National Bowling Stadium

The National Bowling Stadium is a 363,000-square-foot, 78 lane professional stadium right in the center of downtown Reno. It's 80-foot round aluminum ball on the exterior can be seen for miles and it has the longest display video screen in the world-440 feet. The stadium also includes a pro shop, club and a 172-seat theater. The stadium is open to professional teams and tournaments and when there are no tournaments, it's open to amateur bowlers.

National Bowling Stadium parking
There is a parking garage and a parking lot available for the stadium. During events, the garage and lot tends to fill up but visitors may park in the parking garages of various casinos like the Silver Legacy, Eldorado Hotel & Casino and Harrah's Hotel Reno for free.

Hotels near the National Bowling Stadium
The stadium is right in the middle of downtown Reno and just steps away from hotel casinos like the Silver Legacy, Eldorado Hotel & Casino, Circus-Circus Hotel & Casino and Harrah's Hotel Reno.

Seating at the National Bowling Stadium
There is seating across the entire back of the stadium for tournaments and public viewing. If you are in a tournament, there are various seating options including dining tables for your team.

Food at the National Bowling Stadium
There is one restaurant and bar in the stadium. The Stadium Club features a full service bar, a large screen TV, pool table and a view of downtown. Since the stadium is downtown, within 5-10 minutes you can be at dozens of casino restaurants or local restaurants and bars.

Beer at the National Bowling Stadium
Beer and other drinks can be purchased at the Stadium Club bar. Drinks can be taken to the lanes or back to the seating areas.

What to bring to the National Bowling Stadium
Since the tournaments are held indoors, there is no need to bring a sweater or jacket in the winter-unless you plan to walk to the local casinos. Binoculars might be a good idea if you are seated in the back rows of the stadium.

Insider tip for the National Bowling Stadium
If you are in a larger group (50+), you can rent the Kingpin Club for your next party. It has 10 professional lanes, a full bar, HD screen TVs and a hip environment. The 172-seat theater can also be rented for parties and private events.

Author's bio: Christina Nellemann has been living and writing in the Reno area for decades and has bowled one strike at the National Bowling Stadium.