Topgolf is a sports entertainment company that is opening its 77th location at 2140 Byberry Road in Northeast Philadelphia today. The facility is 68,000 square feet and three stories tall and according to the company’s press release will provide “the signature, technology-driven multi-level entertainment experience players have grown to know and love.”
The company made sure to note that the new facility is built on the site of a former Nabisco plant and that the new location will employ 400 associates and thus bring a lot of new jobs to the area. Anyone who is interested in applying can go to their jobs website page here.
Topgolf Philadelphia has three levels and is an open-air facility with “102 climate-controlled outdoor hitting bays, chef-inspired signature menu items, top-shelf drinks, music, and year-round programming for all ages”. The venue also has a private event space, an outdoor patio, and a rooftop terrace.
This is the second Topgolf location in the state of Pennsylvania. Topgolf Chief Operating Officer Gen Gray said, per the press release, “We are excited to double down and build a strong bond with the Philadelphia community with our first venue within the city. As a company focused on building roots and growing the game, we are thrilled to provide the community more opportunities to play.”
The press release describes the Topgolf concept this way, “Topgolf venues connect people through technology, food and beverage, and the belief that life is more fun when you play. With an energetic atmosphere, Topgolf venues feature high-tech gaming, climate-controlled outdoor hitting bays, chef-driven menus, hand-crafted cocktails, music, corporate and social event spaces, and more. Topgolf entertains more than 30 million guests annually at over 70 locations across the globe.”
