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Play Wakonda Club
Des Moines, IA
Want to play Wakonda Club? This private club in Des Moines, IA opens to the public through charity golf tournaments and fundraising outings. Here’s how to get on the tee sheet and which events are coming up.
- Location
- Des Moines, IA
- Access
- Private
- Upcoming events
- 1
About Wakonda Club
Wakonda Club is a private golf club in Des Moines, IA, so tee times are normally reserved for members and their guests. For most golfers, a charity outing is the most realistic way to play Wakonda Club — these events raise money for good causes while opening a course that’s otherwise closed off.
The season is concentrated from May through September, so summer dates fill up fast. The Midwest packs its golf into a passionate warm-weather season, with a strong tradition of member-guest and charity events at its private clubs.
Outings hosted at Wakonda Club have included formats such as charity, golf, tournament, fundraiser and golf-history. Each listing below shows the entry fee and what it includes, with proceeds going to the host charity.
There is currently 1 scheduled event where you can register to play Wakonda 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
Iowa Golf Hall of Fame Benefit Golf Outing
OpenOct 15, 2026$300 per person
Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I play Wakonda Club?
- Because Wakonda 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 Wakonda Club open to the public?
- Wakonda 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 Wakonda Club located?
- Wakonda Club is located in Des Moines, IA.
- What are entry fees like for outings at Wakonda 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 Iowa?
- The season is concentrated from May through September, so summer dates fill up fast. Check the events on this page for Wakonda Club’s current schedule.
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.