King Pin Lanes

Springfield, IL

Tonight we bowl.

36 lanes, birthday celebrations, leagues, the kind of fries you remember. Open late, kid-loud Saturdays and family fun daily.

4.4 on Google · 643+ reviews

36Lanes
4.4Google Rating
643Reviews
6Days a Week

Under one roof

Everything under one roof

Bowling's just the start — pro shop, bar, parties and more, all in one place.

A clean wide-angle view of the bowling lanes at King Pin Lanes featuring teal accents and tournament branding.

Bowling

Food service

Food service

A long wooden service counter in a bowling center bar area with a lit sign that says Order.

Bar & lounge

Birthday packages

Birthday packages

A busy concourse area at King Pin Lanes with people gathered at tables and counters overlooking the bowling lanes.

Corporate events

A retail counter in a bowling pro shop featuring displays of bowling balls and bags.

Pro Shop

Full service pro-shop

A long row of colorful bowling balls stored on a metal rack beneath a wooden counter.

Shoe rental

A long row of colorful bowling balls stored on a metal rack beneath a wooden counter.

Ball rental

The Party Deal

Book the lane

Parties, sorted.

Planning a celebration or corporate event? Our versatile event space is perfect for birthday parties, graduation celebrations, reunions, and team outings.

Call to book · (217) 544-0838 Ask for the party sheet at the desk

Party packages

  • Kids Birthday

    Kids Birthday · $Contact us for details

  • Group Rentals

    Group Rentals · $Contact us for details

After hours

Bar & lounge

The King Pin Diner snack bar with menu boards, a soda fountain, and a view into the kitchen.
The King Pin Diner offers a variety of snacks, meals, and beverages for guests. Whether you are looking for a quick appetizer or a full meal, the snack bar is conveniently located near the lanes.
A tiered display of various bottled and canned alcoholic beverages on a wooden counter with the text GET YOUR DRINK ON.
Enjoy a wide selection of refreshing beers, seltzers, and hard lemonades at our bar during your next visit.
A polished wooden shuffleboard table and an electronic dartboard in a well-lit recreation area.
Enjoy some friendly competition away from the lanes with our shuffleboard and electronic dart boards.
A wooden bar counter with a bowling pin logo and seating area in a bowling center lounge.
Take a break between games at our bar and lounge. The custom wood counter and full selection of beverages make it a perfect spot to gather with friends.
A wooden service counter and bar area with a teal marquee sign reading ORDER.
Our full-service bar and snack counter offers a variety of refreshments to keep you fueled during your visit. Enjoy a cold drink and a quick bite in a comfortable atmosphere between games.
A long wooden bar with black stools and overhead televisions in a bowling center lounge area.
Enjoy a refreshing drink and catch the game at our full-service bar during your next visit.

From the grill

Fries, pizza, beer.

House kitchen, open until thirty minutes before close.

The word on the lanes

What folks say.

Real regulars, real league nights, real birthday chaos. Here's how it goes over.

4.4 Google
Lynell L. ★★★★★
It's been a long time since I've been to these lanes. They have made significant improvements since the days of old. I did not eat here, but I hear the food is really good. As for bowling, the lanes were nice and oiled, but not too much. Also, I was in the market for a spare ball, and Brian in the Pro Shop was very pro...

Lynell L. Yelp, Apr '25

★★★★★
I've been a league bowler at King Pin for the past 13 years. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere is wonderful and is always a good time. The owners greet you by name when you walk in and is always willing to help when needed. If you're looking for a league center to join, King Pin is top notch. Or,...

Cody C. Yelp, Mar '25

Jim W. ★★★★★
What a GREAT bowling alley. Immaculate, good food and even better service. A Springfield treasure

Jim W. Yelp, Feb '23

Ryan K. ★★★★★
I have fond memories of coming here as a kid in the '90s. I'm still not all that great at the sport, but everyone is nice and I like the atmosphere better than the other active alley in Springfield. Leagues fill this place up regularly, probably for a reason. The music isn't too loud, there are a lot of lanes, the food...

Ryan K. Google, Dec '22

Ashley F. ★★★★★
Joe was very friendly at the shoe rental counter! We let him know it was our first time there and had come from out of town It was clean, big. Only wish the ball hadn't kept getting stuck but otherwise had lots of fun.

Ashley F. Google, Apr '21

Shannon J. ★★★★★
Went to the bowling alley on the west side and they charged almost $40 for two games a person and shoes. This place was cheap and clean. They have cheap food also.

Shannon J. Yelp, Jun '17

The scene

The gallery.

Cosmic nights, strike faces, redemption hauls and date-night fries. Tap any shot to blow it up.

Find us

Come see us.

Behind the diner with the yellow sign. Free parking, free wifi, never a cover.

Address

3115 East Sangamon Avenue
Springfield, IL 62702

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Hours

  • Mon10 AM – 10 PM
  • Tue10 AM – 10 PM
  • Wed10 AM – 10 PM
  • Thu10 AM – 10 PM
  • Fri10 AM – 10 PM
  • Sat10 AM – 10 PM
  • SunClosed

Contact

Lane phone (217) 544-0838