Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Premier Bowling Destination in Markham
Markham Bowl has been a family-owned cornerstone of community recreation since 1956. As the longest-running bowling center in Markham, we have maintained a commitment to providing accessible, high-quality entertainment for all ages. Our state-of-the-art facility features certified wooden lanes, modern amenities, and a dedicated team trained to ensure every visit exceeds expectations. With a rich history displayed through memorabilia and youth achievement banners, we blend tradition with innovation.From competitive leagues to casual cosmic bowling nights, our center caters to diverse needs while upholding strict cleanliness and service standards. We specialize in creating memorable experiences through birthday parties, corporate team-building events, and community fundraisers, all supported by our exclusive no-outside-food policy that guarantees fresh, on-site catering options.
Services
5-Pin Bowling
10-Pin Bowling
Cosmic Bowling
Birthday Parties
Corporate Events
Fundraisers
Youth Leagues
Adult Leagues
Snack Bar
Private Parties
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1956 with 25+ consecutive 'Best Bowling Center' awards
- Certified competition lanes meeting ABC and YBC standards
- Diverse leagues for all skill levels including youth, adult, and senior programs
- Exclusive no-outside-food policy ensuring quality catering options
- Community-focused facility hosting 364 days of annual operation
Associations and certifications
- Ontario Bowlers Association
- Youth Bowl Canada
- BPAA
- Bowl Canada
- Club 55
- ABC
Services
5-Pin Bowling
Our 5-pin bowling program introduces children to competitive sports through Youth Bowl Canada-certified leagues. The modified equipment and scoring system create an accessible environment for young bowlers while developing hand-eye coordination and sportsmanship. Certified coaches provide skill development sessions that have helped produce regional champions for over 25 years.
Cosmic Bowling
Experience glow-in-the-dark excitement during our Friday, Saturday, and Sunday cosmic bowling sessions. Blacklights, disco effects, and curated music transform the lanes into a vibrant entertainment space. This family-friendly attraction accommodates groups of all sizes while maintaining the technical integrity of regulation bowling lanes.
Corporate Events
Our corporate team-building packages combine bowling with customized activities that enhance workplace collaboration. Facilities include private party rooms for 10-50 participants, branded scorecards, and drink ticket options. The flexible 1.5-hour format accommodates business groups seeking casual networking opportunities in a controlled environment.
Fundraisers
We support community organizations through three fundraising models: 50/50 parties, Bowl-A-Thons, and lane sales. Our staff coordinates logistics for events ranging from $300 to $25,000+ goals, providing pledge tracking systems and participant management tools that have helped local groups achieve 70%+ funding success rates.
Youth Leagues
Structured youth leagues operate year-round with age-specific divisions from Pee Wee (under 7) to Senior (14-19). The programs emphasize goal-setting, teamwork, and sportsmanship through YBC-certified competitions. Decades of coaching experience ensure proper technique development while maintaining an inclusive environment for all skill levels.
Questions
What are Markham Bowl's operating hours?
We're open Monday-Thursday 10am-10pm, Tuesday 9am-10pm, Friday-Saturday 9am-1am, and Sunday 10am-9pm.
Do you offer birthday party packages?
Yes! We provide themed packages including pizza, hot dogs, or buffet options with party rooms, bowling time, and rental shoes included.
Are outside food and drinks allowed?
No outside food or drinks are permitted except for birthday cakes, fruit trays, or vegetable platters.
What youth programs do you offer?
We have YBC-certified 5-pin leagues and 10-pin leagues for ages 7-19, with divisions from Pee Wee to Senior categories.
Can I rent the entire facility?
Yes, full center rentals are available. Contact us for customized quotes based on your event requirements.
Are the bowling lanes regulation size?
Our lanes meet ABC certification standards for competition and feature traditional wooden surfaces preferred by serious bowlers.
Reviews (5)
Marizza Agyod
Jan 03, 2022
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Came here with my family and the experience was worth it. We had so much fun. The service was friendly and courteous - employees were attentive. The facility and washroom were clean and you can order food (a plus). Overall, tge place was very well maintained. I'd recommend this place to anyone I know.
Alex Lozo Lozowskij
Dec 02, 2021
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Really fun, but wish there was more ten pin lanes. Still really good place would recommend and will be back!
Jodie Liu
Nov 21, 2021
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Not LGBTQ+ friendly. Tried to come here with my girlfriend, were both holding hands as we walk in. The person running the place (not wearing a mask, older white dude btw) looks us up and down for a good 3-5 seconds and giving us a disgusted look. He then says fully booked guys, Im done for the night mind you it was only 5pm, this places closes at 10. And we can CLEARLY see there are multiple lanes open. We just said ok and left, didnt want to support a place that is discriminatory. Just a warning to you guys.
Inbal Leiderman
Sep 27, 2021
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Came here on a Friday night to bowl with some friends. Service was not very friendly, particularly consisting of a manager and some high school kids. We were directed to a lane, and I then realized nobody around us was wearing masks. The manager had also taken off his mask and was talking on the phone with someone, and staff were walking around with masks beneath their chins. Masks are not enforced once you're inside. This is awful, considering you're sharing bowling balls with the people in the lane next to you and you're tightly packed. This place looks run-down, like the son inherited the bowling
Henry C.
Sep 09, 2021
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Called them a week prior for reservations. Confirmed through out the week. Once we got there we were denied access. Terrible communication skills. It seems like they only let in people who they only want in. Avoid
