The Sanctum

The Sanctum at 290 Pratt St in Meriden, CT is a community-run pinball co-op and tournament arcade that welcomes adults, families, and kids with an active, volunteer-driven community supporting play and events. The venue features a large, well-maintained collection—around 50 pinball machines covering classic and modern titles—and a reputation as a regional pinball mecca among players and reviewers. The Sanctum regularly hosts tournaments, special launch parties, raffles and affordable freeplay nights (reported $10 Monday freeplay), plus rotating promotions and prize giveaways detailed on its site.