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!

How to Start a Pinball Machine

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Bang!

What Was That Loud Sound?!

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While playing pinball, or while hanging out at an arcade where pinball machines are present, it’s common to hear a loud BANG! It’s a sound so loud and so sudden it can make people jump out of their shoes and look over their shoulder as if they broke something! I want to assure you, that…

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Party Time! How to Throw a Private Arcade Party

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Classic retro video arcade games at Pinball Land

Top 10 Arcade Games for High Score Hunters at Pinball Land

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If you’re looking for the best arcade games at Pinball Land to test your skills and compete for the highest score, you’ve come to the right place. We have so many classic arcade games it can be difficult to decide where to start! Here are the top 10 arcade games for high score hunters at…

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Join the Rockford Pinball League

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Finally, after years of setbacks, the Rockford Pinball League has begun! Meet up with fellow pinball enthusiasts each week at Pinball Land to compete for the ultimate title of “Grand Champion” and the honor of wearing the championship belt. Read on to find out all the information you need to get started with Pinball Land’s…

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The Fast and the Furious Super Bikes are Here!

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I know how much you love the racing games at Pinball Land, so when the guys over at 616 Amusements offered me a set of Fast and the Furious Super Bikes, I just had to take them up on it. This game is awesome and humongous, featuring two full-size motorcycles you get to ride on…

Asteroids Deluxe arcade monitor at Pinball Land arcade in Rockford MI

Atari’s Asteroids Now Available!

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Today we welcome one of the most iconic arcade games of all time to Pinball Land: Atari’s ASTEROIDS! This is truly a game that must be seen in person to be appreciated. Photos do NOT do it justice! As a bonus, we have the “Deluxe” version of Asteroids featuring a stunning blacklight-lit backdrop. They sure…

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John Wick Spotted at Pinball Land

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Classic video arcade games at Pinball Land Rockford

Pinball Land’s Greatest Expansion is Now Open!

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West Michigan’s ultimate retro arcade experience, Pinball Land, has completed it’s third and final expansion! This new addition, “Phase 4”, consists of an entirely new wing which houses an impressive row of classic video arcade games and a dedicated party space! Keep on reading to get a sneak preview on this exciting new room that’s…

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Q*Bert: A Player’s Guide

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This article was written by William Brohaugh and originally published in Creative Computing Video & Arcade Games magazine, Vol. 1, No. 2 in 1983. Not only does it contain some excellent tips and tricks for playing Q*Bert, it’s a great read, truly bringing you back to that magical era when the excitement of arcade games…

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…

Cup Holders on Pinball Machines at Pinball Land arcade

Cup Holders Now On All Pinball Machines

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That’s right – we now have cup holders!  Now you can enjoy an ice cold soda pop while you play! Just place your beverage of choice in the convenient cup holder, located under the plungers on the right-side of each machine, and satisfy your pinball and sweet beverage cravings at the same time! We have…

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Fox 17 News Finds Winter Fun at Pinball Land

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This morning Candace Monacelli from Fox 17 News dropped by Pinball Land to see just how much fun someone can have during the cold, wet months of winter…as long as they’re at an arcade! We played pinball, Ms Pac Man and even got our groove on with some Dance Dance Revolution. Check out all the…

Pinball Land presents PinballMania! A pinball tournament featuring pro wrestlers.

Pro Wrestling + Pinball. Welcome to PinballMania!

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PinballMania is coming to Pinball Land Wednesday, November 9! Real pro wrestlers take on our local heroes in 2 hours of nonstop competitive pinball! Professional wrestlers Truth Martini, Brutus “Scourge of the Swamp” Atwell, TJ Meyer, Ryan Matthais and Alex Van Zant will all be competing in the tournament! Read on to find out how…