Puttshack Continues Expansion in the Midwest with Second Location Near the Twin Cities

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Puttshack, the upscale tech-infused mini golf brand, will expand into the Minneapolis metropolitan area with a new location at Southdale Center. Set to open in Spring 2024, this 25,000 square-foot venue will feature four competitive nine-hole courses using patented Trackaball™ technology, along with two full-service bars and a 100-seat outdoor patio. It aims to serve as a premier destination for social gatherings in Edina, Minnesota, following a pattern of strategic expansion in the growing competitive socializing market. The new site signifies Puttshack's second venue in Minnesota, following another announced opening in Minneapolis.

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• Puttshack Edina will cater to a growing demand for experiential entertainment in the Twin Cities region.
• The venue will feature advanced Trackaball™ technology enhancing gameplay and guest engagement.
• Puttshack's strategic expansion is supported by a recent $150 million growth capital round, indicating financial backing for future growth.

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New upscale tech-infused mini golf experience to open at Southdale Center in the Minneapolis metropolitan area

MINNEAPOLIS, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Puttshack, the world's first and only upscale tech-infused mini golf experience, today announced its continued expansion in Minnesota with the signing of a new lease at Southdale Center, a premier retail destination in the suburbs of the Twin Cities. Located at 2004 Southdale Center in Edina, Minn., the new Puttshack outpost is expected to be the first location to open in the Twin Cities in Spring of 2024. 

Puttshack Edina will be the first choice for residents and visitors of the Twin Cities looking for a fun and unique experience with family, friends and colleagues. The more than 25,000 square-foot space will feature four highly competitive, tech-driven nine-hole mini golf courses powered by the brand's leading patented Trackaball™ technology, which elevates the game play by keeping track of your score. Spanning across two floors, the space will have two full-service bars and an expansive outdoor patio with seating for up to 100 guests. For those looking to host exclusive parties for friends and coworkers, a private event space with a capacity of 80 will be available as well.

"We're excited to see continued growth and expansion of our tech-infused mini golf concept, especially to Minneapolis and St. Paul, two thriving cities in the heart of the Midwest," said Dave Diamond, President of Puttshack. "Puttshack Edina will serve as the ideal destination for family outings, dates, and nights out with friends and colleagues."

From the co-founders of Topgolf, Flight Club and AceBounce, Puttshack is the latest leading concept in the emerging and growing market of competitive socializing. Puttshack combines its patented ground-breaking technology with a first-class, immersive social environment to elevate the game of mini golf into a cutting-edge experience that is unlike anything currently on the market.

Puttshack's patented Trackaball™ technology is integrated through the entire game experience, including seamless automated scoring, bonus points opportunities, interactive games at each hole and more. A few of the most popular holes include life-size beer pong, air hockey, roulette, connect four, and a true/false hole, all of which allow guests to enjoy the game of mini golf and compete in some of their favorite nostalgic games. The game play is matched by an innovative, globally inspired dining menu and signature hand-crafted cocktails, as well as world-class hospitality with an upscale vibe. 

Known as the nation's first indoor regional shopping mall, Southdale Center is conveniently located off 66th Street and France Avenue, and serves the nearby communities of Edina, Richfield, Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Minneapolis, St. Louis Park and St. Paul. With a wide array of retail boutiques and dining options, the new Puttshack will be a prime location for a one-of-a-kind experience.

"Upscale, experiential brands like Puttshack are exactly the type of stand-out offerings we're committed to bringing to this community as we forge forward with the progressive transformation of Southdale Center," said Southdale General Manager Judy Tullius.

The upcoming venue in Edina will be Puttshack's second location in Minnesota, as the company previously announced its venue opening in Minneapolis in 2024.

Since opening its first location in 2018, Puttshack now has five locations in the United States- Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Miami, and St. Louis- and four in the U.K. Minneapolis is one of 13 new locations that have already been announced to open through 2023 and beyond- with Denver, Houston, Pittsburgh, and Scottsdale projected to open in the coming months.

Already proven in attracting a younger target demographic, the Puttshack team continues its strategic expansion plans with the company's 2022 growth capital round of $150 million from funds managed by BlackRock, Inc. The capital will allow Puttshack to expand into more top markets across the U.S., as well as invest in new technologies to enhance overall guest experience and follows a $60 million funding round from Promethean Investments in 2021.

For more information about Puttshack, venue locations and job opportunities, please visit puttshack.com. 

For all media inquiries please reach out to puttshackpr@revolutionworld.com.  

About Puttshack 
Puttshack is a leading concept in the emerging and growing market of competitive socializing. Combining a tech-infused mini golf game with exceptional food and beverage offering, Puttshack has multi-generational appeal. Patented Trackaball™ technology allows guests to play a point-scoring game within an upscale and exciting environment. Puttshack is the perfect place for a date, a night out with friends and family, celebrating birthdays or hosting a company outing. Since opening its first location in 2018, Puttshack now has five U.S. locations in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Miami, and St. Louis, along with four London locations, with additional global expansion plans. The company has its global headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, with a U.K. headquarters in London. For more information, please visit puttshack.com.

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FAQ

What is the location of the new Puttshack venue opening in 2024?

The new Puttshack venue will open at Southdale Center in Edina, Minnesota.

What technology does Puttshack use in its mini golf experience?

Puttshack utilizes patented Trackaball™ technology for automated scoring and interactive gameplay.

When is Puttshack's new location expected to open?

The new Puttshack location is expected to open in Spring 2024.

How large will the new Puttshack location be?

The new Puttshack location will cover over 25,000 square feet.

How many Puttshack locations are there in the United States?

Puttshack currently has five locations in the United States.