Pixar Putt brings your favorite animated movies to Philadelphia for pop-up mini-golf

Krys'tal Griffin, Delaware News Journal
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If you’ve always dreamed of spending a summer day surrounded by your favorite Pixar pals, look no further than Pixar Putt, coming to Philadelphia this summer.

Are you a "Toy Story" fanatic? Is "Coco" one of your favorite animated movies? Did "Inside Out" make you sob uncontrollably in theaters?

If you gave a resounding yes to those questions, then Pixar Putt is the perfect daytrip for you.

Following stops in New York City, Houston, San Antonio, Chicago, Denver and Fort Lauderdale, Pixar Putt is coming to Philadelphia to take movie fans to infinity and beyond! The pop-up, open-air mini-golf experience will take over the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, starting with previews on July 1st and the official grand opening on July 6. The course will run through Oct. 1, 2023.

Following stops in New York City, Houston, San Antonio, Chicago, Denver and Fort Lauderdale, Pixar Putt is an 18-hole mini-golf course opening in the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia in July.

The open-air course, co-presented by Rockefeller Studios and TEG Life Like Touring, is filled with interactive, Instagram-worthy stops inspired by the stories of some of the most beloved Pixar Films.

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Walk up to the tee on the iconic guitar from “Coco,” say ‘Hey’ to Woody and Buzz Lightyear from the “Toy Story” franchise, putt on the jazzy piano keys from “Soul” and check out the balloon house from “Up” as you make your way through the course.

Following stops in New York City, Houston, San Antonio, Chicago, Denver and Fort Lauderdale, Pixar Putt is coming to Philadelphia to take movie fans to infinity and beyond! The pop-up, open-air mini-golf experience will take over the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, starting with previews on July 1st and the official grand opening on July 6. The course will run through Oct. 1, 2023.

Other Pixar easter eggs you can find scattered around the grounds include nods to:

  • “Turning Red.”

  • “Lightyear.”

  • “The Incredibles.”

  • “Monsters, Inc.”

  • “Finding Nemo.”

  • “A Bug’s Life.”

  • “Wall-E.”

  • “Inside Out.”

And many more!

The whimsical pop-up begins with previews on July 1 before holding a grand opening on July 6. It will run through Oct. 1.

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The course will be open daily for all ages from noon to 10 p.m. (last entry at 8:30 p.m.). Pixar Putt After Dark is open for guests 18 years of age and older, Thursday through Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m.

Following stops in New York City, Houston, San Antonio, Chicago, Denver and Fort Lauderdale, Pixar Putt is coming to Philadelphia to take movie fans to infinity and beyond! The pop-up, open-air mini-golf experience will take over the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, starting with previews on July 1st and the official grand opening on July 6. The course will run through Oct. 1, 2023.

Plus, who doesn’t want to spend a hole-in-one evening seeing the world of “Ratatouille” from Remy’s eyes?

Childrens’ tickets cost $24.75 to $26.75, adults’ tickets cost $29.75 to $31.75 and After Dark tickets cost $31.75. Family packs and military discounts are available. Booking in advance is recommended.

Tickets can be purchased at www.pixarputt.com, where you can find more information about renting out the space for private groups or corporate events.

Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing, 101 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, Pa., 19106.

Got a tip or a story idea? Contact Krys'tal Griffin at kgriffin@delawareonline.com. 

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