Great Escape

Today's Hours:
4pm - 11pm

Today's Special:
Night Strike

Welcome to Great Escape

Discover Great Escape Pleasant Hill, the go-to spot for family-friendly fun and bowling in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. With 24 state-of-the-art lanes, including private lanes for exclusive gatherings, we welcome guests of all ages and skill levels to enjoy the ultimate Great Escape bowling experience.

But there’s more than just strikes and spares! Explore our action-packed arcade, challenge friends in high-energy laser tag, or enjoy the fresh air in our outdoor seating area. Our sports bar and lounge serve up delicious food and refreshing drinks in a laid-back setting. Whether it's a casual night out or a special event, Great Escape Pleasant Hill has everything you need. Reserve your lane online today and get ready to roll!

4.3

1,025 Google reviews

Almost all the arcade games work and the laser tag would've been awesome with more people. Clean place, and fair prizes in the arcade. Surprised this place wasn't packed.

Google User3 weeks ago

Was going to the fair on Friday, but the weather washed us out so we went to the bowling alley up the road and had a blast. Arcade and Laser Tag were great

Google User4 weeks ago

Such a fun place to bring your kids, it is reasonably priced and the staff is always nice/helpful.

Google User2 months ago

It is nice and lovely and it is fun

Google User3 months ago

Great place to bowl. They have several leagues. Really like the Wednesday morning Geezer league. Like the format and meet many interesting people.

Google User5 months ago

Brought a gift card back in to use the rest on it, keep in mind that it supposedly never expires. They couldn't get it to work and suggested, "just pay this time and use it when your next in" like your the manager why cant you honor it? --update from 1 star: they came through with a new gift card and didn't make the process too difficult. Cool spot just 1 bad experience out of many good

Google User5 months ago

Fun, friendly place with great service and good food. A lot of fun things to do with kids

Google User5 months ago

First off we bowled grandkids had fun but a pop accidentally got knocked over. We was handed two rags. I went back to get more. No assistance from staff. Not good. Then we went to get food 175.00 for 2 kids and 3 Adults. Off to the arcade for grandkids to play games. Fun but 9 points on some games. I would have to say this is a nice place but you will break the bank going here. Family friendly sure expensive yes.

Google User5 months ago

Don’t go here always leagues no time to bowl

Google User7 months ago

Great prices, its clean, staff is friendly. Lee is the absolute best! ?? ??

Google User8 months ago

I can’t say enough good things about this place. I took three of my grandkids there and the staff went above and beyond. From the front check in, the drinks and food and also the arcade. Each and everyone were so nice! I highly recommend this place for a fun family day or a party. The place was very clean and well managed. Thanks to all the staff and management for making a fun filled day for them. We will definitely be back soon.

Google User9 months ago

Great local spot for bowling, arcade games and laser tag!

Google User9 months ago

This place looks nice. They really did a good upgrade inside.

Google User9 months ago

Great people . Fun for whole family

Google User10 months ago

Reserved 2 lanes for 2 hours for my son's birthday, staff was great and easy to work with, the bar staff even assisted with food service for 8 kids! We had a blast and will definitely be returning

Google User10 months ago

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Address

655 N E 56TH ST
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

515-263-1700

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This Week’s Hours

Mon4pm - 11pm

Tue4pm - 11pm

Wed4pm - 11pm

Thu4pm - 11pm

Fri4pm - 12am

Sat11am - 12am

Sun11am - 11pm

Center Information

24 Bowling Lanes

Bowling Prices

Online Reservations

Arcade

Laser Tag

Sports Bar

Private Lanes

Private Rooms

Lounge Area

Outdoor Seating

ATM

Free Wi-Fi

What's Happening at Great Escape

A mother and son posing for a picture at a Lucky Strike bowling center.

Family Fest at Great Escape

Sunday, September 27 | 11AM – 2PM

Bring the whole family for an afternoon packed with free fun, entertainment, and giveaways. Enjoy:

A free game of bowling*
A $10 arcade card for every kid 16 and under
Passed apps
Live entertainment from a DJ
Face painting and balloon art
A chance to win one of two $50 gift cards, valid at Lucky Strike, Bowlero, AMF, or Boomers

*Bowling is subject to lane availability.

UFC 331 City of Angels promotion showing Van vs. Pantoja 2.

UFC 331: Live at the Bar

Saturday, September 19 | 8PM ET | Bar Area

The next big UFC showdown is here. The octagon heats up as UFC 331 delivers a high-stakes battle featuring Van vs. Pantoja 2 in a main event guaranteed to have fans on their feet. Catch every strike, takedown, and heart-stopping moment live in the bar area with the best seats in the house.

Plus, enjoy $2 off Bud Light bottles and $5 off Bud Light pitchers while you cheer and experience fight night like a true contender.

More Ways to Play

Girl blowing out candles of a birthday cake at a Lucky Strike center.

The Birthday Kid Bowls Free

Birthday kids bowl free with their party. Use code FALLBDAY.

One less guest to pay for. One more reason to celebrate. Book a kids birthday party this fall and the birthday kid bowls free.

Valid through 10/31 for events held by 10/31. Terms & conditions apply.

A family bowling together as a child rolls a bowling ball down the lane, with neon lights and arcade games in the background.

Family Unlimited

Every Saturday & Sunday | 11AM – 3PM

Enjoy unlimited bowling, shoes included, for only $12.99. Plus, enjoy specially priced select appetizers, Craft Lemonades and Dirty Sodas while you bowl.

Walk-in only. Subject to lane availability. Food & drink pricing vary by location. Terms & conditions apply.

Group enjoying a holiday bowling party at Lucky Strike, with a bowler in a tuxedo rolling a ball on the lanes during a festive celebration.

2026 Holiday Parties

Plan the perfect holiday party at Bowlero

The holiday season is right around the corner. Contact our team now to secure your preferred date and start planning your celebration.

What's going on today

Weekly Promotions at Great Escape

Group of friends smiling and bowling together at an indoor bowling alley, with one person rolling a red bowling ball toward the pins.

Night Strike

Enjoy unlimited bowling, shoes included, for only $15.99, plus delicious food & drink specials.

Monday starting at 7PM
Tuesday starting at 7PM
Wednesday starting at 7PM
Thursday starting at 7PM
Sunday starting at 6PM

Walk-in only. Pricing and participation may vary. Subject to lane availability. Terms & conditions apply.

A group of friends cheer as a woman rolls a red bowling ball down the lane at Lucky Strike, captured mid-throw in a lively, neon-lit bowling alley.

The Special

Daily | Open – Close

Buy two games, get the third 50% off!

The Special makes every game more fun (and more affordable). Gather your crew, hit the lanes, and keep the good times rolling.

Walk-in only. Subject to lane availability. Shoe rental not included. Terms & conditions apply.

Great Escape

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Center Information

What's Happening at Great Escape

Family Fest at Great Escape

Sunday, September 27 | 11AM – 2PM

UFC 331: Live at the Bar

Saturday, September 19 | 8PM ET | Bar Area

More Ways to Play

The Birthday Kid Bowls Free