Shooter's East Bar & Grill

06/03/2026

05/27/2026

🌌🎳 LIGHTS DOWN… GAME ON! 🎳🌌
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of glow bowling fun at The Cherry Bowl with our Friday & Saturday Night COSMIC BOWLING! 🍒✨
🔥 UNLIMITED Bowling
🎶 Party Lights & Music
👟 Rental Shoes Included
🕤 9:30 PM – Midnight
💲 Only $20 Per Bowler
🍕 FRIDAY NIGHT
Pizza Hut Pizza Giveaways!
🎂 SATURDAY NIGHT
Strike for Bike Contest!
Bring your friends, crank up the music, and bowl under the cosmic lights for one of the most fun nights in Rockford! 🌠🎳
📍 7171 Cherryvale North Blvd – Rockford, IL
📞 (815) 332-9595

04/30/2026

Free Event - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MatchMaker Live Brings Cutting-Edge Bowling Technology to Rockford
Rockford, IL — Bowlers in the Rockford area will have a unique opportunity to discover their ideal equipment at the upcoming MatchMaker Live event, an interactive experience designed to help players find their perfect bowling ball using the latest in performance technology.
Hosted at The Cherry Bowl, MatchMaker Live showcases top-tier bowling products and innovations from leading brands including Storm, Roto Grip, and 900 Global. Attendees will be able to test some of the newest ball releases across a variety of weights, spans, and layouts—offering a hands-on approach to improving their game.
Whether you’re a competitive league player or a casual bowler looking to step up your performance, MatchMaker Live provides expert guidance and personalized fitting in a dynamic, on-lane environment.
Event Details:
Location: The Cherry Bowl
Address: 7171 Cherryvale N Blvd., Rockford, IL 61112
Date & Time: May 5th, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Pro Shop: BowlersMart Rockford-Cherry
Participants will also have the chance to connect directly with bowling specialists and receive recommendations tailored to their playing style. Special offers will be available for members of Have-A-Ball leagues—attendees are encouraged to ask for details during the event.
For more information or to reserve your spot, please contact:
Andrew “AJ” Jensen
Phone: 815-520-7137
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to elevate your game with the best in bowling innovation.

04/11/2026

🎳☀️ REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN – SUMMER JUST GOT BETTER! ☀️🎳

Families in the Stateline—get ready for one of the BEST summer programs of the year!

🍒 The Cherry Bowl is proud to announce that Kids Bowl Free is BACK for Summer 2026!

👦👧 OPEN TO ALL KIDS 15 & YOUNGER
💥 2 FREE GAMES EVERY DAY
📅 June 1st – August 30th, 2026

That’s right… FREE bowling ALL SUMMER LONG! 🎉

This nationwide program is designed to keep kids active, having fun, and making memories—all while enjoying time with family and friends right here in Rockford!

👉 REGISTER TODAY (FREE):
🌐 www.KidsBowlFree.com

🎯 WHY FAMILIES LOVE IT:
✔️ Safe, fun environment
✔️ Affordable family activity
✔️ Perfect for all skill levels
✔️ Great way to stay active all summer

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 HOW IT WORKS:
1️⃣ Sign up online
2️⃣ Create your account
3️⃣ Show up and bowl your FREE games!

🔥 JOIN MILLIONS OF FAMILIES!
Over 45 MILLION kids have already enjoyed Kids Bowl Free—and now it’s your turn!

04/07/2026

🎳 SEEKING “Just for Fun / Lousy” BOWLERS WHO LOVE TO EAT & DRINK! 🍕🍹

Introducing the **Rum Bucket Lousy Bowlers League** at The Cherry Bowl!

✅ Fun bowlers only
✅ Handicap scoring for fairness
✅ FREE bowling ball for new league bowlers
✅ 3 games each week
✅ FREE team shirts
✅ Pizza + Beer/Margaritas or Rum Buckets included

**12-week summer sessions**
📅 Wednesday 6:30 PM – Starts May 13
📅 Friday 6:30 PM – Starts May 15
📅 Sunday 4:30 PM – Starts May 17

**4 bowlers per team**
**Only $20 per bowler per week**

Limited to the **first 16 teams** each night, so don’t wait!

Sign up now: **thecherrybowlonline.com**

04/07/2026

SEEKING BAD Bowlers that like to EAT & DRINK. Introducing: THE RUM BUCKET LOUSY BOWLERS LEAGUE.

ONLY those bowling for FUN allowed in this League!
Handicap Scoring system used to be fair for all.

FREE Bowling Ball for new league bowlers!

NOW Accepting Team Registrations - Limited to first 16 teams to sign up for each night. Three Nights offered for the summer season. (Short & flexible 12 week seasons)

Wednesday @ 6:30 PM Starting May 13th
Friday @ 6:30 PM Starting May 15th
Sundays @ 4:30 PM Starting May 17th

Pick the night that works best for your team.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Three games of league bowling each session
- FREE Team bowling shirts included for each team.
- Two 60 oz. Pitchers of Beer or Margaritas or Four 32 oz. RUM
BUCKETS! Included for each team each week at no extra cost.
- A Large Pizza Included for each team each week at no extra costs
- A FREE Bowling ball for new lg bowlers

Four Bowlers per team.

All this for ONLY $20 per bowler per week

These short season summer leagues run for 12 weeks, with pre & post bowling allowed when you need to miss a week.

VERY Flexible & FUN Leagues.

Limited to first 16 teams on each night that registers.

https://thecherrybowlonline.com

08/20/2025

Opening for 1 bowler to join the Thursday Scratch Lg at Cherry Bowl

08/19/2025

Starting Soon - RUM BUCKET LOUSY BOWLER LEAGUE - NO Serious Bowlers Allowed. FREE Ball for new league bowlers. This is the perfect league for the "NON-BOWLER". THE RUM BUCKET BOWLING LEAGUE - NO Serious Bowlers Allowed. ONLY those bowling for FUN allowed in this League!
This league will be nothing like your grandfather's serious bowling league. All ability levels welcome - Especially Bad Bowlers! -
Handicap Scoring system used to be fair for all. Everyone will not get a TROPHY however you will have FUN!
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Three games of league bowling each session
- Team bowling shirts included for each team.
- Two 60 oz. Pitchers of Beer or Margaritas or Four 32 oz. RUM
BUCKETS! Included for each team each week at no extra cost.
- A Large Pizza Included for each team each week at no extra costs
- A FREE Bowling ball for new lg bowlers ($99.00 Value)
Four Bowlers per team. (4 women, 4 men, or any mix)
All this plus more
For ONLY $20 per bowler.
When & Where? (Pick the Night that works best for your team.)
Rum Bucket Leagues offered at The Cherry Bowl - Rockford IL
6:30 PM Start Times
Monday Nights - Starting Sept 15th
Thursday Nights - Starting Sept. 11th
Sunday Nights - Starting Sept. 7th
These are short season leagues run for 14 sessions, with pre & post bowling allowed when you need to miss a week.
FREE Bowling Ball for new league bowlers!
NOW Accepting Team Registrations - Limited to first 12 teams to sign up for each league
Call 815-332-9595 to register or online at
https://thecherrybowlonline.com/
Bowling, Food & Drinks all for ONLY $20 per bowler.

08/19/2025

🎉 $1.99 Days Are Back! 🎉 Join us on August 22, 23 & 24 (Friday–Sunday) for one of the most exciting weekends of the year at your favorite Rockford, IL area bowling centers!
For just $1.99 each, enjoy:
🎳 Games of Bowling
👟 Shoe Rentals
🌭 Two Hot Dogs
🥤 24 oz. Sodas
This special event is happening at Cherry Bowl, Park Lanes, Forest Hills Lanes, Viking Lanes, and Don Carter Lanes, with convenient times each day.
Even better – 100% of bowling proceeds will be donated to Veteran Programs 🇺🇸
Bring your family and friends for affordable fun, tasty treats, and a chance to give back to a great cause.
👉 Very Affordable Family Fun – Plus, Supporting Our Veterans!

08/06/2025

Starting Soon - RUM BUCKET LOUSY BOWLER LEAGUE - NO Serious Bowlers Allowed. FREE Ball for new league bowlers. This is the perfect league for the "NON-BOWLER". THE RUM BUCKET BOWLING LEAGUE - NO Serious Bowlers Allowed. ONLY those bowling for FUN allowed in this League!

This league will be nothing like your grandfather's serious bowling league. All ability levels welcome - Especially Bad Bowlers! -

Handicap Scoring system used to be fair for all. Everyone will not get a TROPHY however you will have FUN!

WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Three games of league bowling each session
- Team bowling shirts included for each team.
- Two 60 oz. Pitchers of Beer or Margaritas or Four 32 oz. RUM
BUCKETS! Included for each team each week at no extra cost.
- A Large Pizza Included for each team each week at no extra costs
- A FREE Bowling ball for new lg bowlers ($99.00 Value)

Four Bowlers per team. (4 women, 4 men, or any mix)

All this plus more

For ONLY $20 per bowler.
When & Where? (Pick the Night that works best for your team.)
Rum Bucket Leagues offered at The Cherry Bowl - Rockford IL
6:30 PM Start Times
Monday Nights - Starting Sept 15th
Thursday Nights - Starting Sept. 11th
Sunday Nights - Starting Sept. 7th

These are short season leagues run for 14 sessions, with pre & post bowling allowed when you need to miss a week.

FREE Bowling Ball for new league bowlers!

NOW Accepting Team Registrations - Limited to first 12 teams to sign up for each league

Call 815-332-9595 to register or online at
https://thecherrybowlonline.com/
Bowling, Food & Drinks all for ONLY $20 per bowler.