Bowling Alleys & Family Entertainment Center in NJ

Colonial Bowling & Entertainment is at 2420 Brunswick Avenue (Route 1) in Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 — on the Mercer County Route 1 corridor, easily accessible from Princeton, Hamilton, Ewing, and Trenton. We also serve Lower Bucks County, PA including Morrisville, Langhorne, and Yardley. Free on-site parking is available. Walk-ins are welcome during all business hours.

Hours vary by season. Call (609) 882-7700 or visit colonialbowlingnj.com for the most current schedule. Holiday hours may differ from posted hours.

Standard Hours

Before June 19 & After Labor Day

Summer Hours

June 19 through Labor Day

We open early Monday through Friday for holidays and school closings. Hours are subject to change so always check the site or call ahead before visiting.

 Absolutely! Aside from our alcohol menu, every single attraction at Colonial is open to everyone. We don’t believe in age limits on having fun—whether you’re 5 or 55, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for.

Universal Attractions: Our laser tag arena, massive arcade, and bowling lanes aren’t just for kids. Teens, parents, and coworkers frequently face off in some seriously competitive matches.

Doc’s Bar & Grill: This isn’t just an adult lounge, it’s a full-service, family-friendly restaurant where everyone can sit down for a great meal together (while the adults enjoy a craft beer or cocktail).

The VIP Suite: A versatile, premium space featuring custom party packages designed for both high-energy kids’ birthdays and upscale adult celebrations.

Yes. Bumper bowling for guests 12 and under, arcade games for teens, full-service dining and a bar for adults — Colonial is designed so parents can actually relax and enjoy the outing rather than just manage it. Birthday party packages include a dedicated host who handles every detail so the parents can be present without running the event.

Yes. Colonial is one of the most popular corporate event venues in Mercer County, NJ. The Private VIP Suite accommodates up to 130 guests with 4 private lanes, a 250 square foot LED wall, HDMI inputs for presentations, a private bar with a dedicated bartender, and a dedicated event host. Bowling and laser tag are both proven team-building activities. See our Corporate Events page for packages.

Walk-ins are welcome every day during business hours on a first-come, first-served basis.  Reservations, called FastLanes, are available every day for groups needing up to 2 lanes (12 guests).  To guarantee your time on weekends, we recommend a FastLane reservation — bookable online at colonialbowlingnj.com as little as 1 hour before arrival. For groups of more than 12 please call at least 7 days in advance to book a group or VIP event through our sales department. No reservation fees on Saturday and Sunday bookings before 1pm. Birthday party packages and Private VIP Suite events always require advance booking.

Open play bowling at Colonial is time-based, not game-based — you bowl games at your own pace for a flat per-person rate, with shoe rental always included. Rates vary by day, time, and group size. We also offer weekly specials for great value. Visit colonialbowlingnj.com or call (609) 882-7700 for current pricing. 

Yes. Colonial Bowling & Entertainment accepts all major credit cards, Apple Pay, and Android Pay.

Yes. Our facility is fully wheelchair accessible.

Yes. We have a large free parking lot on-site at 2420 Brunswick Avenue, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648. Our location on Route 1 is easy to reach by car from throughout Mercer County and Central New Jersey, with no time limits and no parking fees.

Yes. We welcome all trained service animals, provided they remain with their handler at all times and are equipped with a vest, leash, or collar that makes them easily identifiable. All other animals, including pets and emotional support animals, are not permitted inside the facility.