Bel Mateo Bowl | Bowling, Bar and Bistro

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🎉 KIDS BIRTHDAY PACKAGES

Little Bowlers. BIG Celebrations!

Big smiles, little bowlers, and one unforgettable birthday! Celebrate with bowling, delicious food, and plenty of fun at Bel Mateo Bowl.

🎳 Explore Party Packages 🎉 Request a Party
Kids celebrating a bowling birthday party
🎈 LET'S CELEBRATE!

Every Party Comes With Perks!

Each of our four kids party packages include the following:

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Bowling Balls & Shoes

Ramps and lighter balls available

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Party Host

Helping keep the fun rolling

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Names on Monitors

A birthday shoutout!

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Kid-Friendly Bumpers

Fun for all skill levels

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Birthday Pin & T-Shirt

Special birthday keepsakes

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Free Return-Game Passes

More bowling fun later!

✨ More than just bowling — we're here to make their big day memorable!

🎈 Pick Your Party PACKAGE

Let's Get This Party Rollin'!

Four fun ways to celebrate their special day.

🎳 THE CLASSIC

The Striker

$23 per child · 10-child minimum

1 Hour Bowling + Party Room

  • 1 hour of bowling fun
  • 30 minutes in a private party room
  • Wireless speaker for party-room music
  • Great for a simple birthday celebration!

No food package included.

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⚡ EXTRA LANE TIME

Bonus Bowling Special

$32 per child · 10-child minimum

2 Hours Bowling + Food

  • 2 full hours of bowling
  • Choice of pizza or chicken tenders & fries
  • Unlimited pitchers of select beverages
  • Food served during bowling

No private party room. Food is served approximately 1 hour into bowling.

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🥳 THE FULL CELEBRATION

Outrageously Awesome

$32 per child · 10-child minimum

Bowling + Food + Party Room

  • 1 hour of bowling
  • 1 hour in a private party room
  • Choice of pizza or chicken tenders & fries
  • Unlimited pitchers of select beverages
  • Wireless speaker for party-room music
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🌌 SATURDAY NIGHT GLOW PARTY

Planet Bowl Party

$400 first 2 lanes · $190 each additional lane

Planet Bowling + Food

  • 2 hours of planet bowling
  • Saturday evenings starting at 8:30 PM
  • Black lights, lasers, haze & music
  • HD music videos and glowing lanes
  • Choice of pizza or chicken tenders & fries
  • Unlimited pitchers of select beverages

Minimum 2 lanes. Maximum 6 guests per lane. Food served approximately 30 minutes into bowling.

🌟 Plan This Party
📅 Scheduling Note: The Striker, Bonus Bowling, and Outrageously Awesome packages are unavailable Friday or Saturday after 4:30 PM.
Kids' packages are designed for children. Ask our party coordinator about additional adjacent lanes for adults.
🍕 Fuel the Fun

Party Food Packages

🍕 Pizza Party

One large cheese or pepperoni pizza for every 6 children.

🍗 Chicken Tenders

3 chicken tenders and a small order of fries per child.

🥤 Unlimited Drinks Included!

Soft drinks • Fruit punch • Pink lemonade • Water

✓ Which Packages Include Food?

Bonus Bowling, Outrageously Awesome, and Planet Bowl Party. The Striker does not include food.

🍟 Craving a Little Extra?

Preorder additional favorites from our Bistro menu for your celebration.

Explore Bistro Add-Ons →

Only one food package per party. Bistro add-ons are purchased separately and must be arranged in advance. Availability may vary.

🎁 Level Up the Party

Little Extras. BIG Smiles!

Add a little more magic to the celebration.

🐉 Dragon Ramp

COMPLIMENTARY

Helps kids roll the ball down the lane. Free to use, first come, first served.

🕹️ Arcade Tap Card

$8 / card

Purchase with your party to receive a bonus $10 game credit for our tap-card arcade.

👕 Bel Mateo T-Shirt

$15 / shirt

Additional kids' logo T-shirts in S, M, L and XL. Colors may vary.

🎳 Birthday Bowling Pin

$25 / pin

Additional brand-new birthday bowling pin featuring our Bel Mateo Bowl logo.

🎉 The Little Details

Party Planning Made Easy!

🎂 Let's Talk Cake!

Booked parties are welcome to bring store-bought desserts (cakes, cupcakes, sweets, etc.)

🚫 PLEASE NOTE: WE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE ICE CREAM CAKES OR FROZEN DESSERTS.
🎂 More Cake Details
We'll help with cake setup and cleanup, and provide plates, forks, and napkins. Other outside food and beverages are not permitted.

🏠 Room to Celebrate!

Two private event rooms, just steps from the lanes! Take a peek at where the celebration happens.

📸 View Room Gallery

💌 You're Invited!

Spread the birthday excitement! Download our printable invitations to share with your guests.

💌 Get Invitations

📌 Parents, Please Note!

⏰ Arrive a Little Early

Please have your guests arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled party time.

🎳 Bowling Lane Capacity

We accommodate up to 6 bowlers per lane. Additional lanes may be needed for larger groups.

💳 Deposit & Gratuity

A $50 deposit is required to reserve your party. A 15% gratuity is automatically added.

🎂 Outside Food Policy

Store-bought birthday desserts (except ice cream cakes or any frozen desserts) are welcome with booked kids' birthday packages. Other outside food and beverages are not permitted.

GOOD TO KNOW

Party Questions? We've Got Answers!

All the little details for a stress-free celebration.

View Birthday Party FAQs
How many children can attend?

Our standard birthday packages require a minimum of 10 children.

We accommodate up to 6 bowlers per lane. Planet Bowl Party packages also have a maximum of 6 bowlers per lane.

Can we bring our own cake or food?

Store-bought desserts (cakes, cupcakes, sweets, etc.) are welcomed with a booked kids' birthday package!

NO ICE CREAM CAKES OR FROZEN DESSERTS. We cannot accommodate them.

We provide plates, forks, napkins, and help with cake setup and cleanup!

Other outside food and drinks are not permitted.

Can we bring our own decorations?

Absolutely! You're welcome to bring decorations to personalize your celebration. We just ask that all balloons be securely tied or weighted down and that only painter's tape be used to attach decorations to walls.

We'll take care of the food and beverage setup, including napkins, utensils, paper plates, cups, and tablecloths.

Is a deposit required?

A $50 deposit is required to reserve your party.

A 15% gratuity applies to birthday party packages.

What if we need to cancel?

Please provide at least 7 days' notice for cancellations.

Eligible cancellations receive the $50 deposit as a credit valid for 6 months.

If an emergency comes up, please contact our team to discuss rescheduling.

When should we arrive?

Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled party time.

This gives everyone time to check in, get bowling shoes, and prepare for the fun!

Is there anything else for kids?

Absolutely! We also have an arcade and Dippin' Dots available for additional fun.

Ask about our arcade tap card birthday add-on.

Can adults bowl during the party?

Adults interested in bowling can ask our team about reserving additional lanes.

Additional bowling is subject to lane availability and separate pricing.

Does submitting the form book my party?

Not quite! Submitting the form sends a party availability request.

Our team will contact you to review availability, confirm the details, and finalize your reservation.

🎉 Ready to Celebrate?

Let's Plan Your Party!

Tell us your preferred date, time, and party package. We'll help with the rest!

📝 1. Send Your Request

Share your party details using the form below.

📅 2. We Check Availability

Our team reviews your preferred date and time.

🎳 3. Let's Get You Booked!

We'll contact you to finalize your celebration.

📋 This is an availability request, NOT a confirmed booking.

Our staff will review your request and contact you to discuss availability and complete your reservation. Your party is not confirmed until our team finalizes the booking with you.

👇 Complete the Birthday Party Request Form Below!

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  • Kid's Birthday Party Request Form

    Ready to celebrate? Tell us a little about your birthday plans, and our party team will help you find the perfect date, package, and all the little details to make their big day unforgettable!

  • Step 1: Your Information

  • Step 2: Birthday Information

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  • Step 3: Party Information

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