Bowlero Columbia Opens After Renovations

COLUMBIA, MD — There's a new bowling alley in town that promises to offer more than just a spin on the lanes. Bowlero Columbia, which transformed from the old Brunswick Zone Columbia, opened Jan. 15. It features a snazzy design as well as shareable menu items like lamb lollipops and a party pretzel as well as a bar with craft beer, wine and cocktails.

Located at 7100 Carved Stone Road, the renovated bowling alley features 32 black-lit lanes with high-definition video walls. Updated seating and a brand-new bar and lounge have been added. The arcade now houses games like Mario Kart, NBA Hoops, Space Invaders and others.

"From its vintage Edison light fixtures and rich Herringbone-patterned floors, to its retro-inspired wall graphics, Bowlero offers guests the perfect environment to let loose, hang out and have fun on the lanes," according to a statement from the company.

On the menu are “Oversized Shareables” like the 2-foot-long Coney Mega Dog, XXL Party Pretzel and giant cocktails like the Dunk Tank and Mega Mule.

This is the fourth Bowlero to open in Maryland. Other locations are in Timonium, College Park and Bethesda.

To celebrate the new renovations in Columbia, the business is holding a grand opening party from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2, with free bowling and arcade play at Bowlero Columbia, 7100 Carved Stone Road.

Guests will receive a complimentary round of bowling, including shoes; a $5 arcade card; and a taste of the Bowlero menu items, including the XXL Party Pretzel, 2-foot-long Coney Mega Dog and more. There will also be a chance to meet the Oriole Bird and other surprise guests.

Food and drink specials will be available at the grand opening. RSVP is recommended.

For lane availability, reservations, or to plan a party, call Bowlero Columbia at 410-381-7750.

Bowlero says it is the largest owner and operator of bowling centers in the world, with more than 300 locations, including eight in Mexico and two in Canada.

It evolved from the 2013 merger of upscale bowling company Bowlmor Lanes and AMF Bowling and continued with the acquisition of Brunswick’s bowling businesses in 2014. The Bowlero bowling center brands include Bowlero, Bowlmor Lanes, AMF Bowling Co. and Brunswick Zone.

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