We charge by time rather than by game, which lets you bowl more games for less money. One hour of bowling runs from $16 to $25 per person depending on the day, time, and number of guests on your lane. Groups of 4 to 6 bowlers get the best per-person rates. We also offer All You Can Bowl deals at select times. Shoe rentals are always included at no extra charge, which is a real differentiator from most bowling alleys in New Jersey. Visit colonialbowlingnj.com/entertainments/bowling or call (609) 882-7700 for current pricing.

One hour of bowling typically gives a group of 3 to 4 players around 2 full games, though pace varies by group size. If you want to guarantee more games, we recommend booking 2 hours. Groups of 3 or more can save as much as $15 per person by purchasing 2 hours upfront. We also offer All You Can Bowl options at select times.

Yes, bumpers are available on all lanes for guests 12 years of age and under. They raise and lower, so adults and kids can bowl on the same lane together. Just let a team member know when you check in and we’ll set your lane up accordingly.

Yes, bowling shoe rentals are required to bowl and are included in all of our unlimited bowling options at no additional charge. This is unlike most bowling centers in New Jersey, where shoe rental is an added fee on top of the lane price. 

Yes, you’re welcome to bring your own ball and shoes but please keep in mind our lanes are maintained to appeal to the casual bowler so some personal balls may not perform as they normally would in a league-setting. House balls are available in a range of weights for all players.

Our cosmic bowling experience transforms the lanes with UV lighting, neon colors, and music for a high-energy, nightlife-style atmosphere. Unlike most bowling alleys, we run cosmic bowling all day long, every day of the week. A Wednesday afternoon at Colonial Bowling & Entertainment hits the same as a Saturday night.

Our luxury VIP Suite features 4 private bowling lanes in front of a massive 10-foot-tall LED video wall, two unlimited-play Skee-Ball machines, an in-room bar, private restroom, state-of-the-art AV equipment, customizable lighting and sound, an electric fireplace, multiple 90-inch OLED TVs, and fully catered food and beverage service, all in a private setting. It accommodates 10 to 130 guests and is perfect for milestone birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette parties, corporate events, and any occasion that calls for a premium experience.

Yes, all 24 lanes feature automated scoring systems. If you ever experience a technical issue with your lane, please notify a team member right away and we’ll resolve it or move you to a working lane.

Yes. Doc’s Bar & Grill offers QR code ordering right from your lane. Order from your phone or in person at the bar and we’ll deliver food, soft drinks, cocktails, and more directly to you. Enjoy pub-style favorites, 12 beers on tap, handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, and more without ever leaving your lane.

No, and we’re proud of it. Our bowling alley in Lawrenceville, NJ is designed for entertainment, not leagues. Leagues require bright flourescent lights and minimal distractions, which is the opposite of the all-day party atmosphere that sets Colonial apart from other bowling centers in New Jersey. Our lanes are always available to the public with no league nights blocking access.

Absolutely. Bowling is one of our most popular team-building activities. Whether it’s a casual department outing or a fully catered corporate event in our VIP Suite, we have packages that combine bowling, food, laser tag, and arcade. Call us Mon through Fri from 10am to 6pm or submit an Event Booking Request online anytime at colonialbowlingnj.com.

Yes. Colonial Bowling & Entertainment on Route 1 in Lawrenceville, NJ is the closest bowling alley serving Princeton, Hamilton, Ewing, and Trenton in Mercer County, as well as Morrisville, Langhorne, and Yardley in Lower Bucks County, PA. We’re open to walk-ins every day we’re open and lane reservations can be booked online 24/7.