Best Bowling for Kids in Dallas and Fort Worth

Stephanie W.:  Shenaniganz is packed with awesome attractions. Their bowling alleys have plush couches and there is lane-side service from the grill when you've worked up an appetite bowling! Up to 8 players are allowed per lane, and you can purchase by the game or by amount of time.

Cost: Rockwall bowling starts at $4.95/game or $27.95/hour. Greenville bowling starts at $4.50/game or $23.95/hour.

Stephanie W.:  Bowl-a-Rama has everything you need for a fun-filled day of bowling- 26 lanes, arcades, delicious food from their restaurant, Splits Sports Bar and Grill, and Glow Bowl every Friday and Saturday night! They also offer a summer Youth Bowling League, for kids who are avid bowlers!

Cost: Rent lanes by the game starting at $4.25. Rent by the hour starting at $23/hr. Glow bowl starts at $33/per lane/hr. For more pricing click here.

Stephanie W.:  Each PINSTACK features 28 state-of-the-art bowling lanes along with other amusement center attractions like laser tag and an arcade. It's a great spot for a birthday party since it has a VIP bowling lounge for large private parties, as well as private suites with private lanes. You can enjoy food and beverage service delivered to your lane no matter where you play! And the menu is far greater than typical alley fare; consider Wagyu Beef Sliders, Proscuitto-wrapped Bbq Mahi Mahi, or Truffle Mac and Cheese to name a few staples.

Cost: Lanes start at $20/hr on weekdays. See more pricing here.

Stephanie W.:  Main Events around DFW are popular amusement venues, and their bowling alleys do not disappoint! With HD screens playing awesome music videos with surround sound, and black lighting that will make your bowling ball glow, your kids will love bowling here! And don't worry, bumpers are available if needed. There is food, arcades, laser tag, and more family games.

Cost: Bowling starts at $22 for one hour of play.

Stephanie W.:  Have you ever heard of a bowling alley that's open 24/7? Me neither, but it's true- Plano Super Bowl is available to you and your family any time day or night! Their VIP lounge, with 7 private lanes, is perfect for birthday parties. The menu from their Scratch Kitchen is filled with tasty breakfast, brunch and dinner items!

Cost: By the game starts at $6. By the hour starts at $18.95.

Stephanie W.:  AMFs all over Dallas and Fort Worth will offer you a classic bowling experience. Each has an arcade, restaurant, and an ample amount of bowling lanes- AMF Garland Lanes has a whopping 58! They'll be sure to have any big games on in their sports bars so families can enjoy an outing without having to miss a moment of their favorite team!

Cost: Summer Games Kids Passes start at $26.95 awarding 3 games of play a day. Sunday Funday offers $3 games. See Garland, Richardson, DeSoto, Arlington, and Lewisville for more specials and game rates.

Stephanie W.:  Strikz has many attractions, but are most known for their 20 bowling lanes, plus 12 boutique lanes in their private lounge called the Rose Room! All lanes come equipped with computerized scoring and can have bumpers. Ramps are available for little bowlers needing that extra guidance. Push a service button at your lane to order food and drinks with laneside service and avoid the hassle of waiting in line!

Cost: Hourly play starts at $20/hr, or play by game starting at $5 per game. More pricing found here.

Stephanie W.:  Meet Dallas' boutique bowling alley! With only 15 lanes, Bowl & Barrel is a unique experience for bowlers. They have a full service tavern serving traditional American food, and state of the art audio and video equipment. Due to its smaller size, making reservations is recommended.

Cost: Pricing starts at $15/half hour. During the summer months, kids under 12 are eligible for an hour of bowling, plus shoes, and a slice of pizza for $10.

Stephanie W.:  Roll like a VIB (Very Important Bowler) at Bowlmor Dallas! Bowlmor has 42 bowling lanes with laneside food and drink service and video walls playing your favorite music videos and movies. There are VIP lanes and rooms available for parties. Plus, enjoy ping pong, bocce ball, and a huge arcade in addition to an amazing bowling experience!

Cost: Play + Save Combos get you 3 games for $14.95/person. See more specials per day of the week and info on Summer Passes here.

Stephanie W.:  Come enjoy an afternoon of boutique bowling in the Design District! Bowlounge has 12 vintage bowling lanes and a snack bar with tasty food. Your experience at Bowlounge will be like no other in the Dallas and Forth Worth area, and your kids will enjoy be transported back in time to what feels like a classic old bowling alley from the 50s and 60s!

Cost: Bowling starts at $5/person/game.

Stephanie W.:  USA Bowl sets itself apart from many bowling alleys on this list as it is more of an old school bowling experience rather than a flashy one. They are home to the Dallas Youth Open, where dozens of high school-aged bowlers compete every year for a cash prize. If you love to bowl, USA Bowl is the place for you!

Cost: Game rates start at $4/game. Hourly rates start at $18/hr. See more pricing here.

Stephanie W.:  Brunswick Zones are a great bowling option for families, and there are three locations in DFW. They all boast large arcades, billiard tables, and 32-40 bowling lanes, giving your kids plenty of options and less chances of having to wait to bowl. Each location also has a great kids menu!

Cost: Pricing starts at $2.22 per game on Tuesday nights, $3 games on Sunday nights. Kids summer passes available starting at $26.95. For more specials in Watauga, click here. For more specials in Denton, click here. For more Fort Worth specials, click here.

Stephanie W.:  Round 1 offers bowling, arcade games, billiards, karaoke, ping pong, darts and more at both of their DFW locations.

Stephanie W.:  Among among attractions, iT'Z has 12 regulation bowling lanes for great bowling fun, but what sets it apart on this list is its mini bowling lanes! They've shrunk the lanes, the balls, and foregone gutters for bumpers, so this activity is perfect for your littlest bowlers! Grab some tasty pizza or pasta after bowling at their low-cost unlimited buffet.

Cost: $17.99 for one hour of play. All You Can Bowl is only $5 after 8pm all week. Mini bowling costs 12 points on your FUNcard, which can be purchased here.

Stephanie W.:  Watch your favorite band's music videos on large screens. Eat delicious, oversized food (like a 2 foot long hot dog, or an XXL pretzel!) while you bowl on one of their 52 lanes. With blacklit lanes, Bowlero has a retro-style ambience while also being upscale and modern! Feel free to check out their awesome arcade as well.

Cost: $16.95/ 3 games of bowling (per person); or bowl, eat and arcade play for $22.95/person. Kids under 15 can purchase a Summer Games Pass; it covers 3 games of bowling a day & includes shoe rental ($29.95)!