Wide view of numerous bowling lanes with blue wave graphics and overhead monitors at Highland Lanes in Austin.

Austin, TX

Tonight we bowl.

Bowling, parties, arcade, grill with fries worth the trip. Open late, family friendly weekends, competitive leagues for the serious rollers.

4.3 on Google · 1,511+ reviews

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4.3Google Rating
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7Days a Week

Around the center

What's on

Pick a night. We've got a deal for almost any one — and almost any size of human.

A wide view of many bowling lanes under blue glow lighting with an Austin-themed mural on the back wall.

Sunday Morning Claim a Lane

Every Sunday morning, bowl all you can from 9:30 am to noon for $25 per lane, including shoe rental. Maximum of eight guests per lane.

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Super Bowling Sunday

Every Sunday from 8:30 pm to midnight, enjoy unlimited bowling and shoe rental for $15.00 per person.

Under one roof

Everything under one roof

Bowling's just the start — arcade, birthday parties, leagues, bar, and more, all in one place.

Wide view of numerous bowling lanes with blue wave graphics and overhead monitors at Highland Lanes in Austin.

Bowling

The center offers lanes for recreational play at rates of $27–$42 per hour depending on day and time, with shoe rental at $4.25. Lanes are kept clean and feature Brunswick 2000 ball returns, polished...

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Lane Availability

Evening & weekend availability Monday after 8:30 pm Wednesday after 8:30 pm Friday after 8:30 pm Saturday all day/evening Sunday 9:30 am to 5 pm Sunday after 8:30 pm

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Bar & lounge

The Highland Lodge Lounge offers a full bar with an emphasis on beer selection—reviewers specifically mention strong IPA options and note the bar as a social hub. The lounge is integrated into the mai...

A cheeseburger with melted cheese and jalapeños served with a side of seasoned french fries.

Food service

Lebowski's Grill operates on-site and serves classic bowling-alley fare including signature cheeseburgers with jalapeños, chicken sandwiches, seasoned fries, and a selection of beer and soft drinks. F...

League play

League play

The center offers diverse league formats year-round: Mixed Leagues (Mixed Nuts, Sunday Drives), Women's Leagues (Alley Angels), Senior Leagues (Treasure Chest, Prime Timers), and Youth Leagues (Bumper...

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Youth programs

Youth programs include age-tiered summer leagues: Bumper Buddies (6 and under), Pushovers (11 and under), and Odds and Ends (12–17), plus the Small and Tall youth-adult scholarship league, which pairs...

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Bumper lanes

Highland Lanes provides bumper-lane bowling to keep balls out of gutters and maximize enjoyment for young bowlers and those with mobility considerations. Bumpers are deployed automatically and include...

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Birthday packages

Highland Lanes offers three standard birthday packages tailored for different group sizes, or can customize options to fit specific needs. All packages include two hours of bowling, shoe rental, and b...

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Corporate events

The center offers dedicated group-event planning with access to all 40 lanes, automatic scoring, the Highland Lodge Lounge, Lebowski's Grill, an arcade room, and bumper bowling for younger attendees....

A well-stocked bowling pro shop with rows of colorful bowling balls, bags, and accessories on display.

Pro shop

The pro shop is staffed by knowledgeable personnel (notably Gary) who assist with equipment selection and fitting. The shop stocks a wide range of high-performance bowling balls, professional bowling...

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Automatic scoring

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Book the party

Parties, sorted.

Party packages

  • Kingpin Package · $23.50

    Available Friday after 5:00 pm, Saturday, Sunday or any holiday. Includes two hours of bowling and shoe rental.

  • Strike Package · $18.50

    Available during weekday afternoon and evening times based on lane availability. Includes two hours of bowling and shoe rental.

  • Spare Package · $15

    Available Monday through Friday anytime between 10:00 am to 2:30 pm based on lane availability. Includes two hours of bowling and shoe rental.

  • Lebowski's Grill Food Options

    Food options available for an additional fee including 'The Dude' Burger or Chicken Sandwich meals served with fries and a soft drink or tea. Contact Lebowski's Grill for pricing or custom menu.

  • Birthday Parties

    Take your birthday bowling. Let us host your next big event.

  • Company / Group Events

    Group events and corporate outings at Highland Lanes.

  • Group Pricing

    Dedicated group pricing for organizations and large gatherings looking for an authentic, classic bowling experience in Austin.

Sign up weekly

Highland leagues.

Every league is open-team — no need to bring a roster. We'll fit you with a squad on week one.

  • Monday 9:50 AM Treasure Chest (senior league, ages 50 and over)
  • Monday 5:45 PM Fun Bunch
  • Monday 6:00 PM Mixed Classic Trio
  • Monday 8:30 PM Mixed Nuts
  • Tuesday 12:00 PM Lunch Bunch
  • Tuesday 5:45 PM Sunsetters Mixed
  • Tuesday 5:45 PM Alibi
  • Tuesday 8:30 PM Austin Pride
  • Tuesday 8:40 PM TNBA Fall Mixed
  • Wednesday 5:50 PM Wednesday Early Mixed
  • Wednesday 8:30 PM Classic Wild Bunch
  • Thursday 9:05 AM Thursday Ladies Foursome
  • Thursday 11:50 AM Prime Timers (senior league, ages 50 and over)
  • Thursday 5:45 PM Thursday Mixed Up
  • Thursday 8:40 PM Stress Busters
  • Friday 6:00 PM Friday Mixers
  • Saturday 9:30 AM Bumper Buddies (ages 6 and under)
  • Saturday 9:30 AM Pushovers (ages 7 through 11)
  • Saturday 9:30 AM Inbetweeners (ages 12 through 17)
  • Saturday 9:30 AM Kingpin Classic (ages 12 through 17-earn scholarships)
  • Sunday 6:00 PM Sunday Drivers

After hours

Bar & lounge

The Highland Lodge Lounge offers a full bar with beer and cocktails, featuring a good selection of IPAs and other beverages.

An indoor view of Highland Lanes featuring a dining area, a lounge counter, and bowling lanes with a Texas mural.
Experience the classic Austin vibe with spacious seating, a full-service lounge, and plenty of lanes for everyone to enjoy.
Assorted chilled beer bottles and cans on a metal tray on a wooden bar counter.
Relax with a selection of ice-cold domestic beers at our bar after your game. Our lounge offers a variety of refreshment options for your group.
A server carries a tray of colorful iced cocktails garnished with fruit in a warm, social bar setting.
Take a break from the lanes and enjoy our selection of handcrafted cocktails. Our lounge offers the perfect atmosphere for socializing with friends or hosting your next corporate gathering.
Seasoned french fries in a red basket next to a pint of beer on a wooden table.
Enjoy seasoned hand-cut fries and a refreshing cold beer at our snack bar. Our pub-style favorites are the perfect accompaniment to a day on the lanes.
Appetizing close up of a side of Jalepeno Poppers on a small plate.  Has a pint of beer in the background.
Enjoy our crispy jalapeño poppers filled with melty cheese, the perfect snack to share with friends. Pair them with a cold beverage from our full-service bar.
appetizing close up of a side of Fried Raviolis on a small plate.  Put a pint of beer in the background.
Enjoy our crispy fried ravioli paired with a cold beverage from the bar. These savory bites are the perfect snack between frames or a great start to your meal.

From the grill

Fries, pizza, beer.

House kitchen, open until thirty minutes before close. Order from any lane phone, no app required.

Fair & simple

Pricing

Honest pricing — no service charge, no surprise lane fees, no app to download. Just roll in.

Monday - Friday (before 5 pm)$27 per hour, per lane
Monday - Thursday (after 5 pm)$36 per hour, per lane
Weekends, Friday (after 5 pm) through Sunday at closing$42 per hour, per lane
Shoe Rental$4.25 per pair

The word on the lanes

What folks say.

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

4.3 Google
★★★★★
One of the ONLY non-bowlero corpo-owned alleys left! Last I was there, they still had real pins being reset by proper machines, not string junk like bowlero's money-grab, surveillance-pricing, screw the customer, horror shows. I miss Dart Bowl, but thank the gods we still have Highland Lanes with NO TEEVEES over the...

Captain C. Yelp, Aug '26

Sabrina L. ★★★★★
We came in from Houston and wanted to bowl while out of town. We found Highland lanes and it was such GREAT time! Antoine played my favorite music which made me bowl better and enjoy the experience a lot more!!! Flor was the best server at the bar. The Proshop was very helpful in assisting in shoes We definitely will...

Sabrina L. Google, May '26

Kat C. ★★★★★
Went to Highland Lanes for a work event. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Prices are reasonable. Place is very clean. The place was packed. Everyone seems to be having a good time. From bowling league to people there for a good time bowling. Worth checking out.

Kat C. Yelp, May '26

Lorri B. ★★★★★
The classic bowling alley experience! The staff are friendly and helpful, prices are reasonable, and the Sunday morning and Sunday night specials are the best deals. The Thursday league (Stress Busters) is lighthearted, fun, and a good way to start bowling in a league that's not too serious. The teams encourage each o...

Lorri B. Google, May '26

Mike S. ★★★★★
Classic bowling alley atmosphere, nice Lanes, go see gary in the pro shop, he'll get you set up.

Mike S. Google, Apr '26

Mark K. ★★★★★
Had a great time. Place was super busy but in a good way. Had a dirty table to set my stuff up but Brian came over and cleaned everything up immediately without being asked. Much appreciated the assistance and making my visit a good one.

Mark K. Google, Mar '26

The scene

The gallery.

Glow nights, strike faces, cold drinks 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

8909 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78757

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Hours

  • Mon9:30 AM – 12 AM
  • Tue9:30 AM – 12 AM
  • Wed9:30 AM – 12 AM
  • Thu9:30 AM – 12 AM
  • Fri9:30 AM – 1 AM
  • Sat9:30 AM – 1 AM
  • Sun9:30 AM – 12 AM

Contact

Lane phone (512) 458-1215

Email sue.barry@highlandlanes.com