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 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!
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 Ms. Pac Man, Centipede, Asteroids, Gauntlet, Galaga, Mortal Kombat 2, Crazy Taxi, Area 51, Mr. Do, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Donkey Kong and many more! Between all of our dedicated cabinets as well as our “multicade” machines, we have over 100 video arcade games to choose from!
There’s even a public parking lot directly behind us, street parking out front, and another lot behind Cinco De Mayo – all free!
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! Contact us to get your private party set up.
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).
To celebrate Pinball Land’s 2nd Anniversary we have opened a whole new wing of the arcade to accommodate 8 more awesome pinball machines! Take a look at this beautiful new space: For those of you who are longtime Pinball Land fans you may be asking yourself, “Where did they put this?!” “Phase 3” as we’re…
Stern’s WrestleMania pinball has body slammed its way into Pinball Land! This game’s stand-out feature is an upper playfield that’s actually a miniature wrestling ring. Get the ball in the ring to challenge opponents, win title belts and become the champion! So, pull up your wrestling tights, tighten the turnbuckles, eat your vitamins and say…
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Stern’s JAWS pinball machine is now available for play at Pinball Land! Featuring a fun layout, immersive lighting, music and visuals, and an intensity never before seen in a pinball machine, this is one game you just have to play. Keep reading to learn more about this stunning game you’re going to want to try…
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DRAGON’S LAIR! The fantasy adventure where you become a valiant knight on a quest to rescue the fair princess from the clutches of an evil dragon. You control the actions of a daring adventurer, finding his way through the castle of a dark wizard, who has enchanted it with treacherous monsters and obstacles. In the…
The rhythm game sensation Dance Dance Revolution (or DDR) is now at Pinball Land! Dance Dance Revolution is a rhythm-based arcade game that gave rise to the entire music game genre. It was originally released in Japan in 1998 by Konami and was later released in North America the following year. It took the world…
Located on scenic Courtland Street in beautiful downtown Rockford, Michigan, Pinball Land arcade features a lineup of over a dozen pinball machines as well as classic video arcade games, all available for you to play. The best part – no quarters required! You pay for admission and all of the games inside are free. With…
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The dust has settled after an incredibly fun opening weekend at Pinball Land. Lots of guests, lots of games being played, and most importantly, lots of smiles! The surprise favorite game of the weekend was none other than Gottlieb’s “hidden gem” Big Hurt! It’s a game I personally love, but I did not expect the…
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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Treat your students to a true STEAM experience with a field trip to Rockford, MI’s favorite arcade, Pinball Land! More than jut a fun outing, we give your group a special peek behind the curtain and show how your favorite arcades games and pinball machines actually work. Read on to find out just how educational…
Get ready for an adventure 65 million years in the making – Jurassic Park pinball by Stern! Now available at Pinball Land! From the mind of Keith Elwin (designer of the awesome Iron Maiden pinball machine) comes a smooth-shooting game that is truly a “pinball adventure.” With 4 ramps, a super-juicy spinner, a very clever…
We’ve added yet another elecro-mechanical gem to Pinball Land’s game lineup – Gottlieb’s Pro Football! This 1973 pinball machine features 4 flippers in a super unconventional flipper arrangement, a very special way of launching the ball, and even two different ways to score. Keep on reading to learn more about this terrific pinball machine!
