# Where to Play Pinball in Richmond: Arcades, Breweries, and Record Shops with Machines by [Colin Alsheimer](/author/colin) · May 19, 2025 · [Travel](/news/category/travel) > Richmond's pinball scene spans a member-run collective, a horror-themed arcade in a record shop, and several brewcades across the metro area. Richmond's pinball scene centers on two dedicated spots with large collections: a member-run collective in Midlothian and a horror-themed arcade inside a Scott's Addition record shop. Both operate on free-play admission models, making them destinations for extended sessions. ‍ Beyond the dedicated arcades, breweries in Ashland and Henrico offer pinball alongside craft beer, while an arcade bar in Short Pump provides a suburban option. The region's offerings span from vintage machines to modern releases. ‍ Here's where to find pinball across the Richmond metro. ‍ Venue Area Machines Type [Richmond Pinball Collective](https://www.kineticist.com/locations/richmond-pinball-collective) Midlothian 40+ Arcade [Wax Moon](https://www.kineticist.com/locations/wax-moon) Scott's Addition 30+ Arcade [Center of the Universe Brewing](https://www.kineticist.com/locations/center-of-the-universe-brewing-company) Ashland 10+ Brewery [Draftcade Richmond](https://www.kineticist.com/locations/draftcade-richmond) Short Pump 10+ Arcade Bar [Back to the Media](https://www.kineticist.com/locations/back-to-the-media---video-games-records-and-comics) Winchester A few Entertainment [Final Gravity Brewing](https://www.kineticist.com/locations/final-gravity-brewing) Henrico A few Brewery ‍ ## Richmond Arcades ### Richmond Pinball Collective **Pinball-focused arcade · Midlothian** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-richmond-va/inline/6967c5771155af43c7c22a6d_67073cd1bff12cc57607ffac_richmond-pinball-collective-pinball-arcade.avif) [Richmond Pinball Collective](/locations/richmond-pinball-collective) operates as a non-profit social club with the largest pinball collection in the Richmond area. The 2,400-square-foot space houses vintage and modern machines, all set to free play. The collective runs league nights, tournaments, and an all-women league called Belles and Chimes, with beer and snacks available. - Pinball machines: 40+ - Practical notes: $15/day entry; all machines free play; league nights draw 60+ players - Address: 9550 Midlothian Turnpike, Unit 112, Midlothian, VA 23235 ### Wax Moon **Record shop with arcade · Scott's Addition** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-richmond-va/inline/6967c5943fbe82974ce3480e_67073687e02e58370af14a6e_wax-moon-pinball-arcade-richmond.avif) [Wax Moon](/locations/wax-moon) combines a horror-themed pinball arcade with a metal and goth-leaning record shop in Scott's Addition. The 3,000-square-foot space expanded to house 30+ machines alongside vinyl, VHS, and collectibles. Monthly tournaments run the last Saturday of each month, with a separate women's tournament series. - Pinball machines: 30+ - Practical notes: $10 entry weekdays, $15 Saturdays; all machines free play; monthly tournaments - Address: 1310 Altamont Ave, Richmond, VA 23230 ## Richmond Arcade Bars ### Draftcade Richmond **Arcade bar · Short Pump** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-richmond-va/inline/6967c8e8abfaf2348af43109_694032d2ccdefe0b87ea2e32_draftcade-pinball-arcade.webp) [Draftcade Richmond](/locations/draftcade-richmond) operates in Short Pump Town Center with a rotating pinball collection alongside classic arcade games. The venue offers unlimited play wristbands and approximately 60 beers on tap, drawing crowds for casual nights and group gatherings. - Pinball machines: 10+ - Practical notes: $10 unlimited play wristbands; 60 beers on tap - Address: 11800 West Broad St, Richmond, VA 23233 ## Richmond Breweries with Pinball ### Center of the Universe Brewing Company **Brewcade · Ashland** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-richmond-va/inline/6967c95be07a1aabf16515b8_69402d06dbda065742985e28_Center-of-the-Universe-Brewing-Company.webp) [Center of the Universe Brewing Company](/locations/center-of-the-universe-brewing-company) pairs craft beer with pinball in a brewcade-style tasting room north of Richmond. The Ashland venue includes a beer garden, live music, and a rotating lineup of machines from vintage to modern Stern releases. - Pinball machines: 10+ - Practical notes: Brewcade with beer garden; live music events - Address: 11293 Air Park Road, Ashland, VA 23005 ### Final Gravity Brewing **Brewcade · Henrico** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-richmond-va/inline/6967c977063843a047cfdc50_694028a8f9408be46f4e1730_final-gravity-brewing-company.webp) [Final Gravity Brewing](/locations/final-gravity-brewing) offers a relaxed taproom in Henrico with pinball, dartboards, and arcade games. The dog-friendly patio welcomes outside food, and the rotating craft beer lineup complements the mix of vintage and modern machines. - Pinball machines: A few - Practical notes: Dog-friendly patio; outside food welcome; rotating craft beer - Address: 6118 Lakeside Ave, Henrico, VA 23228 ## Outside Richmond ### Back to the Media - Video Games Records & Comics **Retro shop · Winchester** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-richmond-va/inline/6967c994644d1fa96116b600_6962ad11193ffbd8ea3b0b2d_back-to-the-media.webp) [Back to the Media](/locations/back-to-the-media---video-games-records-and-comics) operates about 90 miles northwest of Richmond in Winchester's Old Town district. The boutique retro shop stocks video games, vinyl records, and comics alongside a small pinball arcade with modern and classic machines. - Pinball machines: A few - Practical notes: Retro shop with games, records, comics; buys/sells/trades - Address: 48 S Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601 Richmond's pinball options reward different playing styles. The Pinball Collective and Wax Moon both offer free-play models ideal for extended sessions, while the brewcades provide a casual few games alongside craft beer. Wax Moon's horror theme and tournament scene draw a dedicated crowd, while the Collective's league nights attract competitive players. --- _Canonical URL: https://www.kineticist.com/news/play-pinball-richmond-va_