Marcin Bowl
Marcin Bowl is a bowling centre in Sarnia-Lambton offering five- and ten-pin lanes for open play, league play, and tournaments, plus youth bowling programs and seasonal promotions. The venue hosts fundraisers, community events, and group bookings while operating an on-site restaurant and bar called Gutterballs for food and drink. Marcin Bowl also runs initiatives to grow league participation, such as referral rewards, and provides family-friendly programs like Kids Bowl Free.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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Jumbo Caesar promotion
On September 27, Gutterballs runs a mid day Jumbo Caesar promotion offering Jumbo Caesars for $20 from 12 PM to 3 PM, with $5 from each sale going to charity. The limited time offer is promoted by Marcin Bowl and shared with social hashtags for a casual, feel good outing.
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League sponsorship
Marcin Bowl is seeking local businesses for league sponsorships, offering a $1,000 package that includes a custom sign above the lanes, scoring sheet placement, exposure to more than 1,100 league bowlers, and a $600 donation to the league of your choice. Contact jeff@marcinbowl.com to learn how your business can support local bowling and gain regular visibility among families and league members.
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LET’S BOWL FOR RYAN’S HOUSE
Bring friends and family to Marcin Bowl on September 13 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM for LET'S BOWL FOR RYAN'S HOUSE, a community fundraising afternoon. Tickets are $25 at the Marcin Bowl front desk and include two games, shoe rental, and two slices of pizza, with door prizes and raffles throughout the event.
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New Bowler Referral Program
Marcin Bowl's New Bowler Referral Program rewards you with a $25 Gutterballs Restaurant & Bar gift card when a person you refer joins a 2026/2027 adult league and is still bowling after Thanksgiving. Refer anyone who did not bowl at Marcin Bowl during the 2025/2026 season, and use the league registration link to sign them up.
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Youth Bowling sign-ups
Marcin Bowl opens youth bowling registration on Saturday, August 29 and again on Saturday, September 5 from 10 AM to 1 PM, with the season starting on September 12. Stop by Marcin Bowl during one of the sign up days to enroll, whether this is your first season or you are returning.
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Kids Bowl Free
Marcin Bowl is offering Kids Bowl Free through September 5, 2026, with two free games per registered child Wednesday to Saturday from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Online registration is required, and families only pay for shoe rental, making this an easy way to try bowling before joining the Youth Bowling Program.
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Jeff introduces house tour and Kids Bowl Free return
Jeff shares an official house tour post for Marcin Bowl and the center confirms that Kids Bowl Free has returned. The brief announcement was published on 2026-08-19, so check Marcin Bowl channels for program details, dates, and sign up information.
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Marcin Bowl league bowling season
Marcin Bowl opens registration for its September 2026 league season, offering competitive and recreational leagues across weekdays and welcoming bowlers of all skill levels. Expect a friendly community atmosphere with on site food and drinks from Gutterballs; check the provided registration page to view schedules and sign up.
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Kids Bowl Free at Marcin Bowl
Marcin Bowl reopens with Kids Bowl Free starting Friday, August 14, offering kids up to 15 two free games per registered child each visit during Wednesday to Saturday evening sessions from 4 to 7 PM. Online registration is required at the Kids Bowl Free link, and adults can bowl for $6 per game plus shoe rental.
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Play It Forward Sunset Cruise
Marcin Bowl reports that the Play It Forward Sunset Cruise raised $2,100 for its Youth Bowling Program, thanking guests and partners including the Duc d'Orl9ans II, Gutterballs, and DJs MLR Tyme and Pack Rat. The update highlights that funds will be used to create opportunities and support for young bowlers in the community.
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Play It Forward Sunset Cruise for Youth Bowling
Marcin Bowl’s Play It Forward Sunset Cruise for Youth Bowling sails tonight, July 24, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, featuring appetizers by Gutterballs, DJs, a cash bar, and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $50 and available at the boat, with all proceeds supporting youth bowling programs.
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Play It Forward Sunset Cruise
Marcin Bowl's Play It Forward Sunset Cruise sails the St. Clair River on Friday, July 24 from 7 to 10 PM with appetizers, DJs, a cash bar, and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $50 and available at Hi-Way Bowl, and all proceeds support youth bowling. If you want a lively summer evening on the water with a local charitable focus this is your last chance to board.
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Play It Forward Sunset Cruise
Support youth bowling on the Play It Forward Sunset Cruise hosted by Marcin Bowl, Friday, July 24 from 7 to 10 PM. Tickets are $50 and available at Hi-Way Bowl, with appetizers from Gutterballs Restaurant and Bar, DJs, a cash bar, and 50/50 and raffle prizes.
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Play It Forward Sunset Cruise
Support local youth bowling by joining the Play It Forward Sunset Cruise on Friday, July 24 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Tickets are $50 each and available at Hi-Way Bowl, with appetizers from Gutterballs, DJs DJ MLR Tyme and Pack Rat, a cash bar, 50/50, and raffles to raise funds for youth programs.
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Play It Forward Sunset Cruise
Marcin Bowl’s Play It Forward Sunset Cruise is a fundraising evening on July 24 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with $50 tickets available at Hi-Way Bowl. The ticket price includes appetizers by Gutterballs, and the night features a cash bar, DJs, raffles, and a 50/50 drawing, with all proceeds supporting youth bowling programs.
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Big Money Bowl 2026 Recap
The Big Money Bowl returned for Year 2 at Marcin Bowl in Ontario, running over three days from May 29 to May 31, 2026, with over $50,000 in prize money and a $20,000 top prize. Art Oliver Jr. defended his title to become the tournament's first two time champion, while bowlers from across Ontario and beyond gathered for competition, camaraderie, and livestreamed action.
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Announcement: contest winner Billy Best
Marcin Bowl announced their contest winner on June 3, 2026, congratulating Billy Best. The brief celebratory post shares the result and invites followers to join in congratulating the winner.
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2026 Big Money Bowl
Marcin Bowl wrapped Year 2 of the 2026 Big Money Bowl in Point Edward on May 31, with Art Oliver Jr. defending his title and taking the $20,000 top prize. The tournament awarded over $55,000 in prize money and brought competitors and fans together from across the province.
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Customer Appreciation Days
Marcin Bowl is hosting Customer Appreciation Days on June 1 and June 2 from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, offering 50% off bowling, food, and drinks. The promotion is dine in only and runs while supplies last, after which Marcin Bowl will be closed for the summer and is slated to reopen in the second week of August.
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Big Money Bowl Day 1 Squad 3 results
Squad 3 closed Day 1 of the 2026 Big Money Bowl at Marcin Bowl with Tyler Lee taking first place at 1231 and Brandon Teddy in second at 1198. Tyler's 1231 is the highest qualifying score reported so far, setting the pace for the next rounds of qualifying.
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2026 Big Money Bowl — Squad 1 results
Squad 1 of the 2026 Big Money Bowl at Marcin Bowl posted strong scores on 2026-05-29, with Jordan Croskery winning Squad 1 with a 1211 series and Jim LaPointe placing second with 1203. LaPointe also delivered the tournament's first perfect 300 game in Game 4, a standout moment in the event results.
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Big Money Bowl 2026
The Big Money Bowl 2026 lands at Marcin Bowl in Point Edward from May 29 to May 31, featuring a $20,000 first prize and CTF sanctioned scratch competition. Entries are $256 with $175 re entry, and payouts are one in five, register now at the Marcin Bowl registration page to claim your lane.
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9 is Fine league
The 9 is Fine league from Marcin Bowl kicks off tonight, 2026-05-21, and meets every Thursday at 7 PM at Hi-Way Bowl in a drop-in, social format. For $30 per night you get lighthearted rules that reward nine pins as a strike, a low commitment weekly outing that is ideal for groups or solo bowlers looking for fun this summer.
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Mother's Day greeting
Marcin Bowl shares a warm Mother27s Day message on 2026-05-10, thanking moms, grandmas, stepmoms, and mother figures and suggesting celebrations like breakfast or bowling. The note is a simple, heartfelt reminder to relax and make memories with family.
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Updated operating hours announcement
Marcin Bowl will begin new hours on May 13, 2026, operating Wednesday to Saturday from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The venue will be closed May 11 and May 12 while it transitions into the updated schedule, so plan visits around those dates.
