Filling the empty space that Penrith Ice Palace left at Patty’s Place and in our hearts is Entertainment Park – a state-of-the-art indoor facility offering a plethora of activities including go-karting and mini golf.
The family operated precinct is owned by John Papantoniou, who combined his passions for business, family and motorsport to open the first Entertainment Park in Bankstown.
“Penrith’s Entertainment Park will be the same as what we have at Bankstown,” Papantoniou described.
“There will be indoor go-karting, ten-pin bowling, mini golf, arcades, a bar, and a café that will serve pizza, pasta, burgers, steaks, and more.”
Tagged as being the adventure capital of New South Wales, Penrith seemed like the best place to open the second location, where Entertainment Park will serve the community alongside iFLY Downunder, Cables Wake Park, Aqua Golf, Penrith Whitewater Stadium, TruNinja, and more adrenaline-pumping businesses.
“It’s all happening in Penrith!” Papantoniou stated.
“Penrith locals that have visited our Bankstown location are really excited to see it come closer to home, and everyone I’ve spoken to about what we’re bringing to the region has been wowed.”
With the venue nestled safely indoors, the weather has no say in when you can play, meaning locals can hit the track as they please.
“The go-kart track layout will be different to what we have at Bankstown; it’s going to be really interesting,” Papantoniou explained before discussing the benefits of go-karting.
“It gives you a rush of adrenaline and it’s a great way to challenge yourself because you’re trying to beat the clock.”
The facility is expected to open early next year.
“We don’t have an opening date yet because we’re waiting for some equipment to arrive,” Papantoniou said.
“The track comes from Italy, the go-karts come from France, and the ten-pin bowling comes from the States.”
As preparations proceed, the team at Entertainment Park feel certain they can fill the shoes of Penrith Ice Palace and bring something new and exciting to the region.
The facility will also serve as the ideal location for family and corporate gatherings and functions in Penrith.
