# Where to Play Pinball in Omaha: Arcades, Pool Halls, and Breweries with Machines
by [Colin Alsheimer](/author/colin) · May 19, 2025 · [Travel](/news/category/travel)

> Omaha's pinball scene spans a vintage shop with rare electromechanical games, a massive pool hall collection, and several barcades across the metro.

Omaha offers one of the stronger pinball scenes in the Midwest, with multiple venues spread across the metro. The Leavenworth corridor alone hosts a vintage shop with rare electromechanical games and a free-play arcade in a historic building, while other neighborhoods contribute a pool hall with a deep collection, a Little Bohemia barcade, and a suburban brewery.

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The variety here spans eras and atmospheres: collectors can find machines dating to the 1940s at Vintage Oasis, while modern Stern releases dominate the pool hall and brewery lineups. Several venues host regular tournaments and events.

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Here's where to find pinball across the Omaha metro.

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Venue

Area

Machines

Type

[Vintage Oasis Omaha](https://www.kineticist.com/locations/vintage-oasis-omaha)

Leavenworth

29

Arcade

[Big John's Billiards](https://www.kineticist.com/locations/big-johns-billiards)

South Omaha

18

Bar

[Beercade 2](https://www.kineticist.com/locations/beercade-2)

Little Bohemia

14

Barcade

[Arcade 33](https://www.kineticist.com/locations/arcade-33)

Leavenworth

A few

Arcade

[Heavy Brewing](https://www.kineticist.com/locations/heavy-brewing)

Gretna

A few

Brewery

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## Omaha Arcades

### Vintage Oasis Omaha

**Vintage shop and retro arcade · Leavenworth**

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[Vintage Oasis Omaha](/locations/vintage-oasis-omaha) blends a vintage shop, record store, and retro arcade with a curated pinball collection spanning decades. The venue houses 29 machines ranging from classic electromechanical titles like Humpty Dumpty (1947) and Flipper (1960) to modern solid-state games. Regular events and tournaments complement the nostalgia-driven atmosphere.

-   Pinball machines: 29
-   Practical notes: Wed-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am-4pm; vintage shop with records and collectibles
-   Address: 2511 Leavenworth St, Omaha, NE 68105

### Arcade 33

**Free-play arcade · Leavenworth**

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[Arcade 33](/locations/arcade-33) operates as a free-play arcade in a 1933 building on Leavenworth Street. The venue features a custom bar made from old playfields, beer and canned cocktails, and all games set to free play. The space is popular for private parties and corporate events alongside casual visits.

-   Pinball machines: A few
-   Practical notes: No quarters needed; free-play on all games; private event rentals available
-   Address: 3301 Leavenworth St, Omaha, NE 68105

## Omaha Bars with Pinball

### Big John's Billiards

**Pool hall and bar · South Omaha**

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[Big John's Billiards](/locations/big-johns-billiards) offers a substantial pinball collection alongside pool tables in a roomy, lively atmosphere. The venue maintains 18 machines spanning modern hits like Medieval Madness, John Wick, and Dungeons & Dragons alongside classics like Twilight Zone, The Addams Family, and Doctor Who. Regular tournaments and friendly staff draw a steady crowd.

-   Pinball machines: 18
-   Practical notes: Pool hall atmosphere; full drink menu; regular tournaments
-   Address: 9819 M St, Omaha, NE 68127

### Beercade 2

**Arcade bar · Little Bohemia**

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[Beercade 2](/locations/beercade-2) anchors the Little Bohemia neighborhood with 14 pinball machines and a full-service bar. The venue hosts tournaments and special events, maintaining a well-curated lineup that includes Dungeons & Dragons, Pulp Fiction, Cirqus Voltaire, and classic remakes like Cactus Canyon and Attack from Mars.

-   Pinball machines: 14
-   Practical notes: Rotating craft beers; tournaments and events; relaxed atmosphere
-   Address: 1423 South 13th St, Omaha, NE 68108

## Omaha Area Breweries with Pinball

### Heavy Brewing

**Brewery taproom · Gretna**

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[Heavy Brewing](/locations/heavy-brewing) pairs craft beer and pizza with pinball in a spacious Gretna taproom. The venue features garage-style bay doors, event space, and a lineup of modern premium machines including Iron Maiden, The Mandalorian, Guns N' Roses, and Godzilla.

-   Pinball machines: A few
-   Practical notes: Full food menu with pizza; roomy taproom; event space
-   Address: 20333 Patton St, Gretna, NE 68028

Omaha's pinball options span collectors' territory at Vintage Oasis to modern tournament play at Big John's and Beercade 2. The free-play format at Arcade 33 suits extended sessions, while Heavy Brewing provides a suburban option with quality machines and craft beer.

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