The Alley

If you’re looking for something to do on a rainy Saturday in Elk Grove, this place covers a lot of ground. Black light bowling, axe throwing, shuffleboard, ping pong, giant Connect 4, billiards, and a solid arcade — it’s the kind of spot where you show up for one thing and end up staying three hours. Skews older, best for kids 6 and up, and honestly more of a teens-and-adults hangout than a little kids birthday party situation. Staff can be hit or miss depending on the night, but when you get a good crew working, the whole vibe is better for it. Just go in knowing the pricing adds up fast if your group gets into everything.