Brooklyn Bowl Philly
Brooklyn Bowl
About the venue
Brooklyn Bowl brings their hybrid bowling alley-concert venue franchise to Philly, located on the Fillmore Campus in Fishtown. Their upstairs features a stage and dance floor for a variety of concerts and events, and a VIP bowling lane area that can be used during shows. The downstairs is also open to the public for bowling, food, and drinks.
FAQs
How can I purchase tickets?
Tickets are available online or can be purchased on site at the Box Office on show days.
The box office is open one hour prior to doors on show nights.
How can I get to the venue?
There are paid lots as well as street parking within walking distance of the venue.
Additionally, Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia has partnered with ParkWhiz to offer other easy and reliable options near the venue.
The closes SEPTA stops are:
- Girard Ave (L)
- Various bus routes (5, 25, 43, 57)
How do I enter the venue? What is the process?
There are three venues on the Fillmore campus: The Fillmore, The Foundry, and Brooklyn Bowl.
When approaching the Fillmore campus, you will see security checkpoints outside of the venue.
For shows inside the Fillmore, the queue typically starts to the left of venue, while The Foundry queue starts toward the right, and Brooklyn Bowl is on the further building to the right of the marquee. If you are unsure, please as a staff member.
After ID checks outside, you will enter the venue foyer and proceed through bag checks/security.
You will enter the bottom floor of the venue. To your right will be a large staircase that brings you up to the venue room, with a bar at the back of the room and the stage toward the front. The bar exists on a raised platform, and if you walk to the left you will find the VIP entrance/attendant and merch tables.
The bar is on a raised platform area with a few steps leading down to the main GA standing area in front of the stage.
Is there a bag policy? What can I bring to the venue?
BB does have a bag policy and prohibits certain items – please read their FAQ for the most up-to-date restrictions.
Is the venue standing only? Are there ADA accommodations?
The main floor of the venue is standing only. For those with VIP upgrades, the bowling lanes to the left of the stage have booths for seating. There are a few stairs that go down to the main GA standing area, and also ramp access.
The venue lists their ADA/Accessibility information on their website.
Is there a bag/coat check?
Yes – There is a seasonal coatcheck for most shows at the venue for $5. This can be purchased ahead of time while buying tickets or at this link, or in person (credit only). Coat check is located on the second floor near the restrooms.
Is there an ATM?
No, but there are machines to convert cash to card if needed (cashless venue).
Is there a bar?
The bar is located at the back of the main venue room. VIP area includes beverage service.
Is there food or a restaurant on premises? If not, where can I eat?
You can order food at the back bar during concert events. There’s typically a spot near the staircase where you can order food. VIP area has food service. If you come early and utilize the downstairs version of Brooklyn Bowl, you can also dine there.
Is there a water station/fountain?
There are water jugs back by the bar, typically on the left hand side if you’re facing the bar.
Where are the bathrooms?
The gendered bathrooms are to the left after you come up the staircase, past any merch tables, and down the hall.
Where can I buy merch?
Merch stands are usually to the left of the main staircase.
Brooklyn Bowl is a great mid-sized venue to catch small/medium touring acts across rock, pop, pop-punk, and other genres.
Check out the themed DJ and dance nights as well!
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