Bowling is like taking a road test: the only way to win is to knock over more obstacles than everyone else. Cruise to victory with today’s Groupon: for $12, you get $25 worth of bowling, shoe rental, laser tag, and arcade tokens at Northcross Lanes at the Lake in Huntersville.

Challenge friends, foes, and offspring on the expansive 40-lane bowling alley, in the laser-tag dome arena, or in the full arcade. Bowlers trade frames lobbing massive marbles at ivory idols to prove pitching precision in pursuit of Thanksgiving-themed turkeys or Arbor Day-honoring tree spares ($4.25–$5.25/person per game; $4.75/person shoe rental). Call ahead to ensure there is open bowling. Beam warriors can lock and load and exchange light rounds inside the day-glo Laser Dome chamber ($5/person). Or, trade in a dollar for four arcade tokens to contend in Skee-Ball and other games. Adults seeking respite from competition can visit the 41st Lane Lounge, which features regularly scheduled karaoke and occasional live bands.