Lawn Bowling

Lawn bowling is a sport played on a flat, grass surface. It's a great opportunity to enjoy recreation outdoors and connect with others. Brantford's new lawn bowling greens are open for the season, weather permitting. Purchase a membership to enjoy unlimited play during schedule times. The Green features eight bowling rinks with lights, seating and a shade area. Balls (bowls) are provided. Free on-site parking is available. 

Grand Opening Celebration

Help celebrate the grand opening of Brantford's newest recreation space. Try your hand at lawn bowling with guided lessons and enjoy free open play. Get rolling with guided lessons and enjoy free open play on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Formal remarks will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by an official ribbon cutting ceremony.  

Following the official opening, get rolling while listening to BarCode play oldies rock and roll live on the green. Light refreshments will be served. 

Purchase a lawn bowling membership for the 2025 season by July 15, 2025 and receive a FREE Walter Gretzky Municipal Golf Course t-shirt, while supplies last.

Hours

Try out the new lawn bowling green. Play for FREE on Saturday, July 19 and July 26, 2025. 

A Lawn Bowling Membership is required to use the facility. Rinks are open for drop-in play from  May to October,  weather permitting. Schedules are subject to change.

  • Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  • Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Memberships

Seasonal memberships include unlimited drop-in play during scheduled times. You can purchase a seasonal membership inside the Pro Shop at the Walter Gretzky Municipal Golf Course.

  • 2025 membership rate: $75.00 per person, including HST
  • 2026 membership rate: $175.00 per person, including HST 

Rules of play

To ensure everyone has a great time, and for everyone's safety, please adhere to the following rules of play.

  • Wear flat sole shoes or sneakers.
  • We recommend wearing comfortable clothing, including a hat and sunscreen when needed.
  • Do not throw the balls outside of the lawn bowling area or towards other players. 

Sponsorship opportunities

Opportunities are available to sponsor a rink. Sponsors will have their logo included on a sign at each end of a rink sized 24 inches wide by 18 inches high. The rate to sponsor a rink is $565.00 including HST. Ad design and production is not included.

To sponsor, or to ask questions, please email advertising@brantford.ca or call 519-753-6112.