Dining at Cantigny Golf
Options to please your palate...
Cantigny is the perfect place for all your special events. Floor to ceiling windows throughout the clubhouse, show views of the golf course that change with each season.
The Red Oak Room – A flexible space overlooking the golf course and lake, the Red Oak Room can be customized for private events of 30-150 guests.
Fareways Grill – Available for private events during winter months and enjoying the same golf and lake views, Fareways Grill is the perfect place to linger in our comfy leather club chairs while a crackling fire in the stone fireplace keeps you cozy and warm.
William Medill Room – Enjoy a bird’s eye view from high atop the clubhouse. This intimate space is perfect for groups of 14 or less.
Take advantage of our special menus or have our award winning culinary team create a custom menu just for you. Enhance your event with a specialty bar or a sampling from our extensive collection of single malt scotch. Our catering managers are happy to assist with planning your perfect party.
Not interested in a private room? The Fareways Grill is a great option for last minute luncheon celebrations. Open for lunch every day starting at 11am.
Questions? Call us at 630.260.8145 or fill out an Event Inquiry.
Office Parties | Business Lunches | Birthdays | Showers | Rehearsal Dinners | Engagement Parties | Family Celebrations | Retirement Parties | Holiday Luncheons | and more!
Youth Lessons
Junior Development Program
Ready to learn and have fun? The objective of the Cantigny Golf Junior Development Program is to provide every parent and junior with the best learning opportunity for golf. Our Program has four stages of involvement, and each stage is a framework for further development and skills. As the stages evolve, key skill concepts are required which most likely were learned from the previous stages.
| Entry Stage | Pee Wee and Little Linkers |
| Awareness Stage | Introductory Clinics-Levels 1 & 2 |
| Developmental Stage | Skill Progression-Levels 3 |
| Excel Stage | Players Performance Development-Level 4 |
To enroll your child in Cantigny Golf's Junior Development Program, please review the available clinics to determine which program best meets your child's level of experience.
2026 Cantigny Golf Junior Clinic Registration
To better serve you, we’re implementing phased online registration beginning the week of February 19. Signups begin at 9 am each day:
- Monday, February 16 – Pee Wee & Little Linkers clinics
- Tuesday, February 17 – Level 1 & Level 2 clinics
- Wednesday, February 18 – Open enrollment for all clinics
Youth Links Certification Playing Policy
Get certified to play!
To gain unsupervised (without an adult) playing privileges, juniors must successfully complete the Level 1 Certification Testing.
2026 Certification Bypass Testing (Ages 10 & up)
Bypass Testing: $75
Junior golfers ages 10 or older with at least 3 years of private Instruction from a PGA/LPGA Golf Professional, on and off the golf course, are eligible to bypass the Level 1 clinic. Students who select this option will need a signed letter from their previous instructor.
Please send your signed Certified Bypass Testing Form to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to be considered for bypass testing. Cantigny staff will contact you via email to schedule a test.
Custom Junior Clinics
If the dates of our scheduled programs conflict with your summer plans, juniors may form their own classes or be grouped with other juniors of the same level. Each custom class consists of three to six juniors, and will follow the same curriculum. Enrollment in a custom certification class is prepared by contacting the Golf Academy, 630.260.8199.
Junior Clinic Pricing
Pee Wee: $145
Little Linkers and Big Rippers: $160
Levels 1-3: $200
Youth Links Clubs and Leagues
Opportunities for Young Players to Get Together!
Cantigny Boys' and Girls' Clubs
Weekly golf clubs are offered for juniors who are certified for play at Cantigny Youth Links. The clubs provide opportunities to meet other young players and introduce beginning golfers to fun competitions. Registration is week-to-week (this is not a camp), and we ask that juniors make their own reservations at the Youth Links up to 14 days in advance. Call 630.260.8270.
The clubs meet as follows, from June through August:
Boys’ Club
Monday mornings, June 2 through July 28. Tee off at 9 am (shotgun start).
Cost: $17 includes green fee and chances to win prizes*
Girls’ Club
Tuesday mornings, June 3 through July 29. Tee times begin at 10 am.
Cost: $17 includes activities, green fee and chances to win prizes*
* Value Passes may be used for green fees, but players still pay a $3 event fee.
Spring and Fall Leagues
Cantigny Youth Links Spring and Fall Golf League is a league that will be following the same match format as the PGA Junior League. The number of teams will be determined by the number of participants that enroll. Spring and Fall Leagues play from 4-6pm. (Leagues meet at 4 pm, play begins at 4:15).
Youth Links Leagues require junior golfers to be able to play 9 holes while carrying their own bag, and are recommended for those who are comfortable keeping score for their round. Juniors must be at least 9 years old and certified to play at Cantigny Youth Links. Adults or Caddies are not allowed in Youth Links Leagues.
Registration fee is $195 per player which includes a Team hat, ½ price range balls, and a package lunch before or after matches.
Spring League (all Juniors must be certified to enroll)
Enrollment closes March 29, 2026
League meets on Thursdays, April 9, 16, 23, 30, and May 7, 14. Rain date: May 21.
Fall League (all Juniors must be certified to enroll)
Enrollment opens June 1, 2025
League meets on Thursdays, August 13, 20, 27, and September 3, 17, 24. Rain date: October 1. (No league September 10)
2026 PGA Junior League - 13U
Ages 8-13 Years Old (Boys & Girls) - $425
The Cantigny PGA Junior League Golf brings a fun and spirited “Little League” atmosphere to the game of golf! Boys and girls, ages 8-13, enjoy team vs. team competitions at the Cantigny Youth Links in a structured league using a popular, less stressful scramble format as opposed to stroke play competition. The league plays a five-week season in June and July and includes team shirts, practices with professional staff (Team Coach) and awards.
Each event/competition day will be played at the Cantigny Youth Links. The start time for each day will be a 7:15AM Shotgun format. Also included are 4 practices with team/coach, the practice schedules are determined by each individual team coach when rosters are set. (Please note, rosters are selected RANDOMLY, and requests can't always be accommodated)
NOTE: Registration must be done through the official PGA Junior Camps website. For more information, and to register, click below. Registration opens February 16.
Dates
June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10
Championship Date: July 17
Rain Date (if needed): July 24
2026 PGA Junior Camps
Ages 9-15 Years Old (Boys & Girls)
Half Day Camps - $475
Full Day Camps - $675
PGA Junior Camps bring a fun and spirited atmosphere to the game of golf! Boys and girls, ages 9 to 15, enjoy supervised play and instruction in a favorable and fun learning environment.
Half Day Camps are designed to inspire new golfers and focus on fundamentals and course etiquette. Full Day Camps allow intermediate and advanced golfers an opportunity to improve technical skills, course management, and shot selection.
NOTE: Registration must be done through the official PGA Junior Camps website. For more information, and to register, click below.
Youth Links Tee Times, Rates and Hours
Cantigny has gone cashless!
As of November 19, we only accept credit, debit, and digital payments for all transactions. Thank you for embracing change with us!
Why the change?
- Faster, more secure transactions
- Improved guest experience
- Reduced wait times
Accepted Payment Options: Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover), Debit Cards, Digital Payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay)
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Group Outings at Youth Links
Youth Links course offers a relaxed, walking-only par-three layout that’s ideal for casual outings, networking events, and social-forward experiences. Shorter play time, fun formats, and a laid-back atmosphere make this a favorite for non-traditional golf groups.
Youth Links 2026 Rates
9 Hole Rates
Ages 8-17
- Certified Junior: $16 (Must show certification card, $5 fee to replace a lost card. Certification cards will now expire when a junior turns 18.)
- Uncertified Junior or Junior without certification card: $20
Ages under 8
- Juniors age 5-8: $8
- Juniors under 5 with adult escort: $8
- Juniors under 5 with paying adult: Free
Adults (18 & up): $24
SAME DAY: All players may add an extra 9 holes for only $5!
Pull Carts: $5
Value Passes
Our Value Passes offer great savings and make wonderful gifts for the junior golfers in your life.
- Junior Value Pass (6 Rounds): $66
- Junior Value Pass (12 Rounds): $132
- Adult Value Pass (4 Rounds): $80
All passes are valid April through October and expire October 25, 2026.
Orders may be placed online or by phone.
Youth Links 2026 hours of operation
All players should be off the golf course and picked up from the facility 1½ hours after the last tee time of the day. Please ensure your juniors pickup by this time.
Spring Hours
March 28 - April 6
Daily: 10am - 5pm
Daily: 10am - 5pm
April 7 - May 22
Weekends: 9am - 6pm
Weekdays: 4 - 6pm
Weekends: 9am - 6pm
Weekdays: 4 - 6pm
April 17 and May 8 (No School)
10am - 5pm
10am - 5pm
Summer Hours
May 22 - August 16
Daily: 7am - 7pm
Daily: 7am - 7pm
July 4
8am - 3pm
8am - 3pm
Fall Hours
August 17 - 31
Weekends: 9am - 5pm
Weekdays: 4 - 6pm
Weekends: 9am - 5pm
Weekdays: 4 - 6pm
September 1 - 30
Weekends: 9am - 5pm
Weekdays: 4 - 5:30pm
Weekends: 9am - 5pm
Weekdays: 4 - 5:30pm
September 7, 14, & 25 (No School)
10am - 5:30pm
10am - 5:30pm
October 1 - 26
Weekends: 9am - 4:30pm
Weekdays: 4 - 4:30pm
Weekends: 9am - 4:30pm
Weekdays: 4 - 4:30pm
October 9, 12, 16, & 19 (No School)
10am - 4:30pm
10am - 4:30pm
Season Passes and Punch Passes are only valid until October 25.
A friendly reminder - all youth players must bring their certification card to play without an adult. Replacement cards may be purchased for $5.00.
Gift Card System Upgrade
As of November 14, E-gift cards are available for purchase online, and can be redeemed throughout the entire Cantigny property beginning November 19.
Purchase Gift CardBalances on existing gift cards have been transferred to the new system, and can be checked at the link below.
Check Balance