For 70 years, Carlisle families have celebrated birthdays, joined leagues, and rolled their first strikes here. Today it’s 28 lanes, duckpin, axe throwing, an arcade, and a patio.
Something for every age, from a toddler’s first roll down the ramp to league night with the grandparents.
From a 10-kid birthday to a full company takeover, we handle the setup, the food, and the cleanup.
Average Joe’s on Wednesdays and 9 Pin No Tap on Thursdays. Every skill level welcome.
Join a LeagueGrab the mic between frames. Drinks at the bar, songs all night.
Music cranked up and bowling until midnight to kick off the weekend.
Pizza, wings, and more from our kitchen, plus a full bar with a new 22 oz draft special every month. Eat lane-side or grab a seat on the patio.
My child attended a kids birthday party today at Midway. Everything ran smoothly. The kids had a great time bowling and loved the pizza and drinks. A fun time all around!Christine Oyler
We loved this place! A very nice bowling alley but what hit me was how friendly the staff was. We will be back for sure!Chad Adams
This was my first time at Midway. The facility is absolutely amazing. Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Absolutely enjoyed everything. You guys are awesome!!Robert Barnett
Bring the whole family, or bring the whole office. Reserve a lane online or tell us about your event.
Carlisle has been bowling at Midway since 1956. Whether it’s a toddler’s first roll down the ramp, a night out with friends, or league night, there’s a lane for you.
Book online in a minute. Lanes aren’t held without a reservation, so reserve ahead for weekends.
Ramps make it easy for the youngest bowlers to roll on their own.
Pizza, wings, and drinks from our kitchen and full bar. See the Menu
Lanes are first come, first served unless reserved, and weekends fill up.
Mon 4–10 PM · Tue–Thu 11 AM–10 PM · Fri–Sat 11 AM–Midnight · Sun 11 AM–10 PM
Average Joe’s on Wednesdays and 9 Pin No Tap on Thursdays. Every skill level welcome.
Join a League
Bowling, pizza, and soft drinks from $18 per bowler, Fridays through Sundays.
Book a Birthday
Team outings and company parties with packages from $15 per person and a private room for up to 50.
See Group PackagesReserve your lane online in a minute, or give us a call and we’ll get you set up.
Coached lanes, lots of game modes, and bragging rights for whoever sticks it first. Bring friends, family, or the whole team.
Fridays & Saturdays, 4–9:30 PM. Book online and an attendant will have your lane ready.
Reserve online for your group. Lanes aren’t held without a reservation.
Everyone signs a waiver, then an attendant walks you through safety and technique.
Choose a game mode and see who can rack up the highest score.
Throwers 18 and under need a parent or guardian with them.
Every thrower signs a liability waiver before stepping up.
Fridays and Saturdays, 4–9:30 PM.
Grab food and drinks from the bar, then bowl a few frames. See the Menu
Private lanes with a dedicated instructor, pizza, and soft drinks. A teen birthday favorite, $120 per lane.
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Mix axe throwing with bowling and duckpin in group packages from $15 per person.
See Group PackagesReserve your lane online, or give us a call and we’ll get you set up.
Smaller balls and shorter pins make duckpin easy for everyone to pick up, from little kids to grandparents. It’s bowling with a twist, on four lanes of its own.
Duckpin is played on a bowling lane with a smaller ball and short, squat pins called duckpins. It’s casual, quick to learn, and a lot of laughs.
The balls are light enough for the youngest bowlers to roll on their own.
No experience needed. Most people get the hang of it in a frame or two.
A fun change of pace for parties, team outings, and family nights.
Book online. Lanes aren’t held without a reservation, so reserve ahead for weekends.
Duckpin is a great first bowling game for little ones.
Up to 6 bowlers per lane. Book more lanes for more people.
Weekends fill up, and lanes aren’t held without a reservation.
Mon 4–10 PM · Tue–Thu 11 AM–10 PM · Fri–Sat 11 AM–Midnight · Sun 11 AM–10 PM
Duckpin, bowling, and axe throwing parties, with pizza and drinks included.
See Party Packages
Mix duckpin with bowling and axe throwing in packages from $15 per person.
See Group Packages
Reserve a duckpin lane online, or give us a call and we’ll get you set up.
The Sparetime Lounge has been pouring at Midway since 1991. Grab a cold draft at the bar, order something from the kitchen, or head out to the fire pits on the patio.
A full bar, a kitchen serving pizza, wings, nachos, and more, and a new 22 oz draft special every month. Eat at the bar, at your lane, or out on the patio.
Excludes doubles, buckets, talls, pitchers & top shelf.
Fire pits, Adirondack chairs, and plenty of room to spread out. Grab a drink, pull up by the fire, and challenge your crew to a game.
Half off everything behind the bar.
Hosted by Cheaters Never Prosper. Bring a team.
Grab the mic between frames.
Music up and bowling until midnight.
Stop in for a drink, or host your next get-together on the patio.
Bowling, axe throwing, duckpin, an arcade, and the Sparetime Lounge and patio, all under one roof on Holly Pike. Pick one, or try them all in a single visit.
From a toddler’s first roll to a full-blown axe tournament, there’s something for every age.
28 LanesOpen bowling for the whole family, Rock & Bowl on Friday nights, and leagues for every skill level.
CoachedAn attendant gets you started, then pick a game mode and battle for the bullseye.
All AgesSmaller balls and shorter pins make it easy for everyone, especially little bowlers.
Win PrizesClassic and modern games and prizes for every age. Swing by before or after you bowl.
Since 1991The Sparetime Lounge, a full bar and kitchen, and a patio with fire pits and games.
Bringing a team, a class, or a big family? Combine activities in one easy per-person package.
One activity of your choice.
Any two hours, like bowling plus axe throwing.
The full experience with all three activities.
Book online, or give us a call and we’ll help you plan your visit.
Unlimited bowling on weekdays, free shoes anytime, and no contracts. The easiest way to make Midway a regular thing.
Sign up online in a couple of minutes. It renews monthly until you cancel.
Use the member reservation link to book your time. Members can reserve 1 hour a day.
Show up, grab your free shoes, and bowl as many games as you like in your hour.
Join today and start bowling this week.
From 10 guests to a full company takeover, we build the event around you, with 28 lanes, duckpin, axe throwing, an arcade, a full bar, and a patio.
Tell us the occasion and we’ll handle the details.
All Ages
Work Hard, Play HardHappy hours, holiday parties, and client nights with a private event room.
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Better TogetherBowling, duckpin, and axe throwing tournaments your team will actually talk about.
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Send-Offs Done RightFood, drinks, and a relaxed space for stories, toasts, and one last strike.
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Cap & Gown OptionalSkip hosting at the house. We handle food, fun, and space for everyone.
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Give Back & BowlBowl-a-thons and fundraiser nights that are easy to run and fun to attend.
Start Your InquiryEvery package includes equipment, shoe rental, a safety briefing, and a dedicated coordinator.
One activity of your choice: bowling, axe throwing, or duckpin.
Mix or match any two hours, like bowling plus axe throwing.
The full experience with any combo of all three activities.
From $18 per person
$150, up to 50 guests
$5 per person
20-guest minimum for packages
Pizzas, wings, taco bar, mac & cheese, dessert trays, and more, in three catering tiers from $18 to $28 per person. Fountain drinks are included with every package, and the full bar is open for adults.
Fire pits, cornhole, cold drinks, and room to spread out. Rent the patio for your own private party, or pair it with lanes inside for the full Midway experience.
Ask About Patio RentalShare a few details and our events team will get back to you with options and pricing.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (717) 995-8673
My child attended a kids birthday party today at Midway. Everything ran smoothly. The kids had a great time bowling and loved the pizza and drinks. A fun time all around!Christine Oyler
This was my first time at Midway. The facility is absolutely amazing. Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Absolutely enjoyed everything. You guys are awesome!!Daniel Martin
We loved this place! A very nice bowling alley but what hit me was how friendly the staff was. We will be back for sure!Chad Adams
Tell us what you’re celebrating and we’ll handle the rest.
Lanes, pizza, arcade, and a crew that handles the whole thing. You bring the cake. We’ll bring the fun.
Fridays–Sundays · 2 hours · 10-bowler minimum · one lane per 6 bowlers. Count the birthday star and everyone who’s bowling.
A classic duckpin party for the little ones, or private axe-throwing lanes with a coach for the teens.
Small balls, short pins, big laughs, and light enough for the youngest guests to roll on their own. 2 hours of duckpin + shoes, 2 slices of cheese pizza per guest, and unlimited soft drinks.
Book a Duckpin Bash
1.5 hours of private lane time with a dedicated instructor, safety briefing and coaching, 1 large cheese pizza, and unlimited soft drinks. Every thrower signs a waiver, and guests under 18 need a parent or guardian signature.
Book an Axe PartyMix any of these into your package. Tell us 3 days ahead so we have it ready.
Bringing a cake? That’s always welcome, with no charge and no fuss.
A non-refundable 50% deposit holds your date. Book at least 1 week ahead, or 2 weeks for All-Star and MVP.
Your guest count is needed at booking. You’re billed for your booked count or actual attendance, whichever is higher.
Packages above are weekend parties (Fri–Sun). Ask us about a weekday date and we’ll put something together.
Bring your own cake or cupcakes. No other outside food or drink, please.
21+ drinks are available for adults and served by Midway staff only.
Gratuity for your party host is not included.
Pick the package that fits and reserve your lanes online.
Serious or just here for a good time, there’s a lane for you. Teams of friends, coworkers, and total strangers welcome. Sign up solo and we’ll find you a spot.
Sanctioned leagues for competitive bowlers, and fun leagues for everyone else.
Any combination of 3-person teams. Designed for serious bowlers who want real competition every week.
4-person teams built for casual bowlers of all skill levels. Roll three strikes in a row and spin the prize wheel.
Knock down 9 and it counts as a strike, so everyone scores big. 4-person teams, a 12-week season, and the top score of the night wins a $20 gift card.
Wrap up the weekend on the lanes. A sanctioned league of 4-person teams, open to bowlers of every skill level.
Fill out the league form and we’ll get you on a team. Signing up solo? No problem, we’ll find you a spot.
Questions? Email contact@midwaybowl.com
Join a team, meet some new friends, and bowl every week.
Trivia, music bingo, karaoke, live bands, Rock & Bowl, and holiday parties. Tap any event for the details.
Hosted by Cheaters Never Prosper.
Name that tune and fill your card.
Grab the mic between frames.
Music up and bowling until midnight.
Reserve a lane before the show, or plan your own party with us.
We’ve been part of Carlisle since 1956, and our crew is a big part of why guests keep coming back. Interested in working with us? We’d love to hear from you.
Complete the application and we’ll be in contact with you soon.
Questions? Email contact@midwaybowl.com
Midway has been part of the Carlisle community for 70 years. If your school, team, or nonprofit is hosting a fundraiser, tell us about it below.
We review every request we receive. Please submit yours well ahead of your event so we have time to respond.
Midway opened in 1956 and has been in the Mowery family for three generations. The whole time, it’s been Carlisle’s place for family fun.
Midway has been in the Mowery family since the day it opened. Dan Mowery’s grandfather started it to give Carlisle a place for family fun, and that’s still the whole idea.
Dan plans to keep doing what his grandfather started: creating family fun. Come make some memories of your own.
