The best things to do in Butler

Total Golf Center lets you play 100+ courses on TrackMan simulators, practice on a virtual range, or book lessons without worrying about the weather. With a membership you get 24/7 access for those late-night tee times, plus space for parties and bays cleaned between tee times to keep things fresh.

From the Butler newsletter, October 16, 2026

Family owned since 1964, Aubrey's Dubbs Dred Golf Course is that friendly home track locals lean on for relaxed rounds and solid memberships. Save the date, Night Golf is coming Friday, October 2, 2026 with a glowing course, fireworks, and post-round refueling at Eva's Tee House.

From the Grove City newsletter, October 13, 2026

Nesbit's Lanes keeps it classic with league play, youth leagues, and tournaments like the Russ & Jeanne Memorial Tournament and the 2026 Nesbit's Lanes Open. Bring the crew for birthday parties or fundraisers, check live scoring, grab the snack bar essentials, even gear up at their pro shop.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, September 24, 2026

Edgewood Country Club is the local go-to for golf, tennis, paddle, pickleball, and a summer pool scene the kids won’t forget. Then refuel at The Grille at ECC, or book one of their event rooms when you need a polished spot for weddings, showers, meetings, or reunions.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, September 30, 2026

Legacy Lanes keeps it classic with smooth bowling lanes you can book online, plus the extras that turn a random Wednesday into a win... arcade and laser tag, a bar/grill with music, karaoke and DJs, and party packages when the crew needs an excuse to celebrate.

From the Mount Lebanon newsletter, October 28, 2026

Single-screen, circa-1920s movie theater with a balcony offers classic films & festivals.

Whether you're sneaking in a midweek game or corralling the entire crew, AMF Mt. Lebanon Lanes brings 52 lanes of classic bowling energy, a legit arcade, and a sports-bar menu that actually hits. League nights, party-ready lanes, easy online reservations...

From the Mount Lebanon newsletter, September 30, 2026

Whether Penn Hills weather is brutal or you just want data nerd bliss, Miller Mulligans lets you play over 230 iconic courses on Trackman-powered simulators, with shot-by-shot stats and games like Closest-to-the-Pin. Grab a bay with up to six friends, join a league, or book coaching to actually groove it.

From the Mount Lebanon newsletter, October 14, 2026

Cool Springs Golf is the local all-in-one setup, with a two-level, heated driving range packed with Toptracer, plus Full Swing and AboutGolf indoor sims when the weather stinks. Add mini golf, clinics, private lessons, and a legit pro shop with fittings, and you’ve got practice that actually sticks.

From the Mount Lebanon newsletter, October 20, 2026

Clover Hill Golf Course is a challenging 9-hole track with rolling greens, sly sand traps, and just enough water to make you think, rewarding precision more than power. Ideal for a quick local loop this week when you want real Pittsburgh golf without the fuss.

From the Butler newsletter, October 19, 2026

Bob O'Connor Golf Course is Pittsburgh’s walking-only, in-the-park escape with skyline views, The Bob 9 that suits beginners and accomplished golfers, the Palmer Loop to sharpen skills, and the Arnold Palmer Learning Center’s Trackman simulators when the weather is being... Pittsburgh.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 14, 2026

Casual locale featuring three courses of indoor miniature golf along with a bar, drinks, food options, and friendly staff.

Tucked inside St. Nicholas Church in Millvale, Maxo Vanka Murals deliver 25 floor-to-ceiling gut punches painted in 1937 and 1941, mixing immigration, social justice, love, loss and war. Book a public or themed tour, then brag you finally saw our city's most under-the-radar masterpiece.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, September 5, 2026

IMAX dome theater at Carnegie Science Center screening large-scale educational films for children.

Stylish venue for golfing enthusiasts of any level, featuring 11 simulators, a full bar and good eats.

When you just want a crisp, well-kept loop without burning your whole day, Mt. Lebanon Golf Course is a historic 9-hole that plays year-round when the weather cooperates and keeps the focus on smooth fairways and honest greens. Friendly vibes, tidy greens, and the perfect excuse to sneak in a quick nine after work.

From the Mount Lebanon newsletter, September 23, 2026

When you want a fast dose of hometown heart, The Roberto Clemente Tribute Mural delivers. Swing by on a walk or bike ride, take a breath, snap a photo, and let that quiet, proud feeling settle in... the kind that reminds you why you never leave.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, October 7, 2026

Harris Theater is rolling a new 4K restoration of The Piano and Mark Jenkin’s Rose of Nevada on 35mm, plus today’s Celebrating Elvis! with an impersonator and fun snacks. If you miss megaplex noise, stay home.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, October 14, 2026

Trade the algorithm for actual vibes at Row House Cinemas. This week’s The Show Must Go On series rolls through Inside Llewyn Davis, Black Swan, All That Jazz, and Phantom of the Paradise, with a live folk set before Llewyn Davis that makes the Coens hit even harder.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, October 28, 2026

When you need a quick nine or a full 18 without leaving the South Hills, South Park Golf Course delivers classic muni vibes, forgiving fairways, and just enough challenge to keep the group chat humble. Grab your sticks, set a friendly wager, and make par-ish your weekday therapy.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, October 21, 2026

When you just want a relaxed loop close to home, Frosty Valley Golf Links in Upper St. Clair nails it with a friendly 9-hole track, a big grass driving range and putting green, lessons, and low-key leagues that feel more neighborhood hangout than hard-core grind.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, September 10, 2026

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

Golf destination with a driving range and a bar.

Manor Theatre in Squirrel Hill keeps the neighborhood tradition alive with a newly renovated theater and a lineup heavy on imaginative indie, documentary, and foreign films.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 12, 2026

RMU Island Rapids Outdoor Miniature Golf is the laid-back course on Neville Island where your short game gets to show off, then you can head to the Golf Dome’s indoor driving range for cathartic swings. Kid-friendly, date-friendly, and perfect when you need low-stress fun close to the city.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 29, 2026

Level up your mini golf this week at Puttshack in the Strip District Terminal. Their tech-infused courses auto-score every ridiculous bank shot while you fuel up on chef-driven shareables and craft cocktails. Perfect for date night, friendly trash talk, or corralling the crew for something actually fun.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 15, 2026

Mini-golf, par-3 course decorated with whimsical sculptures and vintage decor, plus an ice cream shop.