Located not far away in Fairplay is the eight-lane South Park Bowl Bar and Grill (no website; 123 Frontage Rd, Fairplay; 719-836-4900) bowling facility. This family facility is nonsmoking and open every day of the week and can easily accommodate a birthday party or party event, as it also houses a restaurant and bar. On Friday and Saturday nights the bowling center offers what it calls "Chaos Bowling," in which bowlers roll in fog, black light and laser lights, all accompanied to music. The facility also features pinball machines and a video arcade.
The 1,600-acre Staunton State Park hosts recreational activities such as hiking, camping and picnicking. Further away is Deer Creek Canyon Park, which has covered picnicking areas that can be used for parties. The park offers many hiking trails and is home to the Lookout Mountain Nature Center, which offers educational exhibits and activities. Other parks close to Pine Junction which can also accommodate party arrangements include Pine Valley Ranch Park and Reynolds Ranch County Park.
The Meadow Creek Lodge and Event Center (meadowcreekbb.com) can host a number of events, from weddings to anniversary parties or luncheons to corporate getaways or functions. The facility offers spa services and a dining facility, hosts yoga classes and offers activities such as fishing and hiking on site. The facility is nonsmoking and pet-friendly (for small, single pets). Both indoor and outdoor parties can be accommodated, and the facility can provide an entertainment system as well as full-service bar setups.
Fast-food chains offer an opportunity to host a quick and affordable party. In the neighboring town of Aspen Park is a Wendy's restaurant (wendys.com), which offers a discounted rate for those celebrating their birthdays and which offers kids' meals. In nearby Littleton is a McDonald's restaurant (mcdonalds.com), which will provide party decorations with prior arrangement. Other fast-food establishments in Littleton include Chick-Fil-A and KFC.
