Bowling is a fun way to get out and enjoy time with friends and family. It offers some exercise, time to socialize, and some competition to keep things interesting. There are several places to bowl in the Akron area, and here are some of the best.
Stonehedge
Stonehedge on Cuyahoga Falls Ave in Akron has offered bowling and fun for over 40 years. They open at 9 a.m. and have daily specials such as the Practice Special when you can pay just $7 for unlimited bowling. They also have Lunar Bowling from 10 p.m. until 1 a.m. every night. For this, they play music videos on the screens, and there are laser lights and misty fog to make it a fun experience for everyone. Stonehedge also offers much more than bowling. They have three game rooms, including the Pinball Parlor, they have a bar for the adults, and you can get pizza, sandwiches, and apps at Kim’s Grille.
Spins Bowl Akron Lanes
Spins Bowl Akron Lanes features 64 Pro Lanes synthetic bowling lanes that use the latest technology and Qubica automatic scoring systems. Throughout the center, there are many flat-screen TV’s with televised bowling games to watch, and you can take part in tournaments for some competition. They offer several tournaments in the fall including the October Sunday Sweeper Series and the Midwest Scratch Bowlers Series. Stop in at the 10-table pool room or enjoy lunch at the snack bar. The 300 Lounge offers drinks for the adults, music, and even video games at the bar. You’ll find Spins Bowl Akron Lanes on E. Waterloo Road in Akron.
Sto-Kent Family Entertainment
Just a few miles outside of Akron in Stow, you’ll find Sto-Kent Family Entertainment. Here, they have bowling and fun activities for the whole family. There are leagues for the serious bowlers, and fun games for those who just want to give bowling a try. On Friday and Saturday nights, they offer Cosmic Thunder Bowling. This glow in the dark bowling experience features a light show and music. It starts after the league ends and it is only $4.00 per game.
Eastbury Bowling Center
Eastbury Bowling Center in Canton offers 36 synthetic lanes with top-of-the-line scoring monitors to help make your bowling experience fun. On Friday and Saturday nights they have Cosmic Bowling where they turn down the lights, turn up the music, and turn on the special effects. Their spectacular light show features lasers, a living wall, and multicolored runway lights. Eastbury also has leagues for the serious bowler to join or for those who are just starting out. They have a full-service sports bar with the latest game on the big-screen TV, or you can head to the game room for some pinball. Eastbury Bowling Center sits on Atlantic Blvd NE in Canton.
Check out one of these bowling centers the next time you want to work on your game, enjoy some healthy competition with family and friends, or find a league to join.