ABOUT US
The Pickford family has operated Showtime Lanes for over two decades.
 
Bill took over Samarge Lanes in January of 1995, which then became Showtime Lanes. Bill grew up in Springfield, IL a few miles away from King Pin Lanes, and always enjoyed bowling in the youth program. Bill later began working at King Pin Lanes and fell in love with it. Bill learned Samarge Lanes was for sale in Virden, and moved his family from Dawson, IL to Girard and has lived there ever since. Along with his wife, Terri, they have made Showtime what it is today.

They have 3 children, Bryan, Gina, and Kaylee, who have all contributed to working for the family business. Kaylee was appointed Assistant Manager in 2016 and plans to carry on the family business with the help of her brother and sister. Bill and Terri have 7 grandchildren: Bentley, Parker, Angel baby Avry, Gideon, Keegan, Oliver, and Taelyn.
The Pickfords have enjoyed living and contributing to the communities of Virden and Girard and hope to offer a family-friendly fun center for many years to come. 
 
 

Services

Full Service Restaurant & Catering
Full service restaurant serving up breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
 
Buffet is held: Wednesday 10:30am - 1:30pm and 5pm - 7:30 p.m.
 
 
Sunday Brunch buffet is served 10:30am - 1:30pm
 
Pro Shop
Order the latest bags, balls, shoes and more.
Balls drilled in house by Bill Pickford, Owner.
 
Pro Shop carries all of your bowling needs!

Activities

Laser Tag
Pirates Quest Laser Tag! New arena built Dec. 2016.
 
Offers fun for all ages!
1 Person $8
2 People $13
3 People $18
 
 
Combo pricing with bowling and laser tag:
1 game of each activity - $12
2 games of each activity - $22
 
Bowling
Weekdays: $4.50 per game, per person!
Weekends: $5 per game, per person!
Shoe rental $2.50 or you can bowl in socks.
 
Birthday Parties Welcome!
 
Combo prices with Laser Tag included are available.
 
Mini Arcade
Mini Arcade with the latest games to keep the youngsters entertained!

Hours

CAFE:
MON-THUR 7am - 8:30pm
FRI & SAT 7am - 9pm
SUN 7am - 3pm 

BOWLING & Laser Tag:
OPEN PUBLIC BOWL HOURS:
MON Closed for Youth League
TUE Closed for Adult Leagues
WED 5pm - 9pm
THUR 5pm - 9pm
FRI 5pm - 10pm
SAT 1pm - 10pm
SUN Noon - 3pm

LASER TAG:
MON-THUR 5pm - 9pm
FRI 5pm - 10pm
SAT 1 pm - 10pm 
SUN Noon - 3pm