Pinball in Rhode Island

ElectroMagnetic Pinball Museum at 881 Main St in Pawtucket is a hands-on, family-friendly pinball and retro-arcade museum and restoration space in the Creative Commerce Center that blends vintage and modern machines, STEAM-focused exhibits, and rentable party/meeting rooms for events while supporting pinball preservation and education. For a $10 all‑day admission visitors get unlimited freeplay on a large rotating floor of pinball and classic arcade games—open 10 AM–9 PM Tuesday–Sunday—and reviewers commonly report roughly 130–150 playable machines and a vast vintage collection that appeals to casual families and serious pinball enthusiasts alike.

Free Play Bar & Arcade at 182 Pine St in downtown Providence, RI is a 21+ retro arcade bar that pairs a full bar and pizza menu with an expansive game room—more than 160 classic video games, skee ball, DDR and a rotating collection of about 20 pinball machines, all set to free play per the venue’s Providence listing. The lively spot is regularly praised for its friendly staff, strong beer selection and fun nightlife atmosphere, making it a popular destination for gamers and groups in Providence.

Pizza J at 967 Westminster St in Providence, RI is a lively pizza-and-pinball destination that blends a creative pizza restaurant, arcade bar and tournament-friendly pinball arcade for nights out on Federal Hill. The venue features 13 pinball machines alongside a menu of inventive pies, grinders and a rotating selection of craft beers, creating a casual, social atmosphere for players and diners alike. Guests consistently praise the upbeat vibe, friendly staff and solid pizza in online reviews, making Pizza J a popular spot for both casual meals and pinball sessions in Providence.

The Dusty Planet at 39 Troy Street in Olneyville, Providence is an artist-made indoor 9-hole "space adventure" miniature golf course, arcade and bar that pairs handcrafted scenic holes with classic arcade titles and a rotating pinball lineup, making it a family-friendly daytime destination and a lively nightlife/event space for karaoke, league nights and private parties; the arcade runs on quarters (with a change machine) and, in partnership with Cardaci Pinball, currently features Sorcerer, Guardians of the Galaxy, Iron Maiden, Terminator 2, The Comet, Royal Rumble and Pinbot among its pinball offerings.

Ravenous Brewing Company at 10 Industrial Rd in Cumberland, RI is a Latino‑owned craft brewery and roomy taproom known for rotating house beers, seasonal pours, regular food trucks, live music, dog‑friendly indoor/outdoor seating and private‑event hosting, making it a popular local gathering spot for friends and families. The taproom also features a five‑machine pinball collection—Cue Ball Wizard, Deadpool (Pro), Dirty Harry, Starfire and Lawman—providing casual arcade fun alongside pints and events.