Iconic Allen Park bowling center Thunderbowl Lanes is being acquired by Virginia-based Bowlero Corp., which in addition to owning 350 bowling alleys across the country, owns the Professional Bowlers Association, the major league of bowling.
The all-cash transaction, which includes the eight acres of land upon which the bowling facility sits, is expected to close next month. The amount of cash involved in the transaction was not disclosed.
Built in 1962, Thunderbowl Lanes is the largest bowling center in the United States, spanning more than 98,000 square feet, and features 90 state-of-the-art bowling lanes, banquet and meeting rooms, a sports bar, billiards, and the Greater Detroit Bowling Association Hall of Fame.
The acquisition of Thunderbowl Lanes marks Bowlero’s sixth location in Michigan. The other locations are in Ann Arbor, Battle Creek, Livonia, Roseville, and Royal Oak.
“We are pleased to announce the acquisition of Thunderbowl Lanes,” says Thomas Shannon, founder and CEO of Bowlero. “Thunderbowl’s impressive facilities and prime location near Detroit complement our existing portfolio, furthering our commitment to strategic growth and enhancing the guest experience in new markets. We eagerly anticipate integrating Thunderbowl Lanes into the Bowlero family as we continue our growth trajectory.”
