Puttshack Tees up Food and Fun for Chicago's North Shore With New Location Opening on June 18
CHICAGO, May 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Puttshack, the world's first and only upscale, tech-infused mini golf experience, will be elevating gameplay to new heights by opening its 21st venue and second in Illinois, complete with globally inspired food & beverage, in Skokie, Ill. on June 18. The new 30,000 square foot social entertainment venue marks the final addition to the former Lord & Taylor space as part of Westfield Old Orchard's ongoing redevelopment, transforming the North Shore's premier shopping center into a multifaceted lifestyle destination.
The newest Puttshack will feature four highly competitive, tech-driven nine-hole mini golf courses powered by the brand's leading proprietary Trackaball™ technology, which elevates the game play by keeping track of your score. The space has two full-service bars and a private event space. The Skokie venue will also be the second location to feature one of Puttshack's innovations on indoor mini golf, Challenge Hole suites, a personal and private playing experience designed with groups in mind. The Challenge Hole is a dedicated mini golf suite, where guests can enjoy 90-minute sessions of competition with a variety of unique mini golf games in a semi-private interactive space while enjoying full-service dining. Skokie will have five of these suites available for booking.
"We're incredibly excited to continue our growth in the Chicagoland area with the opening of Puttshack Skokie," said Susan Walmesley, COO/CMO of Puttshack. "Chicago isn't just where our headquarters are based—it's a city we're deeply connected to. We love the energy, the people, and the innovation that defines this region. Expanding in our home market is always special, and we can't wait to bring our signature tech-infused experience to Skokie."
"Puttshack is an exciting and welcome addition to the Westfield Old Orchard family," said Maegen Akers, General Manager of Westfield Old Orchard. "We're thrilled to introduce a dynamic, interactive attraction that elevates the overall guest experience. As the center continues to evolve into a vibrant hub for living, working and playing, Puttshack adds a whole new level of energy and engagement for the community and visitors to enjoy."
Combined with the one-of-a-kind gameplay is a thoughtfully curated culinary experience that is a result of meticulous hands-on research by Puttshack's experienced food and beverage team. The globally inspired menu also pays tribute to a beloved Chicago flavor with its Chicago Tailpipes, fried spring rolls filled with Italian beef and, giardiniera served with horseradish and au jus for dipping. Featured local beverages include beers from Sketchbook Brewing, Goose Island Beer Co., and Alarmist Brewing. Puttshack takes great pride in supporting the local communities it calls home and will be proudly supporting the Niles Township Food Pantry by donating $1 from every Tailpipe sold at the Skokie location.
Puttshack will be opening to the public at 4 pm on Wednesday, June 18th and will be open Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sign up for Puttshack Perks to be the first to know when reservations are live, and to receive a free game of mini golf at https://www.puttshack.com/locations/skokie/. Guests can begin to book game and dining reservations starting June 4 for opening day on June 18. Inquiries for private events such as corporate outings and parties are currently being accepted for dates after June 23, 2025 at https://www.puttshack.com/groups-and-parties/skokie.
About PuttshackPuttshack is a leading concept in the emerging and growing market of competitive socializing. Combining a tech-infused mini golf game with an exceptional food and beverage offering, Puttshack has multi-generation appeal. Our proprietary Trackaball™ technology allows guests to play a point-scoring game surrounded by an upscale and exciting environment. Puttshack is the perfect place for dates, family bonding, birthdays, nights out with friends, or corporate outings. Since opening its first location in 2018, Puttshack now has several locations across London and the U.S. The company has its global headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, with a UK headquarters in London. For more information, please visit puttshack.com.
About Westfield Old OrchardWestfield Old Orchard is Chicagoland's premier shopping center and lifestyle destination. With an incredible and growing offering of more than 150 retailers, dining options and event spaces including Louis Vuitton, Bloomie's, Bar Siena and Pottery Barn, the center is transforming the in-person shopping experience for Chicago's North Shore and beyond. In tandem with its ever-evolving roster of partners and ongoing community engagement, Westfield Old Orchard is undergoing a transformative redevelopment with plans to create a vibrant, multifaceted destination soon to be home to modern residences, gourmet markets, green spaces and outdoor lounges. Learn more about Westfield Old Orchard, its retailers, upcoming events and initiatives at westfield.com/oldorchard, or visit the center at 4905 Old Orchard Center at the intersection of Skokie Blvd and Old Orchard Road in Skokie, Ill.
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