Thursday, Dec 31 Times Square Bowling New Year's Eve Party

Times Square Bowling is a party at Lucky Strike - Times Square in Times Square, Manhattan on Thursday, December 31, 2026. Doors 7pm, ends 2am the next morning. Age not stated on the listing: check with the venue, and bring a photo ID. Tickets from $51 on DICE when checked Nov 9, 2026.

Age not stated

Doors: 7pm · ends 2am (next morning)
Venue: Lucky Strike - Times Square, Times Square
Address: 222 West 44th Street, New York City, New York 10036
Price: From $51 (lowest DICE ticket incl. fees, seen Nov 9, 2026)
Presented by: Joonbug Presents

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About the party

Joonbug presents New Year's Eve at Lucky Strike Times Square, an all-ages party with live DJs, bowling, billiards and arcade games a short walk from the heart of Times Square.

What to expect

Games and DJs indoors, a countdown with party favors and a toast at midnight, and a 5-hour premium open bar for guests 21+. My take: one of the few NYE parties that works for mixed-age groups.

Music and lineup

Live DJs playing current hits, per the description. No DJs are named.

Before you go

Listed from 7 PM to 2 AM. The promoter calls it all ages; the open bar runs 8 PM to 1 AM for guests 21+. The venue is at 222 West 44th Street. ID rules for minors, dress code, re-entry and coat check are not confirmed.

Refunds (DICE): DICE lists a 24-hour refund window after purchase for this event. Check the terms attached to your ticket.

Before the party: happy hours nearby

Happy hours within a short walk of Lucky Strike - Times Square that run on Thursday before doors, with the deal as published.

Hard Rock Cafe · 1 min walk
domestic drafts $5 · import drafts $6 · 4pm–6pm
Blue Fin · 3 min walk
Market Oyster $2 · Mini Lobster Rolls $10 · 4pm–6pm
Havana Central · 3 min walk
Tropical Cocktails $9 · Espresso Martinis $12 · 3pm–7pm

Questions

Can kids come?

The promoter describes it as all ages.

When is the open bar?

8 PM to 1 AM, for guests 21+.

Is bowling included?

The promoter says guests can enjoy bowling, billiards and arcade games; exact terms are not confirmed.

Where is Times Square Bowling?

At Lucky Strike - Times Square, 222 West 44th Street, New York City, New York 10036 (Times Square).

How much are tickets?

From $51 including fees on DICE when we checked on Nov 9, 2026. Prices rise as tiers sell out.

Is there a happy hour near Lucky Strike - Times Square before the party?

Yes: Hard Rock Cafe (domestic drafts $5 · import drafts $6, 1 min walk); Blue Fin (Market Oyster $2 · Mini Lobster Rolls $10, 3 min walk); Havana Central (Tropical Cocktails $9 · Espresso Martinis $12, 3 min walk), on Thursdays before doors, as published by each bar.

What else is on in NYC that night?

80 other parties are listed for Thursday, Dec 31, including Ring in 2027 at Lagos Times Square Your Ultimate New Year's Eve Celebration at Lagos Times Square; New Year's Eve Party in Times Square at Dos Caminos & Blue Fin at Dos Caminos Times Square; Rooftop Ball Drop View at Margaritaville Times Square.

How do I get home from Lucky Strike - Times Square?

The New York subway runs all night, with fewer trains after midnight; check the MTA app for weekend changes. Yellow cabs and ride apps work across Manhattan; the night is listed to end at 2am the next morning.