Backspin Social Opens in Leland: Bar, Lounge & Sim Bays

Backspin Social is opening its second location in Leland, North Carolina, with a grand celebration July 24-26, 2026. For more on the indoor golf facility boom and sim bar business model, see our full coverage.

The 5,500-square-foot facility features three oversized simulator bays, a full bar and lounge, and a social atmosphere designed for groups, leagues, and casual play.

Grand Opening Weekend — July 24-26

The three-day grand opening event includes:

• Free simulator sessions
• Food and drink specials
• Meet the team
• Membership specials for early sign-ups

What Sets Backspin Social Apart

Backspin Social’s model focuses on the social experience as much as the golf. The oversized bays are designed for groups — think simulator golf meets your favorite sports bar.

Key features:

• 3 oversized simulator bays — Room for groups of 4-6 per bay
• Full bar and lounge — Beer, wine, cocktails, and food service
• 5,500 square feet — Generous spacing between bays for privacy
• Leagues and events — Seasonal leagues, corporate events, birthday parties
• Open play — Hourly bay rentals for walk-ins

The Second Location

This is Backspin Social’s second location, following the original venue. The Leland expansion targets the growing Wilmington metro area, where indoor golf options have been limited to a handful of single-bay facilities.

Leland sits just across the Cape Fear River from Wilmington, one of the fastest-growing cities in North Carolina. The area’s golf culture is strong — the region is home to some of the state’s best public courses — but indoor golf infrastructure has lagged behind.

What It Means for Home Sim Owners

For anyone in the Wilmington area building or considering a home sim, Backspin Social offers a valuable resource:

• Try before you buy — test different simulator setups
• Social play when you don’t want to sim alone
• League play to complement home practice
• A place to take friends who don’t have their own sim

Planning to attend? The grand opening runs July 24-26. For more on the indoor golf facility trend, see our state of the facility boom.