Analog Fun - 7 Bowling and Skating Spots in Snohomish County
There’s plenty of indoor fun to be had at these modern and historic bowing and roller skating haunts.
In this era of quick dopamine rushes administered by Instagram likes and Facebook posts, it’s always a treat to unplug and kick back how we used to as kids—bowling and roller skating.
Time to lace up those inlines, bowling shoes (or both under one roof!) at these retro-cool spots.
420 N Olympic Ave, Arlington, WA 98223
We’ll start with the most old-school in the bunch. Rocket Alley is home to six lanes with no computer assistance—you’ll have to keep score by hand.
1067 Columbia Ave, Marysville, WA 98270
You can’t miss Strawberry Lanes. Look for the massive neon BOWL sign lighting up the southern stretch of State Ave. Home to cheap bottles of beer, ample lanes, and the smell of alley wax. A true Marysville gem.
3. The Marysville Skate Center
7317 44th Ave NE, Marysville, WA 98270
Much like Strawberry Lanes, everyone who’s grown up in Marysville has visited the Skate Center (formerly the Skate-Inn) at least once. Smooth floors, fried treats, and arcade games. You can even request your own tunes.
5111 Claremont Way, Everett, WA 98203
Like cosmic bowling? Evergreen Lanes is the spot for you with projection screens, a killer sound system, and lots of blacklights. Pop into their retro-cool lounge (complete with Seattle Supersonics relics) and order up some of the best chicken strips and burgers around.
9700 19th Ave SE, Everett, WA 98208
The Everett Skate Deck has been entertaining citizens of Seattle NorthCountry since 1961, and are home to the Jet City Roller Derby club. Pop by for a roll under their LED lighting and disco balls.
6. Glacier Lanes Restaurant & Lounge
9630 Evergreen Way, Everett, WA 98204
Home to Quartermania, the best deal on bowling in Everett. Sunday night from 8:30-11:30 p.m. it’s just 50 cents for shoe and lane rentals as well as food and $1.25 beers. Can’t beat it!
6210 200th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036
Why not combine bowling and skating under one roof? Since the 50s, Lynnwood Bowl & Skate has been doing just that. Down for a late-night session? Enjoy live DJs spinning some tasty breaks as you glide across the floor.