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San Antonio's Cool Crest Mini Golf Gets New Owners
The iconic Art Deco-inspired attraction on Fredericksburg Road has a new management team.
Published on Feb. 17, 2026
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Cool Crest Mini Golf, San Antonio's oldest and most beloved mini golf course, has been sold to new owners who plan to preserve the historic Art Deco-inspired attraction and its two naturalistic-looking courses and biergarten.
Why it matters
Cool Crest Mini Golf has been a San Antonio landmark for decades, offering families and tourists alike a unique and nostalgic recreational experience. The change in ownership raises questions about the future of the iconic course and whether the new owners will maintain its classic charm and appeal.
The details
The new owners of Cool Crest Mini Golf have pledged to keep the historic attraction largely intact, including preserving the Art Deco-inspired design and the two 18-hole courses that feature naturalistic landscaping and obstacles. The biergarten, a popular gathering spot, will also remain a part of the experience.
- Cool Crest Mini Golf first opened in the 1930s.
- The course was sold to new owners in February 2026.
The players
Cool Crest Mini Golf
San Antonio's oldest and most iconic mini golf course, featuring Art Deco-inspired design and two 18-hole naturalistic courses.
New Owners
The new management team that purchased Cool Crest Mini Golf in 2026, with plans to preserve the historic attraction.
What they’re saying
“We're excited to carry on the legacy of Cool Crest and ensure it remains a beloved destination for San Antonians and visitors for years to come.”
— New Owner (expressnews.com)
What’s next
The new owners plan to host a grand reopening celebration in the spring of 2026 to mark the course's continued operation under new management.
The takeaway
The sale of Cool Crest Mini Golf to new owners preserves an important piece of San Antonio's history and culture, ensuring this iconic attraction will continue to provide families and tourists with a unique and nostalgic recreational experience for years to come.
