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Free & Discounted Summer Bowling for the Kids!

mother and son sitting in a bowling lane, highlighting local bowling discounts in hampton roads, virginia

Free or Discounted Bowling for the Kids? Yes Please!

These are great programs to take advantage of, they get the kids out of the house, get them moving and of course having fun with minimal expense. There are a few programs in Hampton Roads that provide FREE or Discounted Summer Bowling for the kids:

Option 1: (FREE)

The dates, times and ages of the kids eligible for this program vary by location but for the participating Hampton Roads locations the eligible ages are 15 and below. Kids Bowl Free does not include shoe rental. There is also an option to purchase a Family Pass for the adults to play too. Register at this link: http://www.kidsbowlfree.com/

Participating Hampton Roads Kids Bowl Free locations:

  • Apex Entertainment Center (March 3 – November 21, 2026) 4621 Columbus Street, Suite 100 Virginia Beach, VA
  • Pinboys Hilltop (April 13 – December 17, 2026) Hilltop, 1577 Laskin Rd. Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Military Base Bowling Centers:

Option 2: (DISCOUNTED)

AMF/Bowlero – The Summer Games Pass is back for 2026 – 2 free games of bowling every day, plus free shoe rental each time you visit. $5 arcade play reloads* per visit and enjoy 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages* all summer. Only one Summer Season Pass can be redeemed per person per day.

Option 3: (MILITARY Promotions)

In addition to the Kids Bowl Free locations, many local military bases have their own free/discounted bowling programs over the summer! Posted promotions/programs will be posted here.

Looking for other ideas for low-cost spring & summer fun? Check out our Seasonal BIG LISTS! and our Your Ultimate Guide to Summer Fun for Kids in Hampton Roads! 
Written by Charlotte Moore

Owner & Founder of MyActiveChild.com | People & Programs Connector | Mom & MilSpouse