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18-Hole Mini Golf Debuts At The Forge: Lemont Quarries

The course is now open weekends through Memorial Day; it will be open daily during the summer.

LEMONT, IL — The Forge: Lemont Quarries has debuted its new 18-hole miniature golf course, and is offering extended evening hours for the new activity.

According to a release from the park, the course is designed for all ages and skill levels, and is now open from 3 to 9 p.m. on Fridays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays until Memorial Day weekend. The course will then be open daily through the summer.

The layout of the course ensures players as young as 4 can enjoy the game, the park said in a release. There is even a replica of the park's famed climbing tower on hole 10 of the course.

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The Forge also offers snacks and ice cream from the Creamery, as well as a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.

Mini golf tickets are sold à la carte or as part of the Explorer Day Pass or Ultimate Adventure Pass bundles and can be purchased online or on-site.

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Newer additions to the park also include a Kids Discovery Zone (ideal for ages 3 to 12), yard games, and VIP event spaces for The Forge's events this summer. Featuring indoor and outdoor spaces and private rooftop decks, the VIP areas sit on the back side of The Forge’s lawn with stunning views of the park. Each of the six VIP spaces fits six to eight guests, according to the park. A private food and beverage server is designated per space. Pricing starts at $250 plus the cost of the event ticket.

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