The best bowling experience in Central Iowa
Stuart Bowl has eight newly renovated lanes with all new ball returns, new pin spotters, and automatic scoring machines.
Stuart, Iowa Bowling
Join us for open bowling and roll a few games with friends. Our automatic scoring machines do all the work.
Reserve a Lane →Sports Bar
Burgers, wings, breaded tenderloin, mozzarella sticks, cold beer, and big-screen TVs.
Our Menu →Bowling Leagues
Fall through Spring leagues for all skill levels. Handicap system means everyone has a shot.
Available Leagues →Party Spot
Birthday packages with pizza, pop, bowling, and shoe rental. Contact us to check availability.
Learn More →About Stuart Bowl
A Stuart Landmark Since 1961
Stuart Bowl opened in 1961, and immediately created much excitement in the Stuart, Iowa bowling community. Three local businessmen and their families built the business: C.W. Bright, Dr. L.F. Miller, and Kenneth Jones. A large grand opening was held in August 1961, and leagues were filled.
The new dining room and lounge were popular in a town with limited dining options. Management changed multiple times in the first decade. Earl and Marcella Gray and Ray LaFrenz were two fixtures that will be remembered from those early years.
A young Terry Harrison and his mother, Juanita, purchased the bowling alley in 1974, and it has remained a Harrison-led operation for over 45 years. Terry's parents, Gene and Juanita Harrison, remained active in helping with the establishment for several years.
1996 was a memorable year with many physical improvements, including glow-in-the-dark bowling with black lights and automated scoring. Stuart Bowl also landed the State Super Team Tournament in 1996, a landmark event for the business.
Additional bowling improvements were undertaken in 2000, 2002, and 2003, as the center became a family destination for all ages. After major health challenges, Harrison created Traditions Sports Bar and Grill, and in 2017 again made major equipment improvements: new synthetic lanes, HDTV scoring screens, and pin-setting equipment renovated to like-new condition.
While the overall bowling industry has declined and many centers shuttered in recent decades, the constant investment at Stuart Bowl has kept this now 60+ year old entertainment venue fresh and very active.
From the Stuart Sesquicentennial Book
Bowling Leagues
Join the Fun at Stuart Bowl's Bowling Leagues!
Ready to strike up some fun? Our bowling leagues roll every week and we're looking for players of all skill levels. Never bowled in a league before? No problem. We make it easy and fun for newcomers.
League Nights
- Monday Mixed Mondays at 6:30 p.m.
- Tri City Mixed Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
- Tri-County Thursdays at 7 p.m.
- Sunday Night Mixed Sundays at 6 p.m. First night is September 13.
Weekly results for every league are posted on our League Standings page.
League Bowler Perks
- Enjoy 50¢ off beer during league play
- Reduced rates on open practice sessions
- Guaranteed weekly play time to perfect your skills
- All skill levels welcome. The handicap system levels the field
Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-timer, Stuart Bowl is the place to be for great games, friendly competition, and loads of fun. You can form your team or sign up as an individual.
Contact Terry at Stuart Bowl for details on how to register your team.
Contact Terry → League Standings →Birthday Parties
Let Us Host Your Child's Birthday Party
Bowling and Pizza Birthday Packages Available. We cook and take care of cleanup. You just bring the presents.
Kids Love It
And so do parents. We cook and take care of the clean up. You just bring the presents!
Pizza Party
Enjoy delicious pizza or order from our full menu.
Bowling
Reserve a pair of lanes for 2 hours. Custom options also available.
Check Availability
Contact us to see our dates and times available for your next bowling birthday party.
Traditions Sports Bar and Grill
A Restaurant and Sports Bar in Stuart, Iowa
Looking for restaurants in Stuart, Iowa? Traditions Sports Bar and Grill inside Stuart Bowl serves burgers, hot sandwiches, appetizers, salads, pizza, and prime rib, with cold beer to wash it all down.
USBC Sanctioned
WCIBP Tournament, Stuart, Iowa
Stuart Bowl Tournament
A USBC-sanctioned travel tournament spanning 11 weekends from October through March, hosted at top bowling centers across West Central Iowa.
The West Central Iowa Bowling Proprietors (WCIBP) Handicap Team Tournament is a USBC-sanctioned travel tournament that spans 11 weekends from October through March, with events hosted at top bowling centers across West Central Iowa including Adel, Madrid, Audubon, Denison, Stuart, Carroll, Coon Rapids, Guthrie Center, Ida Grove, Jefferson, and Manning. Each stop offers competitive play, prize opportunities, and the chance to qualify for the Year-End Championship Roll-Off, where teams can compete for a grand prize of $5,200. It's an exciting, community-driven event series for bowlers of all skill levels to compete, travel, and win big.
2026–27 Tournament Sites and Dates
Contact Us
Get in Touch
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Phone (515) 523-1422
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Email terry@stuartbowl.com
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Address 419 E Front St, Stuart, IA 50250
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Hours Call or check our Facebook page for current hours
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Facebook facebook.com/StuartBowlingAlley
Reserve a Lane or Book a Party
The easiest way to reserve a lane or book a birthday party is online. Our reservation system lets you pick your date, time, and number of lanes instantly.
Prefer to call? Reach Terry directly at (515) 523-1422. Phone is also the best option for to-go food orders.
Reserve a Lane Online