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Best Bowling Alleys for Families in the GTA

September 15, 2025

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Looking for an exciting outing the whole family can enjoy? Bowling alleys offer a fun community hub for families. Whether it’s 5 and 10 pin bowling, cosmic glow-in-the-dark nights, arcade games, or fun snack bar food, going bowling is the perfect active outing the whole family can enjoy. Read on to discover some of the top spots where parents can take their kids bowling in the Toronto area and beyond!

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Planet Bowl

Large facility (48 lanes), offers bumper lanes for kids, affordable rates, leagues, birthday parties, and an arcade. Clean, modern, and hosts official events, making it energetic and safe for families

Playtime Bowl & Entertainment

Recently renovated, features 28 lanes, arcade games, laser tag, upscale food & drink options, party spaces, and frequent birthday parties. Its modern amenities, cleanliness, and weekend live DJ ensure a lively atmosphere. Visit their website for more information and events.

Danforth Bowl

Retro, smaller alley with a cozy vibe offering 5- and 10-pin bowling, weekend disco/cosmic bowling, arcade games, snack bar, and birthday party hosting. Reservations required.

The Ballroom Bowl

Three downtown locations – Yorkville, John Street, and Sankofa Square (featuring Duckpin Bowling!) Locations have bumper lanes for younger kids, arcade games and pub fare. Famous for group events and birthday parties.

Shamrock Bowl and Restobar

Historic 5-pin bowling on a retro third floor, party/event space, affordable pricing, and a unique retro charm. Known as Toronto’s oldest and largest 5-pin alley, ideal for classic family outings and parties.

Bowlerama Rexdale

Features cosmic bowling, party packages, leagues, and a snack bar. Well-known for its large facilities and frequent youth tournaments.

Splitsville Woodbridge

Offers upscale bowling, laser tag, an arcade, gourmet menu, and birthday party specialists. Spacious location suited for large family events. Splitsville is also the only place in North America where you can hit the lanes wearing your own shoes!

Parkway Bowl

Offers 5-pin and 10-pin bowling, arcade games, affordable parties, and weekend glow bowling. A Scarborough staple with friendly staff.

Kennedy Bowl

Unique with 32 lanes, bumpers for kids, and a full snack bar. Noted for regular family specials.

Classic Bowl

Features 60 lanes, cosmic bowling, on-site restaurant, arcade games, and deals for families or birthday events.

Bowlerama West

Offers both 5- and 10-pin, glow bowling, party rooms, and a fun, retro vibe. Well-rated for helpful staff.

Markham Bowl

Focuses on affordable family bowling, generous birthday packages, bumper options, and leagues for all ages.

Richmond Hill Pro Bowl

Full amenities, bumper lanes, kids’ leagues and affordable party rooms. Great for family celebrations.

Bowlerama Barrie

With 22 lanes of 10 pin bowling and 10 lanes of 5 pin bowling, this alley in Barrie offers children’s birthday parties, cosmic bowling, and food service.