The best things to do in Orland Park

“Public golf course with many bunkers, rolling fairways, and a challenging layout.”

“Golf course featuring wide fairways and a bar, along with a driving range.”

“Golf course with a country club hosting banquets and other events, plus scenic views.”

“Electric go-karts race around a circuit at a lively complex with a busy diner-style restaurant.”

“If you’ve never popped into Tinley Park Historical Society, consider this your nudge. They’ve been preserving hometown stories since 1974, and the Landmark Chapel and Schoolhouse Museums are packed with artifacts and charm, plus group tours if you want the deeper dive, a perfect low-key weekend curiosity fix.”

From the Joliet newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Whether you’re chasing a quick after work loop or dialing in your irons on grass, Marquette Park Golf Course delivers a scenic, par 36, 9 hole test with spacious fairways, strategic water, and a full size grass driving range and practice center. Join league play, groove a swing, let Southwest Side vibes do the rest.”

From the Chicago newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Space Golf turns a casual round into a blacklight adventure with aliens, UFO scenes, and trippy art, plus the Alien Arcade, Virtual Reality, and a Sci-Fi Cafe to refuel. Grab your crew this week and make a goofy, close-to-home escape that feels miles from Orland Park.”

From the Orland Park newsletter, August 6, 2026

“With lake views, covered heated mats, two slick synthetic putting greens, and a newly refreshed 18-hole mini course full of playful hazards, Diversey Driving Range & Mini Golf is perfect for an after-work bucket this week or a casual putt-off with friends. Lessons are there if you want a tune-up.”

From the Chicago newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Only Pete Dye public track in Illinois, Ruffled Feathers Golf Club brings the classic Dye drama with sculpted fairways, strategic bunkers, and watery trouble that keeps you honest. Hit the range, sharpen up with instruction, then debrief at Feathers Bar & Grill, because golf is a full-day vibe.”

From the Tinley Park newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Family-friendly chain offering a sports-bar-style setting for American food & arcade games.”

“This vintage postcard-inspired mural near the elevated tracks incorporates iconic local images.”

“Neighborhood golf site featuring a short, 18-hole course with scenic, tranquil surrounds.”

“Entertainment venue offering a variety of themed group escape room scenarios for private events.”

“Golf center featuring 2 18-hole courses & practice facilities, plus a clubhouse with a restaurant.”

“Par-33 golf course with lake views also hosting concerts and special events.”

“7 mile landscaped trail draws runners & bikers.”

“Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.”

“Golf course at Jackson Park offering 18 holes of play, a driving range & lessons.”

“Popular golfing destination featuring 18 holes, cart rentals & other basic amenities.”

“Gaelic community center with banquet hall, bar, sports fields, theater, dance & Irish-themed events.”

“Built in 1915, this 906-seat movie house sports vintage decor & includes a full bar & lounge.”

“Public scenic 9-hole course on the shores of Lake Michigan, offering rental carts & equipment.”

“Public golf course offering a mix of par-3s to par-5s in a relaxed setting.”