Best Bowling for Kids in Columbus

Katie G.:  Introduce the kids to the fun game of duckpin bowling at Pins Mechanical Co. This fun, fast-paced game is a variation of traditional bowling, but uses shorter lanes, smaller balls and pins that are attached to strings. Once you've finished bowling, enjoy the other activities including foosball, ping pong, shuffle board, giant jenga and pinball. Although food is not served at Pins, there are rotating food trucks outside to enjoy or guests are welcome to bring in their own food. Open to all ages before 8pm.

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Hannah Scott:  Boasting 48 lanes, cosmic bowling, and bowling leagues for kiddos as young as 4, Wayne Webb's Columbus Bowl is a fantastic bowling alley for the entire family. While you're there, be sure to check out the arcade and internet jukebox, and feast on an extensive menu of snacks and meals (including breakfast!) that take "bowling alley food" to the next level.

Cost: $3.50 - $5 per person, per game, and $4 shoe rental

Katie G.:  HPL Bowling Center has 50 lanes which are fully equipped with bumper pads for kids, making their bowling experience much more enjoyable.

Cost: $3.50 - $5.50 per person, per game, and $3 shoe rental

Katie G.:  AMF Stardust Lanes features 24 bowling alleys, a billiards room, interactive arcade, free WIFI, on-site pro shop and extensive menu of food and drink. Stop in on Sunday evenings for $2.59 games and shoe rentals! Check out their other promotions here.

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Hannah Scott:  Game of Columbus is a premium bowling alley and entertainment center with 28 lanes, laser tag, game room, and a made-from-scratch menu. If you plan to enjoy multiple activities during your visit, check the website for special combo prices! A summer youth league is also available for kids who want to take their game to a more competitive level.

Cost: $5 per person, per game, plus $5 shoe rental

Hannah Scott:  Eastland Lanes prides itself on being a "family owned and family friendly" bowling alley. They offer a variety of specials geared toward families through the week, including Monday & Tuesday Family Fun Night (2 hours of bowling, popcorn, and soda) and Friday Family Fun Night (1.5 hours of bowling, game room discounts, and glow bowling). Combine their great discounts with free shoe rental, and Eastland is high on the list of affordable bowling alleys in Columbus!

Cost: $5.25 per person, per game, and free shoe rental

Katie G.:  Located in the Northeast side of Columbus, Sequoia Pro Bowl has 32 lanes, an arcade, ping pong, bar and grill and Ohio Lottery's Keno. During the summer months, visitors can enjoy corn hole or sand volleyball on the outdoor patio. Take the family to Brunch and Bowl on Sunday mornings where families will enjoy 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental and choice of 4 meals for only $16.

Cost: $5.50 per person, per game, and $3 shoe rental

Hannah Scott:  Holiday Lanes is a family-owned bowling alley with an arcade game room, pro shop, and snack bar. In addition to the adult leagues, they host several kids' leagues for bowlers of all experience levels -- including with bumpers.

Cost: $4 - $5 per person, per game, and $2.50 shoe rental

Katie G.:  Don't judge this bowling alley by the traditional, retro-look out front. Inside, Capri Lanes has been remodeled with big-screen tvs that overhang the bowling alleys, a new game room, lazer tag, pro shop, bar and pub-style food. Check out their promotions like Two Dollar Tuesdays where games, shoes rentals, slices of pizza, and hot dogs are...you guessed it, only $2 each!

Cost: $3.25 - $5 per person, per game, and $3 shoe rental

Katie G.:  Gahanna Lanes and Family Entertainment Center is your one-stop shop for family fun in East Columbus. The 26 lane bowling alley also has a snack bar, lounge, arcade and 9-hole indoor, glow in the dark mini-golf course.

Cost: $4 - $5.50 per person, per game, and $3.57 shoe rental

Katie G.:  The newly remodeled AMF Sawmill Lanes features 52 bowling lanes lined with new HD video walls, an interactive arcade, free wifi and an extensive menu of food and drink. Bowling specials are offered daily with Sunday mornings targeted towards families when games are just $1.99 before noon (shoe rental not included).

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Katie G.:  One of the few bowling centers in town open 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, Columbus Square Bowling Palace has 64 lanes, a game room, pro shop, restaurant and bar. The Lunch & Bowl special is offered on weekdays. Guests will receive 2 games of bowling, shoe rental, lunch and a soft drink for $12 per person. Perfect for when the kids have the day off school! They open 24/7 so it's also a great place for your teenagers to hang out.

Cost: $6 per person, per game, and $3 shoe rental

Katie G.:  One of the first boutique-style bowling alleys in central Ohio, Ten Pin Alley offers family-friendly bowling with an upscale atmosphere. They also offer bocce, laser tag and an arcade.

Cost: $26 - $34 per lane, per hour, and $3 shoe rental

Katie G.:  One of the newer bowling alleys in town, Star Lanes Polaris is an upscale, boutique style bowling alley with 20 state-of-the-art lanes, a huge interactive game room, billiards, darts and an extensive food and drink menu from The Point Bar & Grill. What makes Star Lanes unique is their lane-side service to meet your food and drink needs and a fun glow-in-the-dark atmosphere.

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Hannah Scott:  Rule (3) is a 14-lane bowling alley equipped for families and professionals alike -- but the fun doesn't end there! The facility also boasts an arcade, volleyball courts, live music, and a full food and drink menu. Kids will especially love the outdoor inflatables available during the summer months!

Cost: bowling starts at $5 per person, per game, and $4 shoe rental