Step right up, folks, and witness a piece of Chicago’s history right here at Novelty Golf & Games!
This isn’t just any miniature golf course. It’s a time capsule, a throwback to the good ol’ days, a place where generations have come to play and make memories. Novelty Golf & Games has been around since 1949, and it’s still going strong! Talk about a family tradition! Imagine a world before video games and smartphones, before we were all glued to our screens. Think of it: kids would ditch their electronics and head to the local arcade for hours of fun, battling aliens and racing cars. That was Novelty Golf & Games in the 80s, a haven for arcade enthusiasts, complete with all the classics: Asteroids, Space Invaders, Pac-Man, Missile Command, Centipede. And don’t forget Dragon’s Lair, one of the first games to use cartoon footage, truly a game changer!
You can almost feel the energy coming from the games, the sound of the arcade lights, and the whispers of all the laughs and cheers that echo through the years. Nowadays, Novelty Golf & Games is more than just a game room; it’s a mini-golf destination, boasting two 18-hole courses. But, don’t be fooled by the family-friendly charm; it’s a classic, a Chicago institution, and a true testament to the enduring power of fun.