Bowling & Arcade Locator Software
Help guests find your entertainment venues with real-time lane availability, party booking, and arcade options. Perfect for bowling chains, FECs, and entertainment centers.
See It In Action
Experience an interactive entertainment venue locator with activity filtering, availability display, and seamless mobile experience.
Layout Options:
Preview Device:
Interactive Search
Try searching for locations to see distance-based results
Responsive Design
Perfect on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
Fully Customizable
Colors, layout, features - everything matches your brand
Features Built for Entertainment Venues
Everything you need to help guests find the right venue and drive reservations.
Activity Filtering
Let guests filter by bowling, arcade, laser tag, mini golf, VR, escape rooms, and more.
Lane Availability
Connect with your booking system to display real-time lane and party room availability.
Party Booking Promotion
Showcase birthday party, corporate event, and group outing packages with pricing and booking links.
Cosmic Bowling & Events
Highlight cosmic bowling nights, league schedules, tournaments, and special promotions.
Food & Bar Options
Display dining menus, happy hour specials, and whether full bar service is available.
Analytics Dashboard
Track which venues and activities receive the most searches to optimize performance.
Entertainment Industry Use Cases
From national bowling chains to boutique entertainment lounges, Maptera powers locators across the industry.
National Bowling Chains
Power your location finder across hundreds of centers with consistent branding.
Family Entertainment Centers
Highlight your full entertainment package: bowling, arcade, laser tag, and more.
Boutique Bowling Lounges
Attract your target demographic by showcasing craft cocktails, gourmet dining, and VIP lanes.
Arcade & Gaming Centers
Display game card systems, redemption prizes, VR experiences, and credit packages.
Why Entertainment Venues Need a Modern Locator
Family entertainment centers, bowling alleys, and arcades are destination experiences. When families search for "bowling near me" or "arcade for kids," your venues need to stand out with compelling information about lanes, games, party packages, and amenities. A modern entertainment locator helps guests find your venues and book their perfect outing.
Today's bowling alleys and arcades offer far more than just lanes and games. From cosmic bowling to VR experiences, laser tag to escape rooms, and full-service restaurants to bars, these venues have evolved into complete entertainment destinations. But if potential guests can't discover all you offer, you're leaving revenue on the table.
Guests planning an outing want to know: Are lanes available tonight? Can I book a birthday party? What arcade games do they have? Is there food and drinks? Do they have cosmic bowling? A comprehensive entertainment locator answers these questions instantly, turning interest into reservations.
Key Benefits for Entertainment Venues
- Increase Reservations: Make it easy for guests to find your venues and book lanes, parties, and events online.
- Lane Availability Display: Show real-time or estimated lane availability to help guests plan their visit.
- Party Booking Promotion: Highlight birthday party packages, corporate events, and group booking options at each location.
- Arcade & Games Showcase: Display arcade games, redemption prizes, VR experiences, and game card systems.
- Cosmic/Glow Bowling: Filter for locations offering cosmic bowling, blacklight experiences, and DJ nights.
- Food & Beverage Options: Show dining options from snack bars to full restaurants and craft cocktail bars.
- Local SEO Improvement: Individual location pages rank for searches like "bowling alley near me" and "kids arcade."
How to Add an Entertainment Venue Locator to Your Website
Setting up Maptera for your bowling and entertainment venues is straightforward. Follow these steps to get started:
Create Your Maptera Account
Sign up for a Maptera account at our signup page. Our free tier lets you get started immediately with no credit card required.
Import Your Venue Locations
Upload your venue data via CSV or connect through our API. Include addresses, hours, phone numbers, and custom attributes for activities, lane counts, and amenities.
Customize Your Locator
Match your entertainment brand with custom colors, logos, and map styling. Add filters for activities and features your guests care about—cosmic bowling, arcade, parties, and more.
Embed on Your Website
Add your entertainment venue locator to your website with a simple embed code. Maptera works with any website platform and integrates with your booking system.
Track Performance
Monitor which venues and activities receive the most searches, track direction requests and booking clicks, and understand guest preferences with built-in analytics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I display real-time lane availability?
Yes! If your venue uses a reservation system, Maptera can integrate via API to display real-time lane availability. Alternatively, show general availability patterns to help guests plan their visit.
How do I promote birthday party packages?
Add "Birthday Parties" as a filterable feature and include detailed party package information in each location listing. Link directly to your party booking form to capture leads.
Can I show all the activities at each location?
Absolutely. Use activity badges to display bowling, arcade, laser tag, mini golf, VR, escape rooms, and any other attractions. Guests can filter to find locations with specific activities.
Does Maptera support cosmic bowling schedules?
Yes! Include cosmic bowling hours and schedules in your location attributes. Highlight special event nights like glow bowling, DJ nights, and themed parties to attract guests seeking unique experiences.
Ready to help customers find your stores?
Get started today with our 14-day free trial. No credit card required.