UT's Home of Bowling, Billiards, and More!

Nestled in the basement of the University Center, Down Under is open to the public with UT Students/Staff/Faculty receiving discounted rates.

Down Under boasts:

• Twelve USBC certified, synthetic bowling lanes (bumper bowling available)
• Eleven professional, nine-foot, Brunswick billiard tables
• Two table tennis tables (Butterfly and Ketler)
• Coin operated Air Hockey and Foosball
• Play darts (adults only), board games, and card games free of charge
• Two television lounges, one boasting a 62" HD Television
• Refreshments including sodas, juice, water, chips, and candy
• Classes offered fall, spring, and summer terms (yes, you can actually get academic credit for bowling!)

Glow Bowl

Glow Bowl times have loud music, moving lights, flashing lights and black lights. We encourage guests to wear white or neon clothing to take advantage of the black light effects! Friday and Saturday nights are typically a little louder and wilder because we're full of UT students. Saturday days and Sundays are typically a little more tame for the younger ones. During standard operating hours, Glow bowl times are:

• Friday, 5:00pm-midnight
• Saturday, 10:00am-2:30pm and 5:00pm-midnight (varies on home football game days)
• Sunday, 3:30pm-6:00pm

Something for Everyone

Whether you are 2 or 102, we can help you have a good time. We have lightweight balls, tiny shoes, and bumpers for the wee ones. We also have special equipment to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please call 974-1077 to discuss any special needs prior to your arrival.

Hours of Operation

Hours vary for holidays, Administrative Closings, semester breaks, and other special events.

See our Event Calendar for specific information.

Contact Information

Down Under Recreation Center
1502 W. Cumberland Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37996-4800
Main Phone: (865) 974-3450
Reservations: (865) 974-1077
Fax: (865) 974-1060
Email: amyanderson@utk.edu