Looking for a way to keep the kids active and entertained this summer without breaking the bank? The Kids Bowl Free program might be your new favorite family outing. Offered at participating bowling centers across the country — including many in the Seattle area — this program gives children the chance to bowl two free games every day, all summer long.
How it works
The Kids Bowl Free program is simple. Parents register their children (ages 2–15, though age limits vary by location) on the Kids Bowl Free website. After registering, you’ll receive weekly digital coupons that can be used at your participating local bowling center. Each registered child can bowl two free games daily- just enough time to practice hitting those strikes and spares.
Participating bowling centers set their own dates for the program, but most run from late spring through the end of summer. Shoe rental isn’t always included, so check your local center’s policies. Rental costs vary.
Cities with participating bowling alleys include Federal Way (Secoma Lanes), Kenmore (Kenmore Lanes), Lynnwood (Lynnwood Bowl and Skate), Mill Creek (Arena Sports FEC), Seattle (Roxbury Lanes), and Tacoma (Tower Lanes). For a complete list of bowling alleys in the area, see our article about kid-friendly places to go bowling.
Family passes and about the program
The program isn’t just for kids—parents and older siblings can join in on the fun, too! Families can purchase a Family Pass for a small fee, allowing adults to bowl alongside their kids.
Since 2007, the program has partnered with bowling centers across the US, Canada, and even at US military bases worldwide, providing kids the chance to bowl two free games every day throughout the summer, at no cost to parents. The goal is simple: to give families an affordable, enjoyable activity that encourages kids to move, play, and make memories together.
Rain or shine, the bowling alley is a great way for families to spend quality time together, help kids make new friends, and enjoy friendly competition without worrying about expenses. Spots fill up quickly, so register early.
