The HUB Stadium, Auburn Hills — Football Bowling Is the One

I went to The HUB Stadium in Auburn Hills for a work holiday party, my first time there.

Two things surprised me: how large the space is, and how many activities they've packed into it.

Football Bowling Was the Winner

Easily my favorite thing there, and the one I'd go back for.

The idea is exactly what it sounds like: instead of rolling a ball at the pins, you throw a football at them. It's easy to pick up, it's funny to watch, and it works for a group where people have wildly different athletic ability — which is most work parties.

Next time I'll probably stick to football bowling and the bar, and I mean that as a compliment to football bowling.

The Event Space and Food

The venue space we were in was quite spacious, and the food they served was very good.

For a work party, those are the two that matter. Everything else is a bonus.

Honest Notes on the Rest

I'll be straight about the things that landed less well for me — personal preference, not complaints about the operation.

The axe throwing was cool, but the range felt a little short compared to other places I've used. If you've never thrown, you likely won't notice.

The golf sims were touch and go during our visit. Others in the group didn't mind.

Neither of those ruined anything. Overall it was a fun night, and with this many activities under one roof you're going to have favorites and non-favorites — that's sort of the point.

Since my visit they've added archery and mega darts, which I haven't tried yet.

What It's Good For

• Work parties and corporate events
• Groups where people want options
• Birthdays
• A night out with something to do

Before You Go

Open seven days. 11 AM–10 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–midnight Friday and Saturday, noon–9 PM Sunday.

Book ahead for groups — they handle events and the space fills, especially around the holidays.

Visit The HUB Stadium

2550 Innovation Dr, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Phone: (248) 364-4000
Hours: Mon–Thu 11 AM–10 PM · Fri–Sat 11 AM–12 AM · Sun 12–9 PM

No catch. Nobody paid me, nobody asked me, and nobody comped me anything. Writing reviews is a hobby of mine — I've been doing it a lot longer than I've been putting them on my own site. I went, I had a good time, and I think good business deserves a good review.

I'm Jon Petrous. I run Jpetrous Creative Services out of Casco — branding, websites, and marketing for local businesses across Macomb and St. Clair County. Writing reviews is the hobby. Helping places like this one get found is the job. If you're running a business and the second part sounds useful, I'm around.