ABOUT PINBALL LAND

Pinball Land
Rockford Michigan’s Family Friendly Arcade

Located in beautiful downtown Rockford, Pinball Land is a retro arcade featuring 7 rooms of awesome pinball machines and some of the best video arcade games of all time.

The best part – no quarters required!  No appointments!  Just come in, pay admission and all of the games inside are free to play.

You can play for just an hour, or get an all-day pass so you can come and go as much as you like.  The all day pass allows you to take breaks for food and drink at any of the terrific bars and restaurants in Rockford to really make a day of it.

Pinball Land is packed with pinball players enjoying the wide range of pinball machines available.

Pinball Machines

Pinball Land features pinball games from many eras and styles, showcasing a wide range of what pinball is all about. We have games from all of the major pinball manufacturers: Gottlieb, Bally, Williams and Stern, all well-maintained to our high standards. Play ’em all, find your favorite, then ask the friendly Arcade Guardian on duty for tips and tricks!

A row of pinball machines at Pinball Land arcade in Rockford, MI including James Bond 007, FunHouse, Foo Fighters, Jaws, Eight Ball Deluxe, Uncanny X-Men, Attack from Mars and Joker Poker

Video Arcade Games

It’s not just pinball at Pinball Land!  We also have a great selection of classic video arcade games, including sit-down driving games where you can race head-to-head!  We have Pac Man, Centipede, Galaga, Q*Bert, Street Fighter 2, Mortal Kombat 2, Area 51, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Donkey Kong, NBA Jam, NFL Blitz, and so many more!  Between all of our dedicated arcade game cabinets as well as our “multicade” machines, we have almost 1,000 video arcade games to choose from!  We even have linked-together car racing and motorcycle racing games and a Dance Dance Revolution machine!

The Retro Video Arcade Room at Pinball Land with a row of classic video arcade games

Food and Drink

Pinball Land is surrounded by great food and drink, all within walking distance!  The Corner Bar, Uccello’s, The Pump House, Marinade’s Pizza Bistro, Cinco De Mayo, Underground Cookie Club, Grill One Eleven, Dam Dogs, Rocky’s Ice Cream and more are all just a stone’s throw away.

Thanks to Rockford’s RORA (Rockford Outdoor Refreshment Area) program, you can also bring in beverages from any participating vendor!  And we even have cup holders on all the pinball machines for your drinking-and-playing convenience.

There’s even a public parking lot directly behind us, street parking out front, and another lot behind Cinco De Mayo – all free!

Some of the classic video arcade games at Pinball Land including a Neo Geo, Q*Bert and Police Trainer, all under neon skies.

Private Parties and Special Events

Pinball Land is a great place for a private party, whether you’re hosting a small birthday party, holding a team-building event with your company, or just having a fun night out with your group of friends.

You can rent the entire arcade for a 2-hour block either before we open to the public or after we close.  You can even bring in your own food and drinks and decorations!  Contact us to get your private party set up.

Throw the ultimate gamer birthday party at Pinball Land arcade! You can decorate the party area with whatever decorations you wish to bring!

Play a real game, with your real friends, in real life

We’re in this because we love pinball and the arcade experience and want to share the love with you and your family!  Have fun, make memories, and maybe even set some high scores.

You don’t need an appointment or a reservation – just come on down and have some fun with games!  We’re open 6 days a week (closed Mondays).

Looking forward to seeing you at Pinball Land!

The exterior of Pinball Land arcade in Rockford, Michigan!

Mortal Kombat 2 characters

A Krash Kourse in Mortal Kombat

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Why NBA Jam and NFL Blitz are Still the Kings of Sports Arcade Games

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The piano and animated Elton John figure inside of the Elton John pinball machine at Pinball Land arcade in Rockford, MI

Elton John Now Performing Daily at Pinball Land!

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That’s right! World-famous entertainer Elton John is now center-stage at Pinball Land arcade in Rockford, MI…inside of a pinball machine. We are proud to present Jersey Jack Pinball’s masterpiece, Elton John, quite possibly the greatest pinball machine ever built by anyone ever. Let’s explore this amazing game!

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Rockford Pinball League at Pinball Land

Rockford Pinball League at Pinball Land

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Deadpool Pinball: Beginner’s Guide

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Deadpool pinball is, without a doubt, the hottest pinball machine at Pinball Land.  It’s fast, it’s funny, it’s great for beginners and experts alike.  It’s also one of those games where the more you know, the better your scores will be!  This article will show you some quick tips to help you break through to…

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Sega’s Out Run Has Arrived at Pinball Land!

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Sega’s smash hit OUT RUN is now at Pinball Land! Fire up your Ferarri, pick your music, and push the pedal to the metal as you choose your own path to the finish line. Our OUT RUN cabinet is the upright version, complete with steering wheel, gear shift, and an awesome force-feedback motor.  As is…

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Orbitor 1 Has Landed – For a Limited Time Only!

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Nothing can prepare you for the intense experience of Orbitor 1, one of the most unique pinball machines ever created. Thanks to our partnership with GR Pinball, you can play this rare game at Pinball Land for a limited time only: October 5 until October 9, 2022! Afterwards, it will blast off forever! Read on…

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Grand Opening!

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Saturday, February 1, come down to Pinball Land and celebrate the official opening of Rockford Michigan’s new arcade! On opening day, we will have 13 awesome pinball machines such as Attack from Mars, Monster Bash, Theatre of Magic, Iron Maiden, Paragon, X-Men and more. There’s also tons of classic video arcade games for you to…

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The Beatles Pinball Now Available at Pinball Land

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Ladies and gentlemen, it’s The Beatles! The Fab Four are performing daily at Pinball Land in their very own pinball machine! This game is a true blast from the past, featuring a single-level classic-style layout even though it was made in 2018. Even though it doesn’t have fancy ramps like its peers, The Beatles pinball…

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How to Play Multiplayer Pinball

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Nintendo Play Choice 10 Arcade Cabinet at Pinball Land arcade in Rockford, MI

Play Choice Arcade is a Nintendo Lover’s Dream

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Back in the 1980’s, if you wanted to try a video game before buying it, your main option was to rent the game from your local video rental store.  Nintendo thought of another concept: playing games for their Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) on a Play Choice arcade cabinet. Originally, the Nintendo Play Choice arcade games…

Pinball machines at Pinball Land arcade in Rockford, MI

WOOD TV 8 Names Pinball Land “Today’s Top Pick”

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Today local television station WOOD TV 8 named Pinball Land arcade in Rockford, MI “Today’s Top Pick!” Not only did they give us the title, but they even put out a really nice video.  Take a look! We are honored by the title and really appreciate them giving us a shout out and a link…

Led Zeppelin Pinball at Pinball Land Icarus Toy

Led Zeppelin Pinball is Here!

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Get ready to rock with one of the fastest, smoothest, and most immersive pinball experiences ever designed – Led Zeppelin!  Pinball Land is proud to feature this sensational game in our lineup. Ramble on and take a look at what makes this game so special.

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Check Out Our Front Page Feature in The Rockford Squire!

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Hot off the presses! The Rockford Squire has written a lovely article about Pinball Land in the Thursday, July 22, 2021 issue, and they even put it right on the front page. Read the entire article here!

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