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HARVARD LANES
Harvard Lanes is a classic 14 lane candlepin bowling alley in Harvard, Massachussetts that has been in operation since 1950.
ABOUT HARVARD LANES
OPEN HOURS
2pm-9pm Monday
10am – 9pm Tuesday
10am – 9pm Wednesday
2pm – 10pm Thursday
2pm – 10pm Friday
10am – 10pm Saturday
10am – 8pm Sunday
RECENT REVIEWS
EVENTS AT HARVARD LANES
- Company gatherings
- Birthday parties
- Wedding parties
- Fundraisers
From the food to the fun, we’ve got you covered. Reserve as many lanes as you need, enjoy our new cafe area, and come celebrate with friends, family and coworkers. Email us for more information and to schedule your special event!
LEAGUES AT HARVARD LANES
- We have leagues for all skill levels!
- Bring and friend or family member
- Weeknights and weekday mornings
- Discounts on walk-in bowling!
Just like the old days! Join one of our leagues or start your own! We currently have leagues Tuesday through Thursday nights, and senior league on Tuesday mornings.
FOOD & DRINK!
- Cold beer, cider and seltzer
- Pizza, chicken fingers, and more
- Cafe & high top seating
- Many kid friendly options
All that bowling is going to make you hungry (and thirsty)! Check out our cafe menu and drink list.
FAQ'S
Got questions? We get it. Take a look at a few commonly asked questions and if you need more help, call at 978-456-0777 or email us here.
Monday
2pm-9pm
Tuesday
10am - 9pm
Wednesday
10am - 9pm
Thursday
2pm - 10pm
Friday
2pm - 10pm
Saturday
10am - 10pm
Sunday
10am - 8pm
The cost is $35 per lane per hour. Rental shoes cost $3 per pair.
We often have discounts and promotions, so leave your email at the bottom of the page and follow us on Facebook and Instagram!
A HOMETOWN HANGOUT
1950
A HOMETOWN
HANGOUT
1950
HARVARD LANES HISTORY
After many years and many strings, Harvard Lanes became 204 Lanes in 2022. Currently under new ownership, the bowling alley is being reopened as Harvard Lanes, with newly refinished lanes, new pins, new balls, and (many) coats of new paint.
THE RICH HISTORY OF CANDLEPIN
Courtesy of Susan Bregman
Justin “Pop” White (left) invented the game of candlepin bowling in Worcester, MA.
1949
Four prototype Bowl-Mor pinsetters were installed at Whalom Park in Lunenburg, MA in 1949.
1950s
1952
American Machine and Foundry, formed in 1900 began selling pinsetters based on Fred Schmidt’s invention in 1952.
1970s
Rubber balls, like the Brunswick Mineralite model here, dominated the game into the 1970s, when manufacturers began using synthetic materials.
1986
GIVE THE GIFT OF CANDLEPIN!
A Harvard Lanes gift card is the perfect gift for your candlepin loving birthday boy (or girl)!