The best things to do in Longview

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Alpine Golf Course

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Alpine Golf Course keeps it local and laid back with a family friendly, come as you are vibe that welcomes weekend walkers and low handicap…

2385 Smelley Rd

“Alpine Golf Course keeps it local and laid back with a family friendly, come as you are vibe that welcomes weekend walkers and low handicap diehards alike. Drop in this week for league play with an MGA and Senior Scramble, and a course that’s more about good rounds and good company than pretense.”

From the Longview newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Crossing Creeks Country Club

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Rain or triple-digit heat, The Electric Tees at Crossing Creeks Country Club lets you tee off on Full Swing simulators, grab cocktails and…

2044 Oak Forest Country Club Rd

“Rain or triple-digit heat, The Electric Tees at Crossing Creeks Country Club lets you tee off on Full Swing simulators, grab cocktails and a solid menu, then catch the game on the largest TV wall in East Texas.”

From the Longview newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Air U Trampoline Park (Purchased by Gym U)

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Spacious indoor recreation center with open jump time & birthday parties available.

4300 US-259

“Spacious indoor recreation center with open jump time & birthday parties available.”

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Tapshot

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Tapshot brings back a Longview classic with 36 freshly revamped mini golf holes, a rentable pickleball court, and indoor Laser Shot…

2630 Bill Owens Pkwy

“Tapshot brings back a Longview classic with 36 freshly revamped mini golf holes, a rentable pickleball court, and indoor Laser Shot simulators. Rescue a high score on Ms. Pac-Man, pour your own from the 10-tap self-serve wall, grab something from the full menu, then gloat about your putt.”

From the Longview newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Film Alley Longview

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Film Alley Longview brings the largest screen in East Texas, heated leather recliners, and ST-Immersive sound that makes explosions rumble…

3070 N Eastman Rd

“Film Alley Longview brings the largest screen in East Texas, heated leather recliners, and ST-Immersive sound that makes explosions rumble and punchlines land. You can order scratch-kitchen eats right from your seat, then stick around for duck pin bowling or the arcade victory lap.”

From the Longview newsletter, September 15, 2026

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