21+ VIP Party on Friday, Nov. 1 to Benefit Alzheimer’s Association of Utah at Pins & Ales Grand Opening Party Saturday, Nov. 9 Benefits “Choose Gang Free” at All Star
Utah’s own fast-growing family entertainment center company announces their long-anticipated opening of All Star Bowling & Entertainment and Pins & Ales at Valley Fair with two open-to-the public events at this exciting new destination for fun.
The festivities kick off on Friday, Nov. 1 with a charity benefit party for the 21+ set from 7 – 10 p.m. Held in Pins & Ales this “first peek” will feature boutique bowling, bocce ball and bar games, a sampling of Chef Mags’ bar bites and music by DJ Fresh(ness). The cost is just $20 and 100 percent of ticket proceeds benefit the Alzheimer’s Association of Utah. Cocktail specials and their own Bonneville Brews will be available for purchase. Tickets are available bit.ly/pinsales_alz.
The big Grand Opening celebration will be held Saturday, Nov. 9. From 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., in partnership with the Granite School District. The public will be offered a $20 gaming card for $10, with proceeds going to Choose Gang Free. The fun includes a DJ, balloon artist and face painting. The first 50 people in the door will get a pass for a free game of bowling and shoe rental, a $10 game card and one free pass for bumper cars and laser tag. The next 150 people in the door will receive a free $10 game card.
Also, on Nov. 9 from 6 until 9 p.m., it’s a big public party for the Grand Opening of Pins & Ales for adults aged 21+, there will be free bar games and free menu tasting stations. Specialty cocktails, Bonneville Brews and other alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.
“We are pleased to welcome All Star’s fifth location to Valley Fair. Not only will they have a dramatic impact on the west side of the county, they also will have a tremendous economic impact, hiring more than 100 people with a payroll of more than $1.5 million,” said Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson. “They have also made a great commitment to the area with a $10 million build-out of this new 70,000 square foot facility.”
“We are dedicated to our community and want to make sure we are contributing in a meaningful way,” said Suzi Summer, All Star Bowling & Entertainment’s Director of Sales. “As we celebrate this momentous milestone opening, we are proud to donate all proceeds of ticket sales to Alzheimer’s Association of Utah and to ‘Choose Gang Free.”
Modeled after its Draper location, All Star Valley Fair, boasts a high-tech family-friendly bowling center of 32 lanes with unique technology and luxury seating plus nighttime cosmic bowling experiences with art lasers and black lights. More than 130 of the latest interactive and virtual reality games, from old-school table air hockey and basketball to the latest technology games, generate redeemable points. Families can enjoy bumper cars with fast cars and high-energy music or laser tag with lasers, mirrors, haze and unique themes. It’s the perfect place for a party with friends, date night or corporate celebrations. This is the fifth location in the valley, joining Draper, Sandy, West Jordan and Tooele. Hours of operation, Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m. – midnight, Fridays, 10 a.m. until 1 a.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. – 1 a.m. and Sundays 9 a.m. – midnight.
Pins & Ales 21+ nightclub adds to the fun for the 21+ crowd. This high-energy nightclub and sports bar open to adults 21+, is a truly unique mix of VIP upscale bowling lanes, DJs, large screens, dance music, delicious dining and nightclub scene entertainment with hand-crafted cocktails and selections from their very own Bonneville Brewery. Revelers can celebrate at the large island bar in the vibrant lounge or around a firepit on the patio. Entertainment options at Pins & ales include giant Jenga, corn hole, shuffleboard and bocce ball courts. Hours of operation: Tues. – Sat. 11 a.m. – 1 a.m. and Sunday and Monday 11 a.m. until midnight.
Mouthwatering chef-inspired American cuisine with more than 100 menu choices includes delicious shareables like wings, loaded nachos, oven-baked artisan pizza and a full range of starter plates, inspired sandwiches, gourmet burgers and healthy salads. House specialties like taco platters, beer-battered fish and chips, Santa Fe barbecue chicken or a delicate honey miso glazed salmon filet are offered. There is something to tempt every palate and full service to the lanes for serious aficionados. For the thirsty, All Star boasts a full bar with hand-crafted cocktails and full line of brews from their very own Bonneville Brewery in Tooele, Utah, whose non-alcoholic options include Captain Benjamin’s Root Beer and Lady Elizabeth’s Cream Soda.
“All Star Bowling & Entertainment and Pins & Ales fit in perfectly with all of our exciting changes at Valley Fair,” said Jessica Peterson, Marketing Manager for Valley Fair. “Between our full calendar of community-driven events and infusion of new retail, dining and entertainment, we are proud to offer incredible lifestyle experiences to the community.”