At Mid County Lanes, the safety and well-being of our guests and employees is our top priority.
In an effort to keep everyone safe from COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and limit its spread, we will be closed for at least two weeks starting today, March 16, 2020. We will continue to keep you updated as things progress. You can check back here on our website or social media channels for updates. Thank you for your continued support and we hope to see you soon!
If you want to give your kid a birthday to remember, you’ve come to the right place. Here at Mid County Lanes and Entertainment, we throw some of the best birthday parties in Middletown, and we know how to let the good times roll.
Check out some of the coolest kids birthday party themes for 2020, and explore our site to find out more about our attractions for your future events.
No party is complete without a theme! Whether you go hard or just keep it in the back of your mind, a theme helps you create a fun and festive vibe for your party.
If you bowl regularly, you’ve probably seen other bowlers warming up, and hopefully you do too! While your warm up is an easy step to skip, you really should make time for it if you want to bowl your best and minimize your chance of injury. Keep reading to learn some great bowling warm up stretches, and make sure you use them next time you bowl at Mid County Lanes!
Are you wondering why you need to warm up for bowling? After all, it’s not like you’re running a marathon or quarterbacking a football game. Well, while bowling may not be the most strenuous sport out there, it is still a whole body sport that requires coordination, strength, and skill.
Swinging your arm around while holding a heavy ball is a great way to pull a muscle if you aren’t properly warmed up, so you should always do at least a few of these stretches before you start a game. Stretching literally warms up your muscles, preparing them for action and reducing the chance of a sprain or strain, and it can help you avoid repetitive strain injuries from doing the same motion over and over.
While these bowling stretches are a great way to warm up, remember that they can also help you stay limber during a game. And remember never to stretch just one side of your body; always maintain symmetry by stretching both.
Ready to put your newfound knowledge to work? Visit our Middletown bowling alley for Sunday Morning Practice, or join one of our bowling leagues and let the good times roll.
Arcades used to be widespread, and if you were born before the 1990s, you probably have fond memories of wasting many an afternoon (and many, many quarters) trying to beat your favorite games at the local arcade. As the cultural relevance of the shopping mall declined and the availability of at-home video games skyrocketed, arcades all over the country closed.
Today, you may not be able to find an arcade in your local mall, but you don’t have to resign yourself to a joyless existence devoid of the classic arcade games that made our youths so fun. Just come to Mid County Lanes and Entertainment to feel like a kid again at our Middleton arcade!
What are your favorite classic arcade games? We have an array of classic and new games, but these are some of the timeless classics we can’t get enough of.
Who would think that a simple puck and handheld strikers could incite such fierce competition?! Air hockey is an arcade classic for a reason, and it’s easy to see why once you play a game. Guarding your “goal” and trying to score on your competition will get your adrenaline pumping, and the super-low-friction surface created by the air cushioning the puck leads to a fast-paced game that is anything but boring.
Everyone knows this game, in which players toss lightweight, palm-sized balls down an alley and over a hump to send the ball into one of several rings, each with its own point value. A little bit like bowling, a little bit of test-your-luck carnival game, and a whole lot of fun, skee-ball is one of those games you’ll want to play over and over again until you master it.
Driving games are a staple of any arcade worth its salt, and here at Mid County Lanes and Entertainment, we’ve got you covered with some classic racing games that will satisfy your need for speed.
How many shots can you sink before the buzzer? This arcade take on basketball is fast-paced and fun, whether or not you’re a baller. Challenge a buddy for an added element of competition.
The allure of a claw machine prize is hard to beat. While the prizes are cool, it’s the sense of satisfaction from beating the game that will make you treasure anything you manage to lift into the prize chute! Try your hand (or rather, claw) at our giant claw machine full of huge stuffed animals, or one of our smaller machines with fun prizes like plushies, rubber duckies, and more.
Whether you’re looking for a unique date night with your special someone, a cool place for a birthday party, or you want to introduce your kids to favorite games from your youth, our Middleton arcade is the place to go. Come on in and enjoy some friendly competition!
2019 has come and is almost gone. We are getting ready to begin a new decade. 20 years into the new millennium, but we still don’t have flying cars or teleportation. Although, we do have cars that drive themselves and mini hovercrafts (aka drones).
Here are some of our favorite inventions that have come about in 2019:
You can check out the 100 Best Inventions of 2019 from Time Magazine here.
While we are on the topic of 2019, here are some of our favorite moments from 2019:
You can check out some more exciting stories and highlights from 2019 courtesy of The New York Times here.
Innovations aside, it’s been an amazing year at Mid County Lanes. To thank you for making 2019 unforgettable, we’re giving our loyal customers a little holiday present. We will be hosting a New Year’s Eve Blast Off Party and we would love to see you there!
There are two types of people: the people that always have extravagant plans for New Years and the ones that never have plans for the holiday until the last minute. If you already have New Year’s Eve plans, then stop in early and join our family celebration from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Want to ring in the year with an awesome time? We have our Rock ‘n’ Late Night party from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. Both events will have a buffet and champagne toast. The bar will be open for the entire party. Additionally, each guest will receive a gift card for a free game of bowling or laser tag. You can call ahead to reserve a lane for either party. The price per lane includes lane reservation, shoe rental, glow bowling, music, party favors, and more.
Whether you are the family that lounges around or the family that typically travels, try something new and come celebrate with us. We promise it will be a fun and safe environment that everyone will remember for years to come. Spots are filling up fast, so make sure to contact us at 302-378-0677 to make your reservation now.
We hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday season!
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and you know what that means—holiday party season is on! If you’re thinking about throwing a holiday party in Middletown this year, Mid County Lanes is the perfect venue to host your holly jolly event. Read on to learn why you should host a holiday bowling party for your friends.
Let’s face it, the holidays are a hectic time for most people. November and December calendars are usually packed full of family, church, social, and community obligations, so scheduling conflicts abound.
If you want a good turnout to your party, well, first of all you should book now! Get those invitations out as soon as possible so people can save the date. However, it’s also important to plan a party that will stand out from the rest. A bowling party is perfect because it’s a little bit out of the norm, and a welcome break from the run-of-the-mill holiday parties we’ve all been to year after year.
Hosting a holiday party can be a lot of work—or it can be as easy as (pumpkin) pie! At Mid County Lanes, our party packages take the stress out of event planning, so you can actually relax and enjoy the celebration!
… But do you really want a bunch of people crowding into your house? Even seemingly small get-togethers can end up being a lot of work for the host, as people inevitably track in mud or snow, not to mention the crumbs you’ll be vacuuming out of your couch later or the wine stain no one thought to mention to you.
Our bowling facility is a great alternative, as we can accomodate groups large and small. Standard parties get 45 minutes in a private party room, or ask us about private event rentals.
The key to any great party is entertainment. It doesn’t matter how good the food or the music is if everyone is bored! Bowling parties provide built-in fun, with a little friendly competition on the side. But there’s a lot more to Mid County Lanes than just bowling. If you opt for our bowling/arcade party package, your guests can also enjoy our other attractions, including Laser Tag, Bumper Cars, Ball-o-City, and Frog Hopper.
Ready to host the best holiday party of the year? Contact us to make a reservation, and check out these ideas to make your party even better:
Fall and winter birthday parties can be a bit of a challenge. If the birthday falls during the holidays, scheduling can be tricky, as it’s one of the most socially busy times of the year for many people, who may be traveling or hosting out of town guests. It’s also cold and dreary outside, so your basic backyard or neighborhood park parties are out. What’s a parent to do?
Don’t panic, you’re in good hands! Here at Mid County Lanes, we make birthday parties super easy for parents and fun for everyone. Read on to see some ideas for fall and winter birthday parties that kids love.
First and foremost, choose an indoor party venue. Next, opt for a place with built-in entertainment. There’s no need to scour the internet for game ideas or entertain all of the kids’ parents while simultaneously serving cake if you hold your party somewhere fun and exciting.
Remember to send party invitations 3-5 weeks before the party so there’s a better chance that people will be able to come. And hey, it’s almost 2020—why not opt for an evite while you’re at it?
Bowling birthday parties are great for kids of all ages. We have bumpers and ramps to help little ones enjoy the game, and most kids over 6 can play without them. Tweens and teens will love a cosmic bowling party, and you can even add an adult lane onto any party so the parents can get in on the fun (and out of their teens’ hair).
Our bowling parties include 2 hours of bowling with shoe rental for up to 8 (including the birthday person), as well as food, tableware, 45 minutes in a private party room, a party coordinator to keep things rolling, and a bowling pin drink cup for the birthday child.
Laser tag birthday parties are especially popular with middle and high school kids, and who can blame them? Laser tag is fun, fast-paced, and competitive, perfect for a kid who wants an action-packed party. If you opt for our arcade party package, your party of 8 (including birthday kid) can enjoy 2 hours of attractions, including laser tag, bumper cars, Frog Hopper, and Ball-o-City!
Just can’t choose between bowling and our other attractions? No worries, we’ve got a party package for that! With our Bowling/Arcade party, your group gets 1 hour of bowling and 1 hour of everything else.
Whatever you choose for your kid’s winter birthday party, you can’t go wrong with something fun, active, and indoors. Give us a call at 302-378-0677 to make your party reservation, or come visit us in person at 875 North Broad Street in Middletown, Delaware!
The leaves are falling, there’s a pumpkin on almost every porch, and you’ve broken out your coziest sweaters and scarves. It’s that time again—autumn in Delaware! If you’re looking for some family-friendly fall events in Middletown, you’re in luck. Read on to see some of the fun things to do with your family and friends this month in New Castle County.
Join some furry friends for a fundraiser event to raise money for two local animal rescues, Tanner’s Endless Love and Daawgs Rescues. For $10 admission, guests can enjoy games and activities, receive a goody bag, and enter to win one of the amazing raffle prizes. There will also be food trucks on site with food and drinks available for purchase.
What could be more autumnal than cozying up to a toasty fire? Come hang out by the fire pit at The Nest for s’mores, warm drinks, and even warmer conversation.
Whether you’re planning a family fun night with your kids, a double date with friends, or a siblings-only night out, Cosmic Bowling at Mid County Lanes is a surefire hit and a great way to get out of the cold and still have some active fun! Join us from 7 pm to 9 pm for Early Bird pricing of just $30 per lane per hour. Regular price is $35 per lane per hour from 9 pm to midnight. Throw a strike with the bright pin as the head pin and win a chance to spin our prize wheel!
Please note, we allow a maximum 5 bowlers per lane. Don’t forget to bring socks, and remember, shoe rental is not included in the lane price.
Lace up your running shoes and get ready to burn off some calories on the Saturday before Thanksgiving! The Turkey Trot features a USATF Certified course of rolling hills in a residential neighborhood. 10k runners will run the course twice. The first 800 registered participants will receive long sleeve t-shirts, there will also be post-race refreshments and a raffle. This event not only promises to be fun, but also benefits a great cause! The funds raised through the event will go to the James F. Hall Scholarship Fund, which provides tuition assistance to youth who would otherwise be unable to participate in Newark Parks and Recreation Department programs. There will also be a coat drive to benefit local people in need.
So you’re planning a company outing. Whether you’re in charge of planning an event for your team, department, or even the whole company, this is one task you want to knock out of the park. When done right, team building events can have a powerful impact on morale, communication, and employee retention. If you’re not sure how to plan a successful work outing for your team, not to worry! We’ve got your back with these tips for a well-executed event that will earn rave reviews around the water cooler or breakroom.
When planning an event for your company, it’s always best to start a couple of months early if possible. That gives you plenty of time to finalize the budget, discuss goals and requirements for the event with other stakeholders, and then announce it to the employees. You’ll want to give teams enough of a heads up that they are able to incorporate the event into their schedules and make any necessary changes to meeting times, project schedules, etc.
One of the most important aspects of planning any group event is managing the logistics. Consider factors like capacity, parking, and distance from work to ensure the outing will be convenient for everyone and to schedule the day’s activities appropriately. You should also make sure employees know what the company outing is so they can dress accordingly. For bowling, comfortable business casual (or just plain casual!) clothing is fine, as long as guests have socks to wear with their rented bowling shoes.
Think about the elements of a successful work event: entertainment, food, drinks, atmosphere. Selecting a venue that fulfills several of these needs will make your event planning tasks much easier.
For instance, when you book an event at our bowling alley and entertainment center, you’ve got entertainment on lock. In addition to bowling, our entertainment options include laser tag (a perpetual favorite for team building events), bumper cars, and an arcade. We even have kids activities if you choose to host a company event for your employees’ families.
Don’t worry about the menu; our kitchen serves up a range of party foods, from appetizers to entrees to desserts. There’s no need to deal with a catering company because we can help you create a menu that your group will love. And forget hiring bartenders—we have a full-service bar for any adult beverages your party requires.
Here at Mid County Lanes in Middletown, we have years of experience helping our clients host crowd-pleasing events, so don’t stress! Just give us a call at 302-378-0677 to discuss your organization’s group event needs, or fill out our online form and we will contact you.
Bowling is one of our classic American pastimes, so most people have bowled at least a game or two at a birthday party or after-work hangout. However, a few casual games at the bowling alley won’t necessarily teach you everything you need to know about the game if you want to become a better bowler. Whether you’re new to the sport or want to level up from social bowling to league play, we’ve got some “Bowling 101” tips to help you out. For starters, these are the basic types of bowling shots.
Practice pays off, so visit us for open bowling in Middletown or check out our bowling specials!