Best Bowling for Kids in Milwaukee
Here's a guide to bowling with kids around Milwaukee. Some bowling alleys can be dark and musty, but not these! We love these bowling alleys' friendly appeal, stellar deals, special events and entertainment, and overall family fun vibe. Consider these venues for a kid's bowling party, too!
Bay View Bowl
Erynn: Its historic location close to downtown makes this 12-lane alley a happening spot. Saturday glow bowling will entice the kids, and a menu will keep them fueled up!
Cost: call for pricing, daily specials include $2 games on Sundays
Koz's Mini Bowl
Erynn: Koz’s Mini Bowl is Milwaukee’s favorite place for mini-bowling. They feature 4 mini bowling lanes, a pool table, darts, and an old school jukebox. Plan a party for a small group or just drop in with the family.
Cost: call for pricing
JB's On 41
Erynn: Bowling and a complete game room with arcade favorites are staples at JB's on 41. Outdoor volleyball is another recreational option, and parties are offered for kids, teens, and adults. A huge game room with everything from classic Pac-Man to ride-on motorcycles will attract kids of all ages, and a full bar and grill will keep everyone full and fueled up.
Kids bowl free all summer- so sign up for text or email alerts and get your free passes!
Cost: $3.50 - $4 per person, per game and $3 for shoes
Root River Bowling Center
Tim Ponisciak: This bowling center is newly remodeled out in Franklin, WI. There are sixteen bowling lanes, twelve large flat screen TV's, weekend glow bowling, and great food. There are options for kids birthday parties and a party pavilion and beach volleyball courts as well!
Cost: $4 per person per game and $2 for shoes
Lucky Lanes
Erynn: All-you-can-bowl days/times and bowling party packages are staples at Lucky Lanes. A menu of select pizzas and quick snacks hopefully means no cooking for mom and dad! With 16 lanes, this is a smaller alley compared to many in Milwaukee, but they do offer computerized scoring as well as handicap accessible ramps and bumpers so everyone can join in the bowling fun.
Cost: call for complete pricing, Sundays and Mondays are $10 per person for unlimited bowling
Burnham Bowl
Erynn: Enjoy open bowling hours, plan a kids' party, or rent the attached hall (for up to 150 attendees). Pizzas and sandwiches accompany kid-friendly meals like chicken tenders, mini corn dogs, and fries on Burnham Bowl's menu.
Cost: call for pricing
AMF West Lanes
Erynn: AMF West Lanes boasts a 48-lane alley with free Wi-Fi, an arcade, laneside dining menu, plus billiards/pool for the older crowd. Summer Games passes mean unlimited bowling all season, or you can add to the family fun by hosting a party at the alley. Conversely, go adults-only with a corporate or grown-ups-only event.
Cost: call for pricing, specials include $2.22 games on Tuesdays, and 3 games of bowling for $14.95 per person during select hours.
Brown Deer Lanes
Erynn: Glow bowling, kids bowl free summers, family passes, outdoor volleyball (they have sand!), and a varied grill menu make Brown Deer Lanes a top choice for families. Plan a party (or even a wedding) and Brown Deer Lanes will provide catering from Kim's Catering too!
Cost: 2 hours of all you can bowl is $10 per person
AMF Bowlero Lanes
Erynn: AMF's Bowlero location is like the older sibling to AMF West, with 72 lanes plus a pro shop inside. A huge arcade and free Wi-Fi makes it both kid and chaperone friendly. Host a party or adults-only event here and enjoy their event menu (the regular menu features the expected cafe fare, with burgers, pizza, sandwiches, and wings).
Cost: call for pricing, specials include $2.22 bowling games on Tuesday
Village Bowl
$3.50 - $4 per person, per game, or $15 - $18 per hour, and $3 shoe rental
Erynn: 26 lanes, 9 TVs, automatic lane bumpers, and a full refreshment menu make Village Bowl a well rounded family bowling location. Birthday party packages are a hit here, and banquet rental spaces are also available for events.
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