Northern Lights Recreation

Northern Lights Recreation Northern Michigan's Entertainment Center! Bowling, laser tag, mixed reality gaming at Valo Arena, arcade fun & great food at Louie's Sports Bar & Grill.

Battle in our 2-story Laser Tag Arena or mini golf at Rocky's Beer Garden! Where Adults Meet Friends and Family for FUN!! Northern Lights Recreation is Northern Michigan's premium Entertainment Center. Bowling, Laser Tag, Billiards, Bar and full service Restaurant! The Sassy Loon Bar and Grill at Northern Lights Recreation is our full service 150 seat restaurant. Serving lunch and dinner daily, beginning at 11:00 am. We're a great restaurant which just happens to have a bowling alley! The Sassy Loon Bar and Grill was recently nominated "Best Casual Restaurant", "Best Overall Restaurant" AND "Best Bar" and more by the Petoskey News Review every year since 2014. Try one of our delicious menu items such as a half-pound burger using local meat, hand tossed pizza, fish, pasta or a Mexican entree. Northern Lights boasts one of the largest selections of beer, craft and local beer, wine and liquor choices in the area with 20 beers on tap. We are where adults meet and where the night life begins. Some of the BEST local and nationally recognized bands play HERE. Check our schedule for full details. We welcome large groups for lunch, dinner, birthday parties and more. Open daily at 11:00 AM, we are located on M-119 near the Harbor Springs airport. This is like no other bowling alley. Come in and see what the local buzz is about. Bowling, Laser Tag, dining and entertainment all together here. We are located between Petoskey and Harbor Springs Michigan - just a 5 mile drive from either downtown area! LASER TAG IS NOW OPEN!!! Check our website at www.NorthernLightsRec.com for all the details, including game times. Our Two Level State of the Art Arena will change the way you look at laser tag. Our themed arena will take you to the Lost City and beyond! Get ready for a New Generation of Play! Please note: Cash, Credit or Debit Card payments only. No Personal Checks Accepted.

Weekend plans? We’ve got a few ideas. 👀Whether you’re looking for a night out, something fun to do with the family, or a...
10/02/2026

Weekend plans? We’ve got a few ideas. 👀

Whether you’re looking for a night out, something fun to do with the family, or a place to spend Football Sunday with your crew, there’s lots happening at Northern Lights Recreation this weekend!

🎶 TONIGHT — Live Music with Sean Bielby
Kick off the weekend with live local music, great food and a cold drink at Louie’s. Grab some friends and settle in for Friday night with us. Music starts at 6:30!
🎳 SUNDAY — Family Funday
Make Sunday a family day! Get everyone together for bowling, arcade games, pizza and some quality time before the weekend is over.
🏈 SUNDAY — Game Day Tailgate at Louie’s
Grab your football crew and spend Sunday watching the games at Northern Michigan’s Premier Sports Bar. Enjoy food and drink specials, Gypsy craft cocktails, Call the Score for a chance to win gift cards, the Halftime Showdown, and earn another stamp on your Season Passport.

One weekend. Plenty of reasons to get out of the house 🏈

WE’RE GROWING OUR TEAM! 🍻Looking for a job where the atmosphere is fun, the days stay busy, and you get to be part of on...
10/01/2026

WE’RE GROWING OUR TEAM! 🍻

Looking for a job where the atmosphere is fun, the days stay busy, and you get to be part of one of Northern Michigan’s favorite places to eat, drink, watch the game and have a good time? Louie’s Bar & Grill at Northern Lights Recreation is hiring!

We’re looking for great people to join our team:
BARTENDERS • SERVERS • COOK

If you’re friendly, dependable, hardworking and enjoy being part of a team, we’d love to hear from you. Come work at Northern Michigan’s Premier Sports Bar & Grill and help us create the experience our guests keep coming back for.

Ready to join the team? Fill out an application on our website: https://northernlightsrec.com/employment/

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them below or share this post with them!

Come work where Northern Michigan comes to play!

Home • You are in Employment Northern Lights Recreation Employment Application Interested in joining our team at Northern Lights Recreation? If so, complete the application form below and we will be in contact with you soon!

09/30/2026

🎤 TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT!

The Pub & Grub Comedy Tour takes over Northern Lights Recreation TONIGHT, and there’s still time to join us for a night of live comedy, cold drinks and plenty of laughs.

🎟️ Grab your tickets now or get them at the door tonight!
Doors/seating open at 6:30 PM
Show starts at 7:00 PM

Round up your crew, grab a drink and get ready to laugh your way through Wednesday night.

SEE YOU TONIGHT FOR THE FUNNIEST NIGHT IN NORTHERN MICHIGAN!

Today’s winner of the Gameday Tailgate event held every Sunday, Monday, and Thursday sponsored by Gypsy Spirits is Bron...
09/27/2026

Today’s winner of the Gameday Tailgate event held every Sunday, Monday, and Thursday sponsored by Gypsy Spirits is Bronson Johnson. Congratulations Bronson for keeping it straight and down the center on the first hole at Rocky’s B**r Garden and Mini Golf see you next week!


09/25/2026

Come to Northern Lights Recreation tonight for some live music until 9:30 PM out on Rocky’s b**r garden and mini golf  it’s a beautiful night!

09/25/2026

Come out to Northern Lights Recreation for some live music outside at Rocky‘s b**r garden and mini golf it’s a beautiful night to be outside. Cheers!

Northern Michigan, you’re invited to a new Game Day tradition.Northern Lights Recreation and GYPSY SPIRITS are teaming u...
09/24/2026

Northern Michigan, you’re invited to a new Game Day tradition.

Northern Lights Recreation and GYPSY SPIRITS are teaming up to make football days about more than just watching the game. Game Day Tailgate at Louie’s Sports Bar is your place to get the crew together, cheer on your team, grab some great food and enjoy Gypsy craft cocktails while getting in on the action.

💰 Call the Score for a chance to win up to $60 in gift cards
🎯 Get selected for the Halftime Showdown and compete for prizes from Gypsy Spirits
🍸 Sip on Gypsy craft cocktails while you watch
🎟️ Grab a Season Passport, earn stamps and unlock rewards throughout the season
🏂 Plus, Season Passport holders have a chance to win the Gypsy snowboard grand prize

This isn’t just about watching football — it’s about creating a place where friends, fans and the Northern Michigan community can come together every week.

Game Day Tailgate happens every Sunday, Monday & Thursday at Louie’s Sports Bar inside Northern Lights Recreation.

And this Sunday, we’re calling all Detroit Lions fans. Grab your crew, wear your colors, grab a table and let’s make some noise together.

Don’t just watch the game, be part of Game Day with Northern Lights Recreation & Gypsy Spirits 🏈

Address

8865 Harbor Petoskey Road (M-119)
Harbor Springs, MI
49740

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 12am
Saturday 11am - 12am
Sunday 11am - 10pm

Telephone

+12313473100

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