We are about to share everything we know about the best bowling alleys and pro shops in Grand Rapids. Whether you are a professional or are just looking to have some fun at the lanes we will do our best to point you in the right direction.
There really is no better way for us to begin than by listing the best Grand Rapids bowling alleys. Most of our visitors are probably just looking for a place to have some fun making them the most natural starting point.
During our discussion of the best places to bowl near you we will try to give you some information on what is available at each of these centers. Some may host leagues and tournaments for youth, adults, seniors, or ladies and if so that will be mentioned.
Cosmic bowling is more popular than ever so we will of course let you know if it is available, plus we will mention which places are family friendly and good for kids, birthday parties, have arcades or laser tag, pool tables, private rooms, and any specials, discounts, or happy hours they might offer will get a shout out.
There are also some alleys that are better for adults that might have sports bars or play music at night with more of a grown up party atmosphere and that will be mentioned too. Following that you will find a list of local bowling pro shops where you can buy balls, bags, shoes, grips, finger inserts, and all kind of accessories.
Plus they should be able to handle drilling, plugging, fitting, resurfacing, cleaning and engraving as well. Towards the end there will be a bowling map for your area with the best alleys and pro shops pinned so that you can get a better lay for the land.
And you are all welcome to check out more of our posts on the Midwest at that link if interested.
Best Bowling Alleys In Grand Rapids
Whether you want to join a league, get some practice in at the lanes, or just have some fun the best Grand Rapids bowling alleys and centers are ready whenever you are:
- Wengers Bowling Center at 629 Leonard St NW
- Paragon Bowling Center & Sports Bar at 2425 Division Ave S
- Clique Lanes at 533 Stocking Ave NW
- Northfield Lanes at 2222 Plainfield Ave NE
- Fowling Warehouse at 6797 Cascade Rd SE
- Tap at 2222 Plainfield Ave NE
- Big Rapids Bowling Center at 327 S 3rd Ave
- The Gate at 327 S 3rd Ave
Wenger’s has two floors with 8 lanes each and even hosts bowling leagues in your area for all ages on Sunday and Wednesday.
The Paragon Bowling Center is open until 2am on Friday and Saturday offering promotions such as two games for the price of one.
Exciting local leagues and tournaments take place at Clique Lanes which has two floors with 16 lanes in all. You can also bowl for a cheaper rate at the center from 12pm to 12am on Sunday.
Northfield features 12 bowling lanes near you and provides specials on Monday nights between 9pm and 12am while also hosting leagues for all ages seven days a week.
Leagues and tournaments are held every day at Fowling Warehouse who offers limitless bowling promos as well as a nice bar.
Best Local Pro Shops
We did not find any bowling pro shops in your area. For now our best advice is to head to one of the alleys we just mentioned which should be good places to buy balls, bags, shoes, grips, league uniforms, finger inserts, cleaning kits, towels and more equipment.
Plus they should also be able to handle drilling, plugging, fitting, resurfacing, cleaning, and engraving balls too.
By the way we have also written posts on:
- Where To Go Bowling In Detroit
- Where To Go Bowling In Milwaukee
- Where To Go Bowling In Chicago
- Where To Go Bowling In Toledo
Have Fun Bowling In Grand Rapids
Well, we tried to cover the local bowling scene to the best of our abilities. Whether you want to head to an alley near you to have fun at the lanes, join a league, win a tournament, throw a kids birthday party, or enjoy the music and lights for a fun cosmic game you should have got the info you need here.
Now go have fun visiting the best bowling alleys and pro shops in Grand Rapids!