If you’re looking for an exciting party theme that doesn’t require much effort to pull off, a bowling birthday party is the perfect answer. It’s a fun celebration for kids and adults alike, and guests can enjoy a little friendly competition over delicious food and tons of laughter. Here are some tips to keep in mind when planning your ten-pin celebration.

How to Plan a Fun Bowling Birthday

1. Location

Reserve a few lanes for the party — one for every four guests is an ideal formula. Not everyone invited might be interested in rolling balls down the lane, so find a venue with other options for fun. Also, ensure the alley offers delectable food to serve at the celebration. 

2. Decorations

Talk to management about what kinds of party decorations are allowed in the venue. Some places allow balloons but not messy party decorations like party poppers, confetti, or foam sprays. If possible, visit the bowling alley in advance to see where you can set up your decorations. For Instagram-worthy party photos, get balloons in a color scheme that doesn’t clash with the color palette of the venue.

3. Birthday Packages

Look into birthday specials at the bowling alley — party packages make planning a lot easier. Some venues offer budget-friendly packages complete with lane rentals, shoe rentals, and food so that you don’t have to pay for them separately and can save on party expenses.

Whether you’re looking for a birthday party venue or just a place to hang out with your friends and family, All Star Lanes & Banquets in La Crosse, WI, offers excellent packages. This bowling alley and banquet hall has over a dozen lanes and billiard tables. It also offers mouth-watering dinner baskets, pizza, and burgers fresh off the grill. For reservations, call (608) 788-7827 or visit their website.