Best Golf Entertainment Venue Fans' Choice

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Best Golf Entertainment Venue

By Fans' Choice On 6/25/25 at 12:00 PM EDT

Love golf or just want to give swinging a club a try? Golf entertainment venues are where great swings meet an electrifying party vibe. Channel your inner pro golfer while you enjoy adult beverages, gnosh on tasty food and trade pointers with your friends. Whether you're sinking a hole-in-one or laughing your way through every swing, these lively spots guarantee a good time.

These 10 golf entertainment venues were selected by our featured panelists and contributors and voted on by readers as the best of the best.

1. Atomic Golf

Atomic Golf

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From high-tech golf bays and private party hubs to four floors of full-service bars and live DJs, Atomic Golf is a Vegas-style entertainment mecca, attracting both golf lovers and those craving a good time. For a unique experience, check out the Putting District that combines mini-golf with video games. Got kids? With kid-friendly games and activities, this venue is perfect for family adventures.

2. Shots in the Night at Indian Wells Golf Resort

Night Golf at Indian Wells Resort

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Laser-lit putting greens, glow-in-the-dark balls and a Toptracer-equipped driving range at Shots in the Night at Indian Wells Golf Resort create a unique nighttime golf experience. Take aim at lighted targets on the Glow Range while sipping your favorite drink from the full bar and savoring a bite from the food truck. Need a breather? Cozy up around the fire pit, compare rounds and let the good times glow.

3. Swingers

Swingers

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Swingers combines the simple joy of mini golf with a sophisticated and lively indoor, adult-oriented experience, offering friendly competition in a Gatsby-themed environment. Interactive holes and obstacles lend a layer of challenge while vibrant lighting and upbeat tunes add exuberance. When you're ready to snack, dive into burgers or pizza while your trusty caddy delivers drinks, so you never have to push the pause button.

4. Puttery

Puttery NYC

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A rooftop bar, craft cocktails, a chef-driven menu and four immersive courses converge for an unforgettable mini golf course experience at Puttery. Putt under the sky on the Rooftop course, bend your brain on the trippy Illusion course, spin the globe on the Library course or warm up by the fireplace on the Lodge course. Afterwards, you can celebrate your hole-in-one with upscale snacks and drinks in the lounge.

5. MGM Golf at Beau Rivage

MGM Golf at Beau Rivage

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MGM Golf at Beau Rivage offers golfers and non-golfers an exhilarating, multi-sport experience with virtual golf simulators and more than 40 other games for nonstop excitement. Kick back in the swanky lounge, savor gourmet bites and bottle service and soak up the upscale ambiance with live music. For a luxe, lounge-style hangout that goes beyond golf, this spot is perfect for any occasion.

6. Puttshack

Puttshack

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If you crave high-energy golf competition with fun at the forefront, Puttshack delivers! With high-tech scoring that tracks every putt, you'll glide through wildly creative, interactive holes that promise endless laughs. For a VIP vibe, host a private group showdown with gourmet eats in one of the Challenge Hole suites. Whether it's a date night, family outing or casual night with friends, Puttshack transforms mini golf into a mega-good time.

7. PopStroke

Popstroke

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This isn't your typical mini golf course. At PopStroke, Tiger Woods-designed putting courses with bunkers and fairways make you feel like you're on the links. Fuel up on food and drinks, delivered while you putt through the course. Lively bars and jumbotrons enhance your experience, while games like ping pong and cornhole add another level of fun. When gameplay is done, enjoy a milkshake from the on-site ice cream parlor.

8. Topgolf

Topgolf

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Golf might be the central theme at Topgolf, but its vibrant social atmosphere, full-service dining and sports bar combine for an exhilarating sensory experience. You can enjoy high-tech virtual golf games anytime in the interactive, all-weather driving bays. Add upbeat music and top-tier refreshments, and you've got a recipe for nonstop fun. Need to hone your skills before your group Topgolf outing? Book an on-site one-on-one golf lesson.

9. BigShots Golf

BigShots Golf

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Looking for a golf outing that goes beyond swings and putts? BigShots Golf has you covered. High-tech meets high fun with a social scene anyone can enjoy, whether you're a seasoned pro or just learning which club to use. Track your shots with doppler-based radar, chill in a climate-controlled tee box or mix it up with a round of cornhole or giant Jenga on the outdoor putting course.

10. Five Iron Golf

Five Iron Golf

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Whether you're fine-tuning your swing or just soaking up the sleek, urban atmosphere, Five Iron Golf is a "big kids" playground serious golfers and hobbyists can enjoy. Cutting-edge simulators allow you to track your game, and a menu full of tasty food and refreshing drinks fuel your game. When you need a break from the virtual fairways, check out the entertainment center's other games, like billiards and shuffleboard.

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Our Featured Panelists

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Danielle Bauter

Based in Southern California, Danielle Bauter is a freelance journalist who focuses on lifestyle topics like travel, sports, and wellness. Her writing has appeared in a variety of print and digital publications, including BBC Travel, Lonely Planet, USA Today 10Best, Condé Nast Traveler, and Frommer's. A former bookseller, she's also passionate about indie bookstores and literary-themed cocktails. You can follow Danielle at www.instagram.com/missbauterfly.

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Shannon DalPozzal

Shannon DalPozzal is a writer and traveler, where she blends storytelling with a lifelong passion for unique American experiences. She spent her childhood summers at Huntsville Speedway in Alabama, cheering on her uncle from the grandstands and falling in love with the roar of engines and the thrill of the track. Now based in coastal Maine, Shannon is the Best-Selling author of Of a Woman: The Journey to Becoming and host of the podcast Unpacked with Shannon DalPozzal. She explores everything from memoir to motorsports with curiosity, heart, and a keen eye for culture.

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Jamie Davis Smith

Jamie Davis Smith is a travel writer and attorney. She lives in Washington, DC with her four children. As a native of Philadelphia, Jamie is a lifelong fan of all of the Philadelphia sports teams, especially the Eagles and Phillies. However, once her son introduced her to soccer, she was hooked. Jamie travels frequently to attend her children's sports events, including soccer, track, and cross-country. She and her children try to catch a game wherever they are in the world and have planned trips to cheer on their favorite teams. You can follow Jamie's adventures via www.instagram.com/wherejamiegoes.