The best things to do in Boone County

Ready for an easy win this week? 1 across eight screens, newly installed comfortable seats, and a focus on value, cleanliness and customer care, plus Flashback Cinema and Summer Flicks when you want nostalgia with your popcorn.

From the Columbia newsletter, November 2, 2026

Flipz USA offers gymnastics classes designed to build confidence and perseverance, plus trampoline and foam pit jumping and birthday parties. With a focus on safety and a playful approach, it’s a Columbia spot where kids can work on new skills and burn off some very enthusiastic energy.

From the Columbia newsletter, September 22, 2026

Rematch Arena Action Park is Columbia’s new way to play, mixing interactive arenas like Valo, Pixel and Strike with an AirTrack, Ninja Course, basketball and interactive soccer for kids and grownups alike, we won’t tell.

From the Columbia newsletter, October 9, 2026

Columbia Country Club blends a century of tradition with a nationally recognized championship course that climbs and dips along Hinkson Creek, so every swing actually matters. If your game needs a nudge, make this the week you chase pins on the Original Club’s rolling greens.

From the Columbia newsletter, September 26, 2026

Bowling, laser tag, a ropes course, plus 80s-themed mini golf and roller skating mean Level Up Entertainment covers every vibe. It’s the reliable pick for birthdays, friend groups, or spontaneous “we need to get out of the house” nights in Columbia.

From the Columbia newsletter, October 27, 2026

Family-friendly pool featuring a pair of diving boards and a 50-meter pool, plus a flume ride.

Wish Tree Courtyard Mural is one of those North Village Arts District gems that turns a quick cut-through into a micro art break, all hopeful vibes and color. Swing by on a stroll or First Friday, grab a pic, make a wish, keep Columbia weirdly wonderful.

From the Columbia newsletter, October 31, 2026

With tree-lined fairways, a couple of sneaky lakes, three sets of tees, and a driving range, L. A. Nickell Golf Course is the low-stress spot to groove your swing close to home.

From the Columbia newsletter, October 19, 2026

Country Club of Missouri is the members-only backyard you actually want to hang out in, with a challenging golf course, state-of-the-art tennis and pickleball courts, a big pool with spray ground, and solid dining. The event spaces are clutch for meetings or celebrations when you want things to just work.

From the Columbia newsletter, November 1, 2026

Tiny Play Café is the indoor play spot built for Columbia families, with timed sessions you can reserve, birthday party options, and a cozy café for parents. Think kid-sized vet clinics, markets, and build zones, plus classes and events when you need a change of pace.

From the Columbia newsletter, October 18, 2026

Kick off your planning this week for a holiday bash, team offsite, or milestone celebration at The Club at Old Hawthorne, where personalized service meets refined dining and a golf-course backdrop. Their crew handles private events, corporate outings, and special occasions so you can actually enjoy your own party.

From the Columbia newsletter, October 10, 2026

Tee it up at A. L. Gustin Golf Course, Mizzou’s home track with 18 holes, a driving range, and lessons that actually help.

From the Columbia newsletter, October 13, 2026

Looking for an after-work sanity check? Lake of the Woods Golf Course is a laid-back public track with lakes, bunkers, and a driving range for quick fixes, plus lessons and plenty of scrambles and tournaments to keep the competitive spark alive. Grab a buddy, tee it up this week.

From the Columbia newsletter, October 6, 2026

Midway Golf & Games packs an 18-hole mini golf course, a state-of-the-art electric go-kart track, batting cages, axe throwing, archery tag, and yard games, plus 18 climate-controlled Toptracer suites and a 16-hole par-3 course. Make it your low-effort hang this week, then refuel at 44 Tavern and claim bragging rights.

From the Columbia newsletter, September 29, 2026