Playground Mini Golf: A Lighthearted Date Night

Searching for a fun, low-key date night idea in Orange County? We recently checked out Playground in Huntington Beach, a mini golf and game venue tucked inside Pacific City Mall. If you love a little friendly competition (and a whole lot of laughs), this spot is worth a visit. Here’s what you can expect!

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Why We Recommend It

We can confirm: it’s a super casual spot with a playful vibe, great for couples or friends who want to keep things lighthearted.

  • All-in-one fun: Your entry gets you mini golf, ping pong, and a basketball arcade game.

  • Affordable: Only one low price for all day golfing!

  • Location, location: Situated in Pacific City Mall, so there’s plenty to do before or after.

  • Quick and easy: The venue is small, so it’s a great add-on to your date itinerary.

What to Know Before You Go

📍 Location: Playground, Pacific City Mall, Huntington Beach, CA

🔸 Pricing:

  • Per Round: $10 per person

  • All Day: $14 per person

🔸 Included Activities:

  • 9-hole mini golf

  • Ping pong

  • Basketball arcade game

🔸 Venue Size: Small—expect a cozy, casual atmosphere

🔸 Parking:

  • 2 hours free with validation (and yes, Playground does validate)

🔸 Hours: Closed Tuesdays

🔸 Reservations: Not required; walk-ins welcome but reserved recommended.

💡Pro Tips

  • Go midweek: less likely to be crowded.

  • Plan to spend about 30–60 minutes: the activities are quick, so you’ll have plenty of time for dinner or the beach after.

  • Great for groups: Bring friends for a double date or group outing.

  • Small space: If it’s busy, you might have a short wait for ping pong or the arcade game.

Our Experience

We popped into Playground on a weeknight and instantly loved the laid-back vibe. The mini golf course is compact but full of quirky challenges, perfect for some friendly competition (who do you think won?!). After golf, we moved to ping pong and then shot a few hoops at the arcade basketball game.
While the venue is definitely on the smaller side, it’s ideal if you want something quick and fun. For us, it was the perfect way to squeeze in some quality time after a busy day. And yes, we both got a little too competitive at ping pong!

Pro tip: Don’t forget to ask for parking validation at the counter before you leave.