About Franklin Township
Franklin Township is a thriving Somerset County community where families, professionals, and local organizations enjoy having quality entertainment close to home. Planning birthdays, weekend outings, school events, and group celebrations becomes much easier when multiple attractions are available in one place instead of across several locations.
Colonial Bowling & Entertainment welcomes guests from Franklin Township and surrounding Somerset County communities every day.
Families celebrate birthdays with us, friends gather for weekend fun, businesses host team outings, and community groups enjoy bowling, laser tag, arcade games, delicious dining, and private event spaces during one memorable visit.
Bowling Alleys & Entertainment Center near Franklin Township
Bowling
Nothing brings people together quite like sharing a bowling lane. We welcome casual walk-in bowling every day and leagues never occupy our lanes. Immersive all-day light and sound shows create an exciting atmosphere. Meanwhile, time-based lane pricing and complimentary shoe rentals with bowling lane purchases add extra value from the first frame to the last.
Cosmic / Blacklight Bowling
Every game feels more exciting during our all-day cosmic bowling experience. Colorful blacklights, upbeat music, and vibrant visual effects transform the lanes into a high-energy environment that is perfect for birthday parties, family outings, date nights, and evening gatherings. The excitement starts as soon as you arrive, no matter what time of day you visit.
Laser Tag
Step inside our Jurassic-themed laser tag arena for another unforgettable adventure. Walk-in sessions welcome guests of every age, with games accommodating up to 20 participants at a time.
Fast-paced action, teamwork, and friendly competition make every match a favorite activity for birthday parties, family outings, school groups, and corporate events.
Arcade & Redemption
The fun continues in one of the largest arcades on this side of the Jersey Shore. More than 80 games give children, teens, and adults plenty of ways to challenge themselves while earning tickets and winning jackpots through our skill-based variable-ticket system.
Bigger scores earn bigger jackpots, making every visit even more rewarding as guests collect prizes and enjoy nonstop entertainment.
Summer Camps
Our entertainment center gives camp groups an exciting indoor destination regardless of the weather outside. Bowling, laser tag, arcade games, delicious dining, and group activities keep campers engaged throughout the day.
Camp leaders appreciate having multiple attractions in one location, while children enjoy teamwork, movement, and shared experiences with friends.
Why Choose Colonial Bowling & Entertainment?
Every visit to Colonial Bowling & Entertainment includes much more than bowling in Franklin, NJ. We keep our lanes open for casual walk-in play and leagues never occupy the facility.
Guests can also enjoy immersive all-day light and sound shows, our Jurassic-themed laser tag arena, one of the largest arcades on this side of the Jersey Shore, and delicious meals at Doc's Bar & Grill without leaving the building. We accept all major credit cards, Apple Pay, and Android Pay, making every visit quick and convenient from arrival through checkout.
Our private VIP Suite creates an unforgettable setting for birthdays, graduations, corporate gatherings, and milestone celebrations. Four exclusive bowling lanes, a spectacular 10-foot-tall LED video wall, premium audiovisual technology, comfortable gathering spaces, and an in-room bar give your group a private entertainment experience.
Celebrate life's biggest moments with Colonial Bowling & Entertainment and enjoy unforgettable experiences for every generation. Book your event today and start planning a gathering everyone will remember.
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
Families enjoy much more than bowling during one visit. Our entertainment center brings together cosmic bowling, laser tag, arcade games, delicious food at Doc’s Bar & Grill, and welcoming gathering spaces, making it easy for children, teens, and adults to spend quality time together.