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Bexar Bowling Society

πŸ“ I-10 East Corridor, TX

β˜…4.6(61 Google reviews)

Bexar Bowling Society is a nonprofit 9-pin bowling club established in 1895 in Marion, TX.

βœ“ 9-pin bowlingβœ“ historic venueβœ“ community clubβœ“ social hallβœ“ family reunionsβœ“ Texas tradition
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β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Featured review by Aundrea Lillie

Great venue hall. Not just bowling

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

A distinctive outing for families curious about Texas's 9-pin bowling heritage. Older children and adults engage most with the competitive and league bowling formats. The social hall suits family reunion and event-style visits.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Call Shelly Grunewald directly to book the bowling alley or social hall for private events
⏰New members must visit Monday–Wednesday evenings to complete membership paperwork in person
🎟️Ask about 9-pin rules before your first visit β€” the format differs meaningfully from standard 10-pin bowling
πŸš—Check the event calendar before visiting to confirm open bowling availability versus league nights

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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4.6
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61 Google reviews

Community & atmosphere45%
Versatile event space30%
Friendly staff & members15%
Historic character10%
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Aundrea Lillie

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β€œGreat venue hall. Not just bowling”

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Zanda Alters

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β€œWent to a wedding reception here, got covid but survived 10/10”

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Larriel β€œLori Darlin” McDonald

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β€œEveryone there is great”

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Overview

Bexar Bowling Society preserves one of Texas's oldest bowling traditions β€” 9-pin ninepin bowling, a style distinct from standard 10-pin and clustered among a handful of clubs in Comal, Bexar, and Guadalupe counties. The nonprofit organization runs weekly leagues, twice-yearly trophy competitions across men's, women's, senior, and mixed divisions, and rents the bowling alley and social hall for private events including family reunions and weddings.

πŸ• Opening Hours

MondayClosed
Saturday09:00 – 17:00
Sunday09:00 – 17:00

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