Bowling, Laser Tag & Arcade Games
A short drive south from Nassau Street puts you inside one of the most activity-rich venues in the region. Here is everything we have on offer at Colonial Bowling & Entertainment.
Cosmic Blacklight Bowling
We keep all 24 of our USBC-certified lanes lit up under full cosmic blacklight every day and every hour we are open. No league nights, no lane closures, no dead zones in the atmosphere. Bowling is priced by time, not by game, with shoe rental built into every session.
- Time-based pricing, not game-based
- Shoe rental included with open play bowling and most packages
- Weekday open play available — see current rates
- Sunday Wake N’ Bowl available — check current times and pricing
- Weeknight All-You-Can-Bowl available Mon–Thu — see current pricing
- Value Bundle combining bowling and arcade credits available — see current pricing
- FastLane reservations available online as little as 1 hour before arrival
- FastLane reservations available with no booking fees on qualifying weekend sessions — see Our Open Play Bowling Page for details
- Bumper bowling available for guests 12 and under
Jurassic Quest Laser Tag
Up to 20 players, all ages, and an experience lasting approximately 15 minutes per game. Our Jurassic Quest laser tag arena is available as a standalone walk-in activity or combined with bowling and arcade as part of a party or group package. Princeton families visiting on weekends consistently rank it as the highlight of their visit, and the rematches usually outnumber the first games.
80+ Arcade & Redemption Games
More than 80 skill-based arcade and redemption games fill approximately 3,500 square feet of dedicated arcade space. The variable-ticket redemption model rewards skill over volume, which sets our arcade apart from the standard experience. Every Friday we run an arcade happy hour — check this page for current hours.
Doc's Bar & Grill
Doc's Bar & Grill is a full-service restaurant and sports barcade that welcomes everyone, whether or not you're bowling. The kitchen serves eclectic, shareable platters — think Loaded Waffle Fries, Tacos, and Bao Buns alongside classics like Wings and Pizza — capped with desserts like Marshmallow Nutella Pizza and Funnel Fries. The bar runs 12 rotating beer taps and 120+ spirits, with handcrafted cocktails, Ritual Zero Proof mocktails, wine, and bottled beers. Everything is a QR code scan away, delivered straight to your lane.
Private VIP Suite
Four private bowling lanes, a 250 square foot LED video wall, a private in-room bar with a dedicated bartender, unlimited Skee-Ball, an electric fireplace, multiple 80"+ OLED TVs, and room for up to 130 guests. Our Private VIP Suite is the most fully equipped private event space of its kind in the Princeton area.
Parties & Corporate Events Near Princeton, NJ
Princeton families, university groups, corporate teams, and community organizations all find what they need at Colonial. We take care of the details so your group can focus on enjoying the event.
Birthday Parties
Our birthday packages are available at per-person rates and include a private party room, a dedicated host, bowling, food, and activity add-ons. For milestone birthdays and adult celebrations, our Private VIP Suite packages are available at flat-rate pricing. Shoe rental is included across every birthday and VIP package, and outside birthday cakes are welcome with Kids and VIP bookings. Visit our Birthday Parties page or call (609) 882-7700 for current package pricing.
Princeton University & College Group Events
We draw regular bookings from Princeton University students, departments, clubs, and sports teams. Happy Hour packages are available for college group outings on weekday evenings. FastLane reservations accommodate groups of up to 12 bowlers across 2 lanes with and can be booked up to 1 hour in advance. See current pricing on our Open Play Bowling page.
Corporate Team Building
Our Private VIP Suite Corporate Package includes private lanes, food platters, a private bar, and a dedicated host for up to 130 guests. Bowling and laser tag work naturally as team-building formats because they are low-barrier, inherently social, and give people something to compete over that has nothing to do with the office. Call (609) 882-7700 or visit our Corporate Events page for current pricing and availability.
Group Outings
Youth groups, school trips, sports team celebrations, family reunions, and social club nights all fit comfortably at Colonial. Youth group packages are available for groups of 30 or more, and our events team is on hand to keep everything running smoothly from start to finish. Call us at (609) 882-7700 for more information or fill out our event booking request form.
Why Princeton, NJ Chooses Colonial Bowling & Entertainment
The Princeton area has great restaurants, great culture, and great outdoor spaces. What it does not have is a venue like ours. Here is what makes Colonial the entertainment choice that keeps Princeton coming back.
Don't wait for the weekend to get the party started!
Gather your friends, family, or coworkers and head over to Colonial Bowling & Entertainment.
Frequently Asked Questions
We are located at 2420 Brunswick Ave, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648 (also referred to as U.S. Bus. Rt. 1 or Brunswick Pike), approximately 10 minutes south of Princeton. Free on-site parking is available and walk-ins are welcome during all business hours.