That’s exactly what’s happening in Abilene with Play Faire Park, as a fundraiser has been launched to help save it. The Granddaughter’s Plea: Pain & Passion in Real TimeRecently, the granddaughter of a key figure behind Play Faire posted on Facebook, pouring her heart into the video. Get our free mobile appWhy Play Faire Matters (Hint: It’s Not Just Golf)Community anchor. A Little History to Remind Us What’s at StakeFounded in 1947, Play Faire Park is one of Texas’s oldest continuously operated miniature golf courses. From the beginning, Play Faire has been more than just a golf course — it’s been a gathering space for the community.