9/27: Anniversary Celebration at Playa Bowls
Marking one year of serving superfruit bowls, smoothies and more in Blacksburg, Playa Bowls will welcome guests for an all-day anniversary event on Sunday, September 27, with giveaways, local organizations and plenty of ways to celebrate. Activities will include:
- Raffles throughout the day, with no purchase necessary to enter and an additional entry available with any purchase
- Complimentary samples of Playa Bowls’ signature superfruit bases, smoothies, cold brew and protein bites
- Information tables and giveaways hosted by local community partners from 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
- An autograph session with Hokie football players Matt Henderson and Benji Gosnell from 10–11 a.m., followed by women’s basketball players Alyssa Latham and Aniya Trent from 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
- A Snap Happy Photo Booth from 12–2 p.m.
The shop is also hosting anniversary giveaways on Instagram ahead of Sunday’s event. Guests can follow @PlayaBowlsBlacksburg for details and to enter.
WHERE: Playa Bowls Blacksburg – 460 Turner Street NW, Suite 210, Blacksburg, VA 24060
WHEN: All day, Sunday, September 27
WHY: Since opening in 2025, Playa Bowls Blacksburg has welcomed Virginia Tech students, residents and visitors through its doors. The celebration is an opportunity to thank the guests who have supported the shop and mark the occasion alongside local partners and members of the Hokie community.
ABOUT PLAYA BOWLS:
Playa Bowls is the nation’s leading superfruit bowl shop serving up an extensive and unique menu of over 40 items, including the bright flavors of acai, mango, pitaya, green, and coconut bowls alongside better-for-you refreshers, oatmeal bowls, juices, smoothies, and cold brew made with the freshest, high-quality ingredients. What began as a pair of blenders, a patio table, and a fridge in 2014 has flourished into more than 400 shops nationwide that operate in 32 states, thousands of team members, and a mission to lead communities in healthy, sustainable living. The rapidly growing franchise has received numerous accolades, including No. 7 on the 2026 Franchise Times Fast & Serious List, placement on Entrepreneur magazine’s 2026 Franchise 500, Forbes 30 Under 30, Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers 2026, QSR Young Leaders to Watch, and recognition as a finalist for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Visit playabowls.com for additional information and stay connected on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. For more information on franchising, please visit franchise.playabowls.com/.
