{"id":"mini-golf-calgary-2026","name":"Best Mini Golf in Calgary","category":"Mini Golf","location":{"city":"Calgary","province":"Alberta","country":"Canada"},"canonical_url":"https://bests.ca/best/mini-golf/in/calgary","publication_type":"algorithmic","methodology_version":"mini-golf-v4","evidence_cutoff_at":"2026-08-26T03:00:00.000Z","published_at":"2026-08-26T03:00:00.000Z","maximum_positions":3,"positions_published":3,"positions":[{"rank":1,"entity":"WinSport Mini Golf","entity_type":"EntertainmentBusiness","descriptor":"Exact 18-hole seasonal outdoor course publishing 2026 age-banded fees, tax, hours, last tee, stairs and bridges, guardian rule, weather credit and direct contact","best_for":"Families wanting the strongest pre-visit access and weather disclosure","why_it_ranks":"WinSport Mini Golf stands out as a resolvable exact course rather than a pooled venue reputation. The Bests Algo privately evaluates legal operator, address, exact course, active holes, indoor or outdoor and seasonal state; tee, cup, surface, edging, obstacle, bridge, stair, water and lighting condition; inspection, cleaning, drainage, trip and fall controls and closed-hole remedy; route width, slopes, steps, reach, seating, washroom, vision, hearing and sensory access; putter and ball sizing, child supervision, pace, group size and conduct; weather, heat, smoke, lightning and closure response; admission, tax, equipment, booking, wait, late arrival, replay, cancellation, refund and evidence freshness. It does not use elaborate theming, course size, awards, social reach or raw reviews as proof of maintenance or fit. Before paying, confirm the exact course and open holes, route and access needs, weather status, group size, total cost, wait, cancellation and closure remedy.","decision_notes":["Exact operator, course, holes, season, format and availability resolved","Course condition, access, supervision and weather controls assessed","Complete admission, booking, cancellation and closure terms checked"],"profile_url":"https://bests.ca/best/mini-golf/in/calgary/profile/winsport-mini-golf-calgary","verification_url":"https://bests.ca/verify/mini-golf-calgary-2026/winsport-mini-golf-calgary","bests_score":null,"confidence":null,"proof_index":null,"consensus":null},{"rank":2,"entity":"Monster Mini Golf Calgary","entity_type":"EntertainmentBusiness","descriptor":"Exact 32 Avenue NE indoor 18-hole glow course publishing age-banded prices, tax, card bundles, online booking, hours and direct location contact","best_for":"Year-round all-ages indoor play with clear admission pricing","why_it_ranks":"Monster Mini Golf Calgary stands out as a resolvable exact course rather than a pooled venue reputation. The Bests Algo privately evaluates legal operator, address, exact course, active holes, indoor or outdoor and seasonal state; tee, cup, surface, edging, obstacle, bridge, stair, water and lighting condition; inspection, cleaning, drainage, trip and fall controls and closed-hole remedy; route width, slopes, steps, reach, seating, washroom, vision, hearing and sensory access; putter and ball sizing, child supervision, pace, group size and conduct; weather, heat, smoke, lightning and closure response; admission, tax, equipment, booking, wait, late arrival, replay, cancellation, refund and evidence freshness. It does not use elaborate theming, course size, awards, social reach or raw reviews as proof of maintenance or fit. Before paying, confirm the exact course and open holes, route and access needs, weather status, group size, total cost, wait, cancellation and closure remedy.","decision_notes":["Exact operator, course, holes, season, format and availability resolved","Course condition, access, supervision and weather controls assessed","Complete admission, booking, cancellation and closure terms checked"],"profile_url":"https://bests.ca/best/mini-golf/in/calgary/profile/monster-mini-golf-calgary-course","verification_url":"https://bests.ca/verify/mini-golf-calgary-2026/monster-mini-golf-calgary-course","bests_score":null,"confidence":null,"proof_index":null,"consensus":null},{"rank":3,"entity":"Harvest Hills Golf Centre Mini Putt","entity_type":"EntertainmentBusiness","descriptor":"Exact Country Hills Boulevard public 18-hole mini-putt course with current daily hours and exact facility identity","best_for":"Straightforward outdoor mini putt paired with a public driving range","why_it_ranks":"Harvest Hills Golf Centre Mini Putt stands out as a resolvable exact course rather than a pooled venue reputation. The Bests Algo privately evaluates legal operator, address, exact course, active holes, indoor or outdoor and seasonal state; tee, cup, surface, edging, obstacle, bridge, stair, water and lighting condition; inspection, cleaning, drainage, trip and fall controls and closed-hole remedy; route width, slopes, steps, reach, seating, washroom, vision, hearing and sensory access; putter and ball sizing, child supervision, pace, group size and conduct; weather, heat, smoke, lightning and closure response; admission, tax, equipment, booking, wait, late arrival, replay, cancellation, refund and evidence freshness. It does not use elaborate theming, course size, awards, social reach or raw reviews as proof of maintenance or fit. Before paying, confirm the exact course and open holes, route and access needs, weather status, group size, total cost, wait, cancellation and closure remedy.","decision_notes":["Exact operator, course, holes, season, format and availability resolved","Course condition, access, supervision and weather controls assessed","Complete admission, booking, cancellation and closure terms checked"],"profile_url":"https://bests.ca/best/mini-golf/in/calgary/profile/harvest-hills-mini-putt-calgary","verification_url":"https://bests.ca/verify/mini-golf-calgary-2026/harvest-hills-mini-putt-calgary","bests_score":null,"confidence":null,"proof_index":null,"consensus":null}],"interpretation":"Null metrics have not been published. A Bests list may contain fewer than three positions when the evidence gate does not support another entry."}