Victoria Park Putt-Putt Course

My partner and I decided that putt-​putt would be a cute Saturday afternoon date, so we Googled ‘Brisbane putt-​putt’ and off we went to Victoria Park that afternoon.
The first thing that struck me about the course is that it’s really hard… Or maybe I’m just really bad at putt-​putt… But it’s definitely a little bit more complicated than your average kid’s putt-​putt course.
The second thing that I loved about it was when we were buying our tickets the cashier asked if we would like a drink while we were playing… Yes, you can have an alcoholic beverage of your choice while playing. How cool is that?!
The only downfall of our putt-​putt adventure was how busy the course was! As it was a Saturday afternoon there were lots of groups playing, including a few large groups meaning we had to wait quite awhile at each hole for our turn. Probably not the smartest idea to go on a Saturday afternoon if you aren’t a fan of lining up (but the drinks did make this process a lot more fun)
Definitely a fun weekend activity!

The view from the golf course is amazing! It’s located on a hill so you can see a part of the Brisbane city skyline.
The cost to play is $ 17 for adult and $ 14 for concession/​student. Make sure to bring your student ID if you have one!
The putt putt/​mini golf course here is so clean and the grass is so vibrant! There’s a lot of trees and the air is so fresh! There’s also fountains located at some of the holes. It’s okay if your golf ball falls into the fountain water because they have a scooper provided. If I remember correctly there is a total of 18 holes. I had so much fun playing here!
The only thing I didn’t like about it was that there was pretty much no obstacles. The only obstacle there was was the swinging pole. It would’ve been more fun if there were more challenges!

Having only ever played mini golf as a kid or in cheesy holiday destinations I was a bit dubious when it was decided that putt putt would be the venue for our Project Kick-​off event. It may have been the UDLs (seriously, it was that or beer or rum! They only have limited choices for on-​course enjoyment, and all in cans.) or the fact that we got off work early but it was a great afternoon.
We arranged some nibbly platters and a BBQ buffet for dinner and I could finally put down the UDLs and indulge in a glass of bubbly. The food was delicious and the servings very generous. The views over the golf course and the city make for a lovely backdrop.
When considering an alternative to the now predictable barefoot bowls why not give Putt Putt a go, grab a UDL and let yourself go like it’s 1999.

The beautiful thing about this place, you can be silly again. Sure there are rules and regulations, but you can surely have the fun that you rightly deserve! This venue is very busy on the weekends having been popular with corporate bookings for putt putt but if you ring ahead, it may be worth your while.
The actual main centre is booked quite often for wedding receptions with fantastic views, especially when 1) it’s not raining in Brisbane and 2) it’s night time.
The prices are pretty reasonable and you’re sure to have a great day/​night on the course.

I have very fond memories of putt-​putting as a child growing up in Canada. It was something my family and I would do at least once during the summer nights. The Victoria Park Putt-​Putt is definitely a lot more elegant than the ones I went to as a child but it still manages to have that same charm I can remember the ones I would visit as a child having.
The thing about putt-​putt is it is meant to be a sport that you don’t take seriously. Whether you win or lose, no one really cares because you are simply there to push a tiny ball with a stick and have a laugh. Some of the courses are a little trickier than others but at the end of the day, it gets ridiculously competitive.
What I like about the Victoria Putt-​Putt course is that it is very classy compared the sightly run-​down ones I use to go to as a chid, especially at night– the dim lighting gives a nice ambiance.
If you are wanting to re-​live any childhood putt-​putting memories but which to do it in a more contemporary adult way– the Victoria Park Putt-​Putt Course is a great option.

Remember when bowling bars were all the rage? Well, I’m pretty sure putt-​putt is now the new in thing. I say this because over the last few weeks I’ve heard about Victoria Park putt-​putt from a surprisingly diverse range of people.
I’m always one to follow a crowd, so I popped in with friends for a round of childrens golf with adult beverages. Firstly, that bit is genius. GENIUS. Who knew putt-​putt and drinking went so well together? Secondly, it turns out that most of us have nostalgically fun memories of putt-​putt which means that warm, fuzzy memories + booze ensure you have warm, fuzzy times. Thirdly, it’s silly and you laugh, and because of the booze you laugh a bit more, so it’s fun.
So just go. Don’t drive though, you’ll ruin all the fun.

Putt Putt is definitely one of those things best done with a small group. Yesterday, I had my first attempt at putt putt and I have to say it is so much fun! I highly recommend if you are up for something a little different.
You can of course, purchase alcohol as you make your way around the course. It has the potential to make the last few holes rather interesting. From selecting a stick that feels ‘lucky’, to taking that first nerve racking swing and everyone getting a bit competitive towards the end, it is genuinely a fun day.
Girls, wear flat shoes and take a shoulder bag that won’t get in the way. Holding a putter, a glass of wine, your ball and your bag can be a bit of a challenge otherwise!

Vic Park golf course is pretty great. It’s putt putt, which shouldn’t be a mystery to anyone. The fact that it’s somewhat challenging Putt Putt is a little different, as this place isn’t just for kids who can’t handle a full 18 but for men (who can’t handle a full 18). Well that type of man is me.
Like golf, Putt Putt allows you to wield a club whilst drinking. Is this dangerous? Well, yes and no. It depends on the club and how much you’ve had to drink. The cost is reasonable and it caters for up to 4 people person group. Great stuff

Putt Putt seems to be an activity that has followed me my entire life. I remember vividly playing weekly rounds of ultra competitive Putt Putt with my family on the Gold Coast as a kid. Since moving the Brisbane Putt Putt has since fallen off my radar… until now! A friend of mine recommended we go to Victoria Park (up near Kelvin Grove) and play some night Putt Putt for a bit of fun. Intrigued by the proposal I agreed and we made our way there around 7 o’clock that night.
Initially I was a bit nervous that the repressed, competitive, Putt Putt demon within would bare all seven of its malevolent heads, however these concerns were soon alleviated due to the low admission fees and the presence of alcohol, which can be purchased and consumed legally on the course. Also, I was honestly relieved to notice that the majority of the people there were younger adults doing something a bit different with their Friday night. There were indeed kids and families around but they became adorable accessories to the evening, as opposed to tiresome obstacles.
The course itself was in fact a lot of fun. Though there are no gimmicky windmills or miniature rollercoaster-​things, the course still proved to be very entertaining. Each hole has three different levels of difficulty; so all players can still have a good time. Being the competitive psychopath that I am I insisted we play on the top-​level of difficulty, which proved to be mostly accomplishable (all those years of competitive Putt Putting paid off).
The entire experience was genuinely a lot of fun! I’m even sure I would of managed to have a good time even if I didn’t win, which I did. Victoria Park is definitely a great way to break the mold and do something different with your mates around Brisbane. Though inevitably we all end up back in Fortitude Valley, Victoria Park Putt Putt is definitely worth a gander.