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Game on: New Columbia indoor mini-golf spot sets an opening date on a busy road

Puttin Around, an indoor mini-golf spot, plans to open on April 4, 2026 at 326 St. Andrews Road in Columbia.
Puttin Around, an indoor mini-golf spot, plans to open on April 4, 2026 at 326 St. Andrews Road in Columbia. chtrainor@thestate.com

A new Columbia spot for indoor mini-golf has set its debut date.

Puttin Around, which will be located at 326 St. Andrews Road, will have its grand opening on April 4, according to posts from the business on social media.

The new mini-golf business will have 18 holes for indoor play, and is touting the fact that it will be a place for gatherings no matter the weather.

“Whether it’s a hot summer day, a rainy afternoon, or a last-minute plan with family and friends, enjoy colorful courses, friendly competition, and unforgettable moments all under one roof,” the business noted on Facebook. “No weather worries — just pure fun for everyone!”

The mini-golf spot is located in a shopping complex along St. Andrews that includes an Ollie’s store and other businesses. Puttin’ Around will be in a space that was formerly home to a HobbyTown location.

St. Andrews Road is a busy thoroughfare connecting Columbia to the Irmo area. About 15,000 cars per day travel down St. Andrews in the area where the indoor mini-golf spot is located, per state Department of Transportation data.

This story was originally published March 26, 2026 at 5:00 AM.

Chris Trainor
The State
Chris Trainor is a retail reporter for The State and has been working for newspapers in South Carolina for more than 21 years, including previous stops at the (Greenwood) Index-Journal and the (Columbia) Free Times. He is the winner of a host of South Carolina Press Association awards, including honors in column writing, government beat reporting, profile writing, food writing, business beat reporting, election coverage, social media and more.
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