Enjoy classic New England-style bowling with small balls and thin pins, offering a fun, challenging experience for all skill levels.
Host birthdays, corporate events, or group gatherings with lane reservations, beverage options, and a retro ambiance.
Sip on a selection of beer, wine, and hard seltzers while you bowl, with options for adults and non-alcoholic drinks.
Get bowling shoes included with your lane rental for a comfortable and authentic experience.
Immerse yourself in the old-timey feel by scoring games on paper sheets and resetting pins manually.
Great family activity, everyone had fun. Its a unique bowling experience, the balls were tiny, the pins were thin and score is taken by hand. Also the guy working register was humorous
Really fun! We went in at around 4pm on Sunday and were the only people there for the first half hour. $10 per person, per hour including shoes. Much harder than normal bowling, but still cool. You score it yourself on paper sheets they give you, which adds to the old-timey feel
We were visiting from New Jersey and enjoyed a fun evening of candlepin bowling. Pins are thin and the ball is small. Much more challenging than traditional bowling. A great night was had by all!
This is 1 of few Old School Bowling alley in the state of Ma. This is Great for those who grew up Bowling with your family or for anyone who wants to have that Amazing Old School experience. Which is what you get once you walk up the stairs. You have some cool lighting, Music & beverages Beer, wine and hard seltzers for adults and non for both young and adults to indulge in. Big screens around to entertain but not distract from your bowling experience and fun. 1 key factor in all of this is you have ALL of this in 1 place and you won't hurt your pockets/wallet.
Amazing old school candlepin bowling alley feel. Have to score and reset the pins yourself. Staff was amazing. Also no food but I'm sure you can order something in the area. It had couple options of beer on tap and in fridge. Plenty of space to move around. I would suggest to reserve a lane online as it gets busy. Definitely will be coming back soon.

Experience classic New England candlepin bowling in an authentic, old-school setting.
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South Boston Candlepin is a beloved local bowling alley offering a unique and nostalgic candlepin bowling experience. Located in South Boston, we provide a fun, affordable activity for families, friends, and groups. With our thin pins, small balls, and hand-scored games, you'll enjoy a challenging twist on traditional bowling in a retro atmosphere. We feature music, big screens, and a selection of beverages like beer, wine, and hard seltzers, making it perfect for casual outings, parties, and events. Come relive the charm of old-school bowling with us!
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