The Connection is the place on campus for fun things to do with friends and family, or to simply relax. Everyone is welcome! Bring your friends and family!
Located on the UMC first floor, this is THE place on campus for fun things to do with friends and family, or to simply relax! As the ONLY bowling center in Boulder, The Connection features 10 bowling lanes, eight 9-foot billiards tables, video game consoles (XBOX ONE, PS4, Wii), pinball and arcade games, a foosball table and a selection of food and beverages available daily. Come in to watch the l
09/02/2026
Heads up! We have updated hours for Labor Day Weekend:
🎳 Friday, Sept. 4: 1-11 p.m.
🏓 Saturday, Sept. 5: 1-11 p.m.
🎳 Sunday, Sept. 6: 1-10 p.m.
🏓 Monday, Sept. 7: Closed
More info: https://www.colorado.edu/umc/hours
08/27/2026
🤝 Come see what league bowling is all about! Enjoy a trial league experience, meet fellow bowlers and connect with potential teammates if you’re looking to join a team. Whether you’re new to leagues or returning for another season, everyone is welcome.
📆 Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026 | 5 p.m. @ The Connection https://www.colorado.edu/umc/connection/bowling-league
07/02/2026
⚠️ The University Memorial Center, The Connection and CU NightRide will be closed Friday, July 3, through Sunday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day: https://bit.ly/3Kw1Gfl
06/18/2026
📅 The Connection will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. Regular summer operations will resume Saturday, June 20.
🔗 View The Connection's summer hours: https://bit.ly/3Kw1Gfl
06/11/2026
🎮 Looking for a unique party idea? Add the Video Game Bunker at The Connection to your next birthday party, celebration or group event.
🕹️ Play kid-friendly favorites like Mario Kart, Super Smash, Nintendo Switch games, Fortnite and Minecraft.
🔗 Learn more and book your party: https://bit.ly/46zr0ij
06/11/2026
⏰ Reminder: The Connection is operating on summer hours through Aug. 15, with daily hours from 12–9 p.m.
🎳 Whether you're looking to bowl, play billiards, challenge your friends to video games or hang out between summer classes, we've got you covered: https://bit.ly/3Kw1Gfl
05/22/2026
🎳 The Connection will close at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 22, and will remain closed Saturday, May 23, through Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
☀️ Stay up to date with The Connection summer hours: https://bit.ly/3Kw1Gfl
05/01/2026
🎳 The Connection Bowling, Billiards & Games Summer Hours
➥ May 4–Aug. 15
➥ Open daily: 12–9 p.m.
We encourage calling ahead to reserve bowling lanes and to confirm availability: https://bit.ly/3Kw1Gfl
05/01/2026
🎉 Join us in celebrating our incredible student staff, volunteers and leaders at the University Memorial Center! We’re so proud of you! See the full list of our graduates here: https://bit.ly/40GE6Ef
04/21/2026
Join us for Brewery Night at The Connection with Breckenridge Brewery! Enjoy free bowling, pizza and swag.
🗓️ Thursday, April 23 | 6-8 p.m.
📍 UMC, The Connection
21+ only; must present valid ID. No exceptions. Open to students and the general public.
| Monday | 1pm - 10pm |
| Tuesday | 1pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday | 1pm - 10pm |
| Thursday | 1pm - 11pm |
| Friday | 1pm - 11pm |
| Saturday | 1pm - 11pm |
| Sunday | 1pm - 10pm |