The best things to do in Alabaster

“Oak Mountain Lanes is way more than oil and pins, with a two level laser tag arena, high ropes course, and a fresh arcade lineup alongside league and open bowling plus Cosmic Bowling. Easy pick for friend hangs or kid energy emergencies, with a legit snack bar and lounge.”

From the Hoover newsletter, October 3, 2026

“Skip the soggy fairways and take your game to The Clubhouse Golf Studio right here in Alabaster, where precise Launch Pro monitors and GSPro let you play or practice on 3,000+ courses. Book a bay with their handy time calculator, go solo or squad up, and even tee it up online with friends.”

From the Alabaster newsletter, October 7, 2026

“If your short game needs a nudge, Ballantrae Golf Club in Pelham delivers a Bob Cupp links-style layout that winds through a scenic valley with southern woodlands, plus a full-service pro shop, practice facility, and instruction including clinics and junior programs. Grab a bite at the Fireside Grill and call it a day.”

From the Alabaster newsletter, September 25, 2026

“Whether you’re wrangling kids or date night plans, Putter Up brings high-tech indoor mini golf with FX lights, interactive obstacles, and automated scoring, plus an arcade, pinball, and a golf simulator with 30+ sports. Grab food or a green-cup drink from Campus 124 neighbors and keep the good times rolling.”

From the Hoover newsletter, September 25, 2026

“Hooligans Arcade is the state's largest retro arcade with 100+ cabinets on free play, from pinball and classics to rare imports like Tekken 7 and Gundam. It's also the only spot in Alabama to drift through Initial D, so round up the crew and chase high scores.”

From the Alabaster newsletter, September 29, 2026