Hop off the Bar Stool and Check Out The Best Minneapolis/St. Paul Bowling Alleys Pt. 1
Who doesn’t love bowling? This retro sport has had a resurgence in recent years with televised bowling championships and updated, modern bowling alleys with technologically advanced sound and lighting systems to make the experience fresh and new. If you’re looking for something to do with your friend beyond the usual night at the bar think about going bowling next weekend for a fun, involved activity that you can play with a drink in your hand or you can just chill and watch from the bar stool.
Elsie’s Bowling Center
Located in Northeast Minneapolis just across the river from the downtown Warehouse district, Elsie’s Bowling is one of the most popular bowling destinations for those in the close metro area, with 16 modern bowling lanes and the latest scoring and lighting technology. They have a number of leagues and clubs as well as the always popular “cosmic” and black light bowling most nights after 9:30pm. With great food, drinks and late hours, Elsie’s is the place to go if you are in around downtown Minneapolis looking to get your bowl on.
Memory Lanes Bowl Inc
Owned by the same company as Elsie’s, expect nothing but the highest quality bowling experience from this south Minneapolis bowling destination. Catering to a younger, hipper crowd, Memory Lanes sets itself apart with its nightly sound and light shows that feature live music in the middle of the bowling action—the band’s play in the middle of the lanes in a elevated set. They have their nights broken into categories, from cosmic to flashback to indie rock and to punk bowling nights so you are sure to find the night that caters to your favorite sound. For south Minneapolis bowling with a spin, you can’t go wrong with Memory Lanes.