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Helen Newman Lanes will be closed until May 17, 2025 for lane machine upgrades. Reservations are being accepted for June through the summer!

 

Helen Newman Hall Bowling Center Hours - Planned re-opening May 17, 2025

DayHours*
Monday, May 12Closed
Tuesday, May 13 Closed
Wednesday, May 14Closed
Thursday, May 15Closed
Friday, May 16Closed
Saturday, May 175:00pm-11:00pm
Sunday, May 18Closed
DayHours*
Monday, May 19Closed
Tuesday, May 20 5:00pm-10:00pm
Wednesday, May 215:00pm-10:00pm
Thursday, May 225:00pm - 11:00pm
Friday, May 235:00pm-11:00pm
Saturday, May 243:00pm-11:00pm
Sunday, May 25Closed

*Hours are subject to change. 

Amenities

  • Food and beverage lounge
  • Claw games
  • Jukebox
  • Personalized Service

Individual Rates

Individual Open-Play Rates. Credit card only.

CategoryFee
Individuals$5 per game
Seniors & children under 12$4 per game
Shoe Rental$4

Group Reservation Information - Reservations resume June 2025

Group Lane Rental Rates (not to exceed 5 people per lane). Tuesday through Saturday—$30 per lane/per hour ($100 minimum).  Reservations are not final until requestor receives confirmation e-mail.

Note: Latex Balloons are not permitted for parties due to a latex allergy within the bowling staff.

To reserve lanes for groups (ex. unit/division celebrations, birthday parties):

Bowling Reservations

The maximum facility capacity is 60. Reservations must be cancelled 48 hours in advance or you will be billed for the reservation in full. No exceptions.

Special Services

  • Sanctioned leagues for men, women and couples on Wednesdays, 6:30pm-8:00pm. Individual bowlers who would like to be on a league team are welcome to contact us, as are existing teams that would like to join one of our leagues.
  • Bumper bowling for children (reservations suggested)
  • Fund raising events for non-for-profit organizations