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Create a Golf Poker Run Event

Easily set up a golf-themed poker run using the Aces Poker Run app. Golf events work great for fundraisers and tournaments—each hole acts like a "stop," and cards are dealt as participants play.

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Written by Aces Help
Updated over 3 weeks ago

📅 Step 1: Go to Manage Events

  • From the Home screen, tap the Manage Events button (located in the bottom navigation bar).

  • Tap the blue "+" icon in the upper-right corner to create a new event.


🏏 Step 2: Choose Event Type

  • When prompted, select "Golf Event" as your event type.

  • This will tailor the setup to the golf format and present relevant options.


📖 Step 3: Enter Basic Event Details

Fill out the required information:

Field

Description

Event Name

A short, descriptive name (e.g., Charity Golf Poker Run 2025)

Start & End Date/Time

Define when the event will begin and end (typically one day)

Event Description

Include game format, fundraiser details, or sponsor info

Event Image (optional)

Helps brand your event with a custom logo or banner


🚩 Step 4: Select Your Golf Club

  • Type the name of your golf course in the search box.

  • Choose the correct golf club from the list.

  • Then select the specific course (if multiple are available).


⛳️ Step 5: Choose Format (9 or 18 Holes)

  • Select whether this is a 9-hole or 18-hole event.

  • This determines how many stops (holes) players will pass through to build their poker hand.

    • 9-Hole Event is a 9 card event with the option to add the extra card feature.

    • 18-Hole Event is a 10 card format (5 on the front, 5 on the back). There is no extra card option for this event type as there is a 10 card limit total per hand.


💰 Step 6: Set Pricing & Fees

Configure the hand pricing:

  • Price Per Hand: Set the cost participants will pay to register.

  • Stripe Fees Option:

    • If toggled ON (default): Participants pay the Stripe processing fee in addition to the hand price.

    • If toggled OFF: Your organization absorbs the Stripe fee from the collected proceeds.


🔹 Step 7: Select Card Dealing Method

Currently, QR Code Scanning is the only supported method for golf events.

  • Each hole will have a printed QR code that participants scan to receive their card.

    • QR Code signs should be placed at each designated tee box so participants can scan and collect their card for that hole. If they miss a hole, the next time they scan it will catch them up.

  • (Coming Soon: GPS-based card dealing that will automatically detect which hole you’re on.)


🗒️ Step 8: Publish or Skip

You can:

  • Tap Publish to immediately make your event live and available for registration

  • Or tap Skip to return to the Event Management screen to review or edit settings before going live


🔄 Make Changes Later

  • From Manage Events, select your golf event at any time to:

    • Edit event details

    • Add sponsors or prizes

    • View registrations and more


✅ Tips for Success

  • 📊 Add a leaderboard screen at the clubhouse to build excitement

  • 🎁 Consider offering extra cards as a paid add-on for fundraising

  • 🏢 Customize your event image and description to attract more players


Questions? Visit 👉 help.acespokerrun.com or contact our support team through the help icon in the app.

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