Watch Champions in the Making & Grow Your Own Game! The BC Amateur Championship & Burnaby Golf Festival Runs July 13 - 16
Since 1894, the BC Amateur has crowned the best amateur golfers in the province — and its champions have gone on to remarkable things. This July, that history comes to Riverway Golf Course for the first time. 156 of BC's best amateur golfers will play, and you can take in the action.
Alongside the tournament, Golf Burnaby is partnering with British Columbia Golf to host the Burnaby Golf Festival: junior clinics, a women's night, KP contest with a stellar grand prize (need a new driver in your bag?), and much more.
In addition to Riverway's fantastic restaurant options, Yo Bones BBQ and Juicy Green Express food trucks will be on site through the Festival to keep you fuelled. Spectate, celebrate, and expand your own skills!
MONDAY, JULY 13
Day 1 Spectator Experience | 7 am–6 pm | Riverway
Free, registration required | Register Here
Day 1 KP Contest | 11 am–2 pm | Riverway Driving Range
1 free entry daily (3 shots/entry) with Spectator Experience registration, $5 for additional entries
Take in the gorgeous practice facilities at Riverway, and show off your closest-to-the-pin skills! Prizes awarded daily - plus, top players will be invited back for the final KP contest on July 16, with a chance to play for a Callaway driver of their choice.
Junior/Adult Shotgun Fun Night | 6:00 pm–nightfall | Riverway On-Course
$70 + tax (includes junior and adult) | Register Here
Calling juniors (ages 10-18)! Bring a grown-up to the Burnaby Golf Festival's Junior/Adult Shotgun and you get to play for free! This is a great way for different generations to connect, play and have fun on the golf course. After registering, you and your adult will get that pre-game energy boost from a hot dog, pop and bag of chips, plus draw prizes before play begins.
TUESDAY, JULY 14
Day 2 Spectator Experience | 7 am–6 pm | Riverway
Free, registration required | Register Here
Day 2 KP Contest | 11 am–2 pm | Riverway Driving Range
1 free entry daily (3 shots/entry) with Spectator Experience registration, $5 for additional entries
Take in the gorgeous practice facilities at Riverway, and show off your closest-to-the-pin skills! Prizes awarded daily - plus, top players will be invited back for the final KP contest on July 16, with a chance to play for a Callaway driver of their choice.
Women's Beginner Clinic | 4–5:30 pm | Riverway Driving Range
$35 + tax | Registration Details
Never swung a golf club before? Then we want you! A special event for new golfers who want an intro to the game, with a 3-station rotation introducing putting, driving, and chipping. This is a pressure-free, supportive environment to get you started — and your registration includes access to a 5:30–6:30 pm Her Swing Meet & Greet Social Hour, complete with appetizers and a drink ticket.
Her Swing Shotgun Fun Night | 4:30 pm–nightfall | Riverway
$70 + tax | Registration Details
Starting at 4:30 pm, PING will be on-site for demos of their new GLE4's — custom fit for ladies for maximum height and increased consistency from putter to driver. Registration begins at 5 pm, then kick things off with a Meet & Greet Social Hour from 5:30–6:30 pm on the Riverway patio with appetizers and a drink ticket. Head to your cart at 6:45 pm for a marshal escort to your starting hole, with the Shotgun Start commencing at 7 pm.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15
Day 3 Spectator Experience | 7 am–6 pm* | Riverway
Free, registration required | Register Here
*Players tee off starting at 7 AM, and are expected to be on-course until around 1:30 PM. While tournament play ends at 1:30 PM, other festival activities as well as food and beverage service will still be available!
Day 3 KP Contest (Final Qualifying Day) | 11 am–2 pm | Riverway Driving Range
1 free entry daily (3 shots/entry) with Spectator Experience registration, $5 for additional entries
Take in the gorgeous practice facilities at Riverway, and show off your closest-to-the-pin skills! Prizes awarded daily - plus, top players will be invited back for the final KP contest on July 16, with a chance to play for a Callaway driver of their choice.
Steamworks Sampling | 12–6 pm | Riverway Clubhouse Patio
Free, register through Wednesday’s Spectator Experience
Sip and savour local brews from Steamworks while you take in the action.
Club Fitting Day | 2–6 pm | Riverway Driving Range
Free, appointment required | Appointment Booking Details
Get the ultimate club fitting experience with one-on-one consultations from Titleist, Callaway, and TaylorMade. Test out the latest and greatest gear and get expert recommendations from club fitting experts. Don't have an appointment? You can still head to the range to demo the club selection without the fitting experience!
Junior Golf Clinic | 3–5:15 pm | Riverway Driving Range
Free, registration required (2 one-hour blocks available @ 3 pm & 4:15 pm) | Register Here
Learn golf fundamentals, meet other juniors, and have fun! These one-hour blocks cover golf basics and are perfect for juniors who want an intro to the game.
Thursday, July 16
Day 4 Spectator Experience | 7 am–3 pm | Riverway
Free, registration required | Register Here
KP Contest - Grand Prize Round | Time TBD — Qualifiers Only | Riverway Driving Range
Top players from each day return to compete for the grand prize: a Callaway driver of their choice (must be in stock at Riverway pro shop at time of selection).
Steamworks Sampling & Live Music with Sax with Eric | 12 pm–3 pm | Riverway Clubhouse Back Patio
Free, register through Thursday’s Spectator Experience
Wind down the week with local brews and live saxophone on the patio!
Closing Celebration & Prize Presentation | 1:45–3 pm | Riverway
Free, register through Thursday’s Spectator Experience
Join us as we wrap up an unforgettable week of golf and celebrate this year's BC Amateur champion.