frequently asked questions

Brooklyn Bowl is now a cashless venue. As of July 8th 2024 we will no longer accept cash as a form of payment in all areas of the house. The venue has the capability to load cash onto a debit card, which you can use at the venue or anywhere that accepts Mastercard.

Our weekly hours vary based on our show and event calendar. Check out our upcoming calendar for the most up to date information. For additional inquiries, please contact us directly.

Brooklyn Bowl is located at 1009 Canal Street, Philadelphia, PA. The venue is next door to The Fillmore Philadelphia, adjacent to Punch Line Philly, and directly across the street from the Frankford Ave & Delaware Ave transit station.

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Public Transportation is encouraged! Take SEPTA to Girard Station on the Market-Frankford Line. Once at the station, cross Girard Ave. and walk south on N. Front St. When you reach Richmond St., turn left and look for the sidewalk leading to The Fillmore. SEPTA's Trolley Lines will also take you to The Fillmore. Please consult SEPTA's website for your best route to the "Frankford & Delaware" route

***BROOKLYN BOWL PHILADELPHIA DOES NOT HAVE ITS OWN DEDICATED PARKING LOT*** However, there are paid lots as well as street parking within walking distance of the venue. 

Additionally, Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia has partnered with ParkWhiz to offer other easy and reliable options near the venue. Click here to book parking at a nearby lot through ParkWhiz.

Public Transportation and rideshares are encouraged! Take SEPTA to Girard Station on the Market-Frankford Line. Once at the station, cross Girard Ave. and walk south on N. Front St. When you reach Richmond St., turn left and look for the sidewalk leading to The Fillmore. SEPTA's Trolley Lines will also take you to The Fillmore. Please consult SEPTA's website for your best route to the "Frankford & Delaware" route.

Yes! Mobile tickets are scannable in your Ticketmaster account. Before you arrive at the Box Office, please make sure to have your ticket ready and readable with full brightness displayed on your phone.

Please refer to the landing page for each event for age requirements. Unless otherwise noted, our downstairs restaurant & bowling alley is 21+.

 The following documents can be accepted as proof of age for entry: (a) A valid driver’s license or non-driver identification card issued by: the state of Pennsylvania; the Federal Government; any State Government within the United States; the District of Columbia; any Commonwealth, Possession or Territory of the United States; or a Provincial Government of Canada; (b) a valid U.S. passport; (c) a valid passport of any other country; or (d) a valid military ID from the U.S.

All persons entering Brooklyn Bowl may be searched (by ‘pat down’, security wands, metal detectors or other lawful means) to make sure no prohibited items are on their person each time they enter or re-enter the venue.  All bags are subject to search. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone, and to prohibit anyone from entering the venue with any items that we determine may pose a risk to other guests, our employees or performers. We encourage guests coming to shows and other events at Brooklyn Bowl to arrive early.

Cakes or cupcakes are permitted if they are purchased from a commercial store or a bakery. A $30 outside dessert fee will be added to your final bill.  Home baked goods and any other outside food or beverage are not permitted at Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia. 

Guests, performers, and employees are prohibited from bringing firearms, knives or other weapons into Brooklyn Bowl, as well as incendiary devices, laser pointers, and any illegal items including drugs or drug paraphernalia. No alcoholic beverages or other outside food or drink, bags larger than 12"x12"x6", video cameras, GoPros, drones, selfie sticks or professional cameras (removable lenses) are allowed. All gift wrapped items are subject to inspection.  Please refrain from including alcoholic beverages of any kind in your gift bags, as these items will not be permitted to enter the venue.

Cakes or cupcakes are permitted if they are purchased from a commercial store or a bakery. A $30 outside dessert fee will be added to your final bill. Home baked goods and any other outside food are not permitted at Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia.

The box office is open one hour prior to doors on show nights, and from 6PM-9PM on Friday and Saturday nights.

Fast Lane access is available for select shows. This can be purchased as an add-on when you buy your tickets, or separately here.

Yes, we are a standing room venue. However, we are ADA compliant and offer seating for guests with special needs. 

We are ADA compliant and offer limited seating for guests with special needs. Please check in with our event staff upon your arrival for more information.

Children of all ages are welcome—with an admission ticket—at family-oriented concerts and performances, and at Family Bowl from 2-6PM on Saturdays. Appropriate adult supervision may be required. All guests over one-year-old are required to have their own ticket. Non-family oriented concerts and performances may not be suitable for young children, and venue management reserves the right to refuse admission for any reason, including concerns about safety. Children of any age may NOT attend a 18+ or 21+ concert or performance.

(a) A credit card authorization is required to open a bowling lane check. (b) Bowling lane checks must be paid using one form of payment. Splitting of lane checks is not permitted. (c) A 20% food & beverage auto-gratuity will be applied to all lane checks, groups of five or more guests, and/or walkouts.