Ridge 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 Shaker Ridge Country Club located?
- Shaker Ridge Country Club is located in Albany, NY.
- What are entry fees like for outings at Shaker Ridge Country Club?
- 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 New York?
- The playing season here runs roughly from April through October, so outings cluster in the warmer months. Check the events on this page for Shaker Ridge 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.