Mini Golf

Sparkle City Mini Putt

Name: Sparkle City Mini Putt
Address: 145 W Broad St, Spartanburg, SC 29306, Spartanburg, SC, US
Telephone: (864) 596-2000
Rating: 4.4

★★★★☆ 4.4 (50 reviews)

📍 145 W Broad St, Spartanburg, SC 29306

📞 (864) 596-2000

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🕐 Hours

Monday	8 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	8 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	8 AM–5 PM
Thursday	8 AM–5 PM
Friday	8 AM–5 PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

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About Sparkle City Mini Putt

Sparkle City Mini Putt is a mini golf course in Spartanburg, SC. Sparkle City Mini Putt is completely free to play, making it the only free mini golf course one reviewer had ever encountered, and an unusual business model for the mini golf industry. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 50 visitors.

Quick Facts

Location Type: outdoor
Holes: 9 holes
Themes: Spartanburg city themed - includes local landmarks such as a beacon hole and Glendale Shoals hole
Pricing: Free

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Sparkle City Mini Putt is completely free to play, making it the only free mini golf course one reviewer had ever encountered, and an unusual business model for the mini golf industry
⭐The course uses a community-based equipment system where players can borrow putters and golf balls from nearby local businesses (Hub City Scoops, Paisley Paws, Little River Coffee, The Local Hiker) by providing ID as collateral
⭐All 9 holes are themed around Spartanburg city landmarks and local history, including a beacon hole and Glendale Shoals hole, serving as both entertainment and a history lesson about the town
⭐The course is located at Fr8 Yard, an outdoor bar venue with yard games, food, and beverages, creating a mixed-use entertainment destination in an otherwise vacant lot
⭐A couple had their first date at Sparkle City Mini Putt and later returned to the same location for a marriage proposal, creating a memorable local love story associated with the venue

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Bring your own putter and golf balls, or rent clubs from nearby local businesses (Hub City Scoops, Paisley Paws, Little River Coffee, The Local Hiker) by providing your ID - this is completely free and supports local shops
🕐Avoid visiting for a few days after rain, as the course has significant drainage issues and becomes waterlogged, making it unplayable
💬This is a unique 9-hole free mini golf course themed around Spartanburg landmarks - expect a small but well-designed course with some maintenance quirks, not an elaborate facility, but excellent value
💡Take advantage of the attached Fr8 Yard outdoor bar which offers food, drinks, and yard games - perfect for combining your mini golf outing with dining and entertainment
💬Be aware that the final hole is notably difficult, and some holes have minor maintenance issues or graffiti - but all holes remain playable and fun