Kalgoorlie-Boulder will be first regional WA town to host Pixar Putt mini-golf experience
Kalgoorlie-Boulder will be the first regional town in WA to host an internationally acclaimed minigolf experience.
Pixar Putt will head to the Goldfields Oasis for an 11-day session from June 28 as part of the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder's biennial Pop-Up Project initiative.
Mayor Glenn Wilson said the city was proud to provide another special one-of-a-kind experience this winter, following the pop-up ice skating rink seen in a previous year.
'This is a big win for Kalgoorlie-Boulder and a great example of what we can achieve when we think outside the box and push for something different,' he said.
'It's not just about hosting an event — it's about creating memorable experiences for local residents and communities right across regional WA who will travel here for it.'
'As a dad, I'm really looking forward to tackling the course with my four-year-old, who's a huge Lightning McQueen fan.
'It's the kind of experience you'd usually find in Perth or Melbourne, so it's fantastic to have it here at home in Kalgoorlie-Boulder.'
Featuring themed holes based on Toy Story, The Incredibles, Finding Nemo, Cars, and Inside Out 2, the course is designed for all ages.
After-dark sessions for adults will also be offered, with a pop-up bar.
TEG Experiences managing director Shane Harmon said he was excited to bring Pixar Putt to the region.
'Pixar Putt has had more than 700,000 minigolfers putting to infinity and beyond since we launched in 2019, and we are thrilled to be heading to Goldfields Oasis in Kalgoorlie-Boulder for the first time,' he said.
'We can't wait to showcase this Aussie fan-favourite attraction which has recently won a new legion of international fans in New York, Texas and Chicago.
'Kalgoorlie is the perfect location for Pixar Putt — there's plenty of space for patrons to have fun and kick some serious putt.'
The waitlist for early access is now open, with general tickets available from midday on June 2 online at ckb.wa.gov.au.
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