Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New York Area
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A family-oriented and independently owned bowling center that features 36 lanes, computer scoring, and full service pro shop and coffee shop. Rock-N-Bowl with cosmic lighting is every Saturday evening starting at 10:30pm in the winter and 9:30pm in the summer. A DJ plays music from the '60s to present. Children's party packages are available.
Massapequa Bowl
4235 Merrick Road, Massapequa
516-541-8000
Hours: Monday-Fridays, 12-11pm; Friday- Saturday, 12pm-1am; Sunday, 12-10pm.
What you need to know: All reservations made online. Private party room limited to one party at a time. Hand sanitizer at every lane. Masks and social distancing required at all times. Frequent cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, lanes, balls, and furniture. Bowling groups spread out every other lane, four bowlers per lane.
The family-owned business features 30 lanes and league bowling. A variety of children's party packages are available.
RVC Lanes
100 Maple Ave., Rockville Centre
516-678-3010
Hours: For now new hours are 12pm-12am, daily.
What you need to know: For now not offering cosmic bowling or party packages. Masks and social distancing required at all times. Bowlers spread out every other lane. Sanitation stations available throughout building. Equipment and lanes disinfected between usage.
Features kid-friendly bumper bowling lanes, lightweight bowling bowls, and small shoes for kids. League bowling is available.
San-Dee Lanes of Malverne
342 Hempstead Ave., Malverne
516-599-1134
Hours: Hours are seasonal; call for details.
What you need to know: Masks and social distancing required at all times. Operating at 50 percent capacity with bowling groups spaced out every other lane. Hand sanitizing stations available throughout bowling alley. Food and beer is not being served at this time. Arcade currently closed.
The venue features 16 lanes, a bar area, and full-size kitchen. Bumper bowling for children is available.
South Levittown Lanes
56 Tanners Lanes, Levittown
516-731-5700
Hours: Open daily, 12-10 pm. Last reservation, 9pm until further notice. Reservations must be made online.
What you need to know: No childrens’ parties yet until further notice. Lane dividers, sanitizing stations, and regular disinfection of all equipment and furniture. Masks and social distancing required at all times.
The venue's NJ Grunts Sports Bar has jukebox karaoke. Children's party packages start at $14.95 per child and include an hour of bowling, shoe rental, bumpers, pretzels or fries, and drinks.
Woodmere Lanes
948 Broadway, Woodmere
516-374-9870
Hours: Opens daily at 11am. Call for closing times.
What you need to know: Masks and barriers between lanes, hand sanitizer stations available all throughout the center, equipment sanitized regularly, markings on the floor to remind bowlers what six feet looks like.
A family entertainment center that features bowling, food, and drink. League bowling is available. A variety of children's party packages are available.
Bowling Alleys in Suffolk County
Bowlmor Long Island
895 Walt Whitman Road, Melville
631-271-1180
Hours: Wednesday-Thursday; 3-10pm; Friday, 3pm-12am; Saturday 3pm-12am; Sunday 12pm-10pm
What you need to know: Masks and social distancing required at all times. Balls and shoes thoroughly sanitized and guests provided with disinfecting wipes and/or spray, as needed. Shoes sanitized after each use with high-impact disinfectant spray. All Arcade Games and Kiosks thoroughly cleaned, paying special attention to joysticks, buttons, prize slots and card readers. Hand sanitizer available for all guests to use and replenished hourly. Guest touchpoints and surfaces regularly cleaned and sanitized. All staff require temperature checked prior to beginning shifts. Food handlers wear gloves for entirety of their shift. Limit of 4-6 people per lane. No ball sharing between guests. Food and beverage menu available with self-service ordering to limit staff contact. Furniture removed to create more space in building. Arcade games moved and spaced out, where possible, to maintain social distancing practices. (Some games may be inoperable during this time.) Until further notice, laser tag arenas will not be in operation. Separate shoe return station set up to limit contact with staff. Center capacity monitored closely to ensure appropriate number of guests are in center at any one time.
The upscale venue features 47 lanes, an arcade, two private bowling suites, billiards, a sports bar, and an extensive menu. Children's parties are customized and include kid-friendly menus, bumpers and lightweight bowling balls, and party prep and clean-up.
The All Star
96 Main Road, Riverhead
631-998-3565
Hours: Monday-Friday, 12pm-12am; Saturday, 10-1am; Sunday, 10am-11pm; federal holidays and school closings, 10-12am
What you need to know: Opened at 50 percent capacity. Borders between each lane to separate groups. Bowlers are spaced out every other lane. Social distancing and masks required at all times. Plexiglass divides front desk to limit contact between staff and bowlers. UV lights used to clean balls and shoes. Lanes and equipment regularly sanitized
Offers electronic scoring, music videos on HD screens, black and ambient lighting, an arcade, billiards, and a variety of food and drinks. Specials are offered Monday-Thursday. Children's party packages are available starting at $24.95 per child.
AMF Bowling - West Babylon
430 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon
631-661-6600
Hours: Wednesday-Thursday, 3-10pm; Friday, 3-11pm; Saturday, 12-11pm; Sunday 12-9pm.
What you need to know: Masks and social distancing required at all times. Balls and shoes thoroughly sanitized and guests provided with disinfecting wipes and/or spray, as needed. Shoes sanitized after each use with high-impact disinfectant spray. All Arcade Games and Kiosks thoroughly cleaned. Hand sanitizer available for all guests to use and replenished hourly. Guest touchpoints and surfaces regularly cleaned and sanitized. All staff require temperature checked prior to beginning shifts. Food handlers wear gloves for entirety of their shift. Limit of 4-6 people per lane. No ball sharing between guests. Food and beverage menu available with self-service ordering to limit staff contact. Furniture removed to create more space in building. Arcade games moved and spaced out, where possible, to maintain social distancing practices. (Some games may be inoperable during this time.) Until further notice, laser tag arenas will not be in operation. Separate shoe return station set up to limit contact with staff. Center capacity monitored closely to ensure appropriate number of guests are in center at any one time.
Features 56 lanes, arcade games, and billiards. Specials are available throughout the week. Customized children's party packages are available.
AMF Bowling - Smithtown
200 Landing Ave., Smithtown
631-265-0121
Hours: Wednesday-Thursday, 3-10pm; Friday, 3-11pm; Saturday, 12-11pm; Sunday, 12-9pm
What you need to know: Masks and social distancing required at all times. Balls and shoes thoroughly sanitized and guests provided with disinfecting wipes and/or spray, as needed. Shoes sanitized after each use with high-impact disinfectant spray. All Arcade Games and Kiosks thoroughly cleaned. Hand sanitizer available for all guests to use and replenished hourly. Guest touchpoints and surfaces regularly cleaned and sanitized. All staff require temperature checked prior to beginning shifts. Food handlers wear gloves for entirety of their shift. Limit of 4-6 people per lane. No ball sharing between guests. Food and beverage menu available with self-service ordering to limit staff contact. Furniture removed to create more space in building. Arcade games moved and spaced out, where possible, to maintain social distancing practices. (Some games may be inoperable during this time.) Until further notice, laser tag arenas will not be in operation. Separate shoe return station set up to limit contact with staff. Center capacity monitored closely to ensure appropriate number of guests are in center at any one time.
Features 36 lanes, a sports bar with flat-screen TVs, and a selection of cocktails and dishes. Specials are available throughout the week. Customized children's party packages are available.
Bowl Long Island at Patchogue - Closed until further notice
138 West Ave., Patchogue
631-475-5164
Hours: Sunday, 9am-11pm; Monday, 10-12am; Tuesday-Thursday, 12pm-12am; Friday, 12pm-1am; Saturday, 9-1am
A mainstay in Patchogue since 1957, the venue features synthetic lanes, a newly renovated bar and full service snack bar, a full service pro shop, and 48 flat-screen monitors. League bowling is available. Children's party packages available.
Bowlero Commack
2183 Jericho Turnpike, Commack
631-499-7722
Hours: Wednesday-Thursday, 3-10pm; Friday, 3pm-12am; Saturday, 12pm-12 am; Sunday, 12-9pm.
What you need to know: Masks required at all times. All areas thoroughly sanitized on a regular basis. Hand sanitizer available throughout center. All employees must have temperatures checked before starting shifts. All staff required to wear personal protective equipment throughout entire shift. Guests interact with staff at counter and bar through plexiglass. Layout redesigned to maintain proper social distancing.
A family entertainment center that offers 40 lanes, an arcade, lounge area, and a sports bar. The children's birthday party package includes bowling, arcade games, kid-friendly menus, lane bumpers and lightweight balls, and party prep and cleanup.
Coram Country Lanes
615 Middle Country Road, Coram
631-732-2022
Hours: Sunday-Thursday: 9-12am; Friday and Saturday, 9-1am
What you need to know: Social distancing and masks required at all times. Disinfection stations available throughout building. All balls and shoes regularly disinfected.
The venue offers a variety of specials. Cosmic bowling on hold for now. Includes music specifically for children. Children's party packages start at $17.95 per guest and include two hours of bowling, invitations, paper goods, pizza, hot dog or chicken tenders served with fries and drinks, a gift for the birthday child, and free game passes for party guests.
Strike 10 Lanes Deer Park
849 Long Island Avenue, Deer Park
631-667-7750
Hours: Sunday-Tuesday, 12pm-12am; Wednesday, 3pm-12am; Thursday-Saturday, 12pm-2am
What you need to know: All CDC regulations and NYS laws being followed such as masks and social distancing required at all times, lane separation, sanitize stations, and regular disinfection of equipment and furniture.
Synthetic lanes, new upfront ball returns, and renovated bowling machines are among the features offered here. The Sports Bar and Grill is a lounge area inside the venue that offers a fully stocked bar and a full service snack bar. A variety of children's party packages are available.
East Islip Lanes
117 E. Main St., East Islip
631-581-6200
Hours: 11pm-11am daily
What you need to know: For now, Sunday Early Bird Special and children’s party packages on hold. Following all CDC guidelines including requiring temperature before entry for bowlers and staff, social distancing, masks at all time, bowling groups spaced out every other lane, and regular disinfection of equipment and furniture before and after use.
Farmingdale Lanes
999 Conklin St., Farmingdale
631-249-4300
Hours: Call ahead for lane availability. Open 3-11pm daily.
What you need to know: All CDC sanitation procedures and NYS rules being followed. All employees receive temperature checks before shifts. Hand sanitizer dispensers set up throughout building. Masks and social distancing required at all times.
The venue offers kid-friendly bumper bowling, lightweight bowling balls, and small shoes for kids. A variety of daily specials are available. Friday and Saturday features cosmic bowling from 10pm to closing. Children's parties available.
Larkfield Lanes Under renovation. Plans to open in September.
332 Larkfield Road, East Northport
631-368-8788
Hours: Call for hours
What you need to know: According to website, all CDC guidelines are being followed such as requiring masks, social distancing, safety display signs, temperature checks for staffers before shifts, plexiglass at front desk, sanitizing of equipment before and after use, and hand sanitizer stations available throughout building.
Specials are available throughout the week. League bowling and party packages are available.
Port Jeff Bowl
31 Chereb Lane, Port Jefferson Station
631-473-3300
Hours: Open daily at 12pm, closing times between 9pm and 10pm
What you need to know: Only bowling available for now, food and drinks served at lanes and not in the community room or Splitz Sports Bar in order to maintain social distancing. Masks and social distancing required at all times, bowlers allowed in every other lane, hand sanitizer stations available, equipment, table, chairs regularly sanitized.
Bowling Alleys in Rockland County
Hi-Tor Lanes
40 S. Route 9W, West Haverstraw
845-429-8000
Hours: Sunday-Monday 12-9pm for bowling center and arcade. Tuesday-Saturday 2:30-8:30pm for kitchen hours. Call in advance for lane availability.
A family entertainment and fun center that offers bowling, pizza, and other concessions. Children's party packages are available for ages 12 and younger. Cosmic and Glow Bowling is available for most children's parties. Parents must supply cake and candles.
New City Bowl and Batting Cages
90 N. Main St., New City
845-634-4977
Hours: Through Sept.: Monday-Friday, 11:30am-11:30pm; Saturday-Sunday, 12-11:30pm. (Will most likely go back to normal hours in September).
What you need to know: Masks required at all times. New COVID-19 rules include skipping lanes between groups, extra sanitizing of all house balls and shoes, and sanitizing stations available throughout building.
A 24-lane bowling center that offers leagues for bowlers of all ages and abilities, five batting cages open from 12pm-7pm, and a snack bar. Party packages for all ages are available. Parents must supply cake and candles.
Bowling Alleys in Nearby New Jersey
Montvale Lanes
14 W. Grand Ave., Montvale, NJ
201-391-3400
Hours: Open 9am-10pm daily.
What you need to know: Hand sanitizer stations throughout building. Bowling groups spread out every other lane. Masks and social distancing required at all times. Equipment, lanes, and furniture regularly sanitized.
Features 38 lanes, an internet jukebox, fully stocked snack bar, bowling instruction, bumper bowling, darts, and league bowling. Children's parties are $14 per guest and includes an hour of bumper bowling, rental shoes, invitations, party room, and automated scoring. A minimum of 10 and maximum of 24 children required.
Bowling Alleys in Westchester County
Bowlmor White Plains
47 Tarrytown Road, White Plains
914-948-2677
Hours: Wednesday-Thursday, 3-10pm; Friday, 3pm-12am; Saturday, 1pm-12am; Sunday, 12-9pm.
What you need to know: All areas are being thoroughly sanitized on a regular basis. Hand sanitizer available throughout the center. All employees must have their temperatures checked before starting their shifts. All staff required to wear personal protective equipment throughout their entire shift. Guests interact with staff at counter and bar through plexiglass. Layout has been redesigned to maintain proper social distancing.
An upscale entertainment center that features 56 bowling lanes, three bar and lounge areas and an expanded arcade featuring 50 interactive games. Children's party packages include kid-friendly menus, bumpers and lightweight balls, party prep, and cleanup.
Cortlandt Lanes
2192 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor
914-737-4550
Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays, 12-11 pm; Tuesdays, 3-11 pm; Thursdays, 3 pm-12 am; Fridays and Saturdays, 9-12:30 am; Sundays, 9am-11pm (open 11am on Sundays until Sept. Starting Sept., opening 9am on Sundays).
What you need to know: Following all CDC guidelines. Masks and social distancing required at all times. Bowling groups spread out every other lane. Hand sanitizer stations available throughout building. Equipment and furniture disinfected regularly.
Offers cosmic bowling, leagues and tournaments. Breakfast special on Saturdays: Bowl for any 2-hour period between 9am-1pm. Breakfast includes egg and cheese on a roll with a choice of coffee, tea, or juice for $20. Children's birthday party package includes two hours of bowling, bumper bowling for younger children, choice of hot dog, chicken nuggets or pizza with fries and beverage and paper goods. Parents must supply the cake. $20 per child.
Homefield Bowl
938 Saw Mill River Road, Yonkers
914-969-5592
Hours: 9-1am, daily
What you need to know: Masks and social distancing required at all times. Hand sanitizer stations available.
Includes snack bar and lounge. Bumper bowling available for children on all lanes. Leagues are available. Children's party packages available. include 1.5 hours of bowling, music, choice of hamburger, hot dog, pizza, or chicken nuggets. Fries and soda included. $21 per child.
Jefferson Valley Bowl Opening Aug. 24th
3699 Hill Blvd., Jefferson Valley
914-245-7771
Hours: 9-12 am, daily
What you need to know: Masks and social distancing required at all times. Bowling groups spread out every other lane. Regular sanitization of equipment. Social distance stickers on lanes to remind customers. Hand sanitizer, Lysol, Clorox wipes available throughout the building. Temperature checks required for staff. Plexiglass at front desk and snack bar. Bar closed off from bowlers and drinks served through window to maintain social distance precautions.
The center includes leagues for all ages and genders. Children's party packages include bowling for 2 hours, paper goods, choice of hamburger, hot dog, pizza, grilled cheese, or chicken nuggets. Fries and soda included. $20 per child.
New Roc 'N Bowl
29 LeCourt Place, New Rochelle
914-637-7575
Hours: Call for hours. 1pm- 12am for bowling, subject to change
What you need to know: Temperature checks for staff and bowlers required for entry. Masks and social distancing required at all times. All balls and shoes sanitized after use for your safety. Food served on lane by wait staff service only. Alcohol purchase must include a food purchase in compliance with NYS law. Sanitize stations available
A family entertainment center that offers bowling, laser tag, mini golf, and ping-pong. Children's bowling parties include one hour of bowling, pizza, soda and 1,000 Fuze Credits good for play on games and rides. Prices vary depending on the day of the week.
Spins Bowl
333 N. Bedford Road, Mount Kisco
914-241-3131
Hours: For now only opening on weekends: Friday-Saturdays, 12-8pm; Sundays, 12-6pm
What you need to know: Restaurant not fully opening just yet, but soft pretzels and drinks served. Social distancing and masks required. Free Purell available.
Includes 12 professional lanes with large projection video screens that play music across the center, an arcade, go-kart racing, and lounge area. Children's party packages are available.
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