# Where to Play Pinball in Sydney: Arcades, Bars, and Pubs with Machines by [Colin Alsheimer](/author/colin) · January 7, 2025 · [Travel](/news/category/travel) > Sydney's pinball scene stretches from dedicated barcades in the inner suburbs to traditional pubs scattered across the metro. Whether you're after a tournament venue or a few flips with a beer, the city has options in every direction. Sydney spreads its pinball machines across a wide metro area, from the inner city to the Northern Beaches and out to Western Sydney. The scene includes dedicated barcades, tournament clubs, traditional pubs, and large entertainment venues. ‍ Most pinball concentrates in the inner suburbs, but you'll also find machines in Penrith to the west, Mona Vale up north, and the newer developments in Oran Park. Here's where to find pinball across the Sydney metro. ‍ Venue Area Machines Type [Beercade Australia](/locations/beercade-australia) Redfern 20+ Barcade [Flipper Fellowship](/locations/flipper-fellowship) Arncliffe 20+ Pinball club [Willie's Wondercade](/locations/willies-wondercade) St Peters 10+ Arcade [Tattersalls Hotel](/locations/tattersalls-hotel) Penrith A few Bar [Courthouse Hotel](/locations/courthouse-hotel) Newtown A few Bar [Koko Amusement](/locations/koko-amusement) Sydney CBD A few Arcade [Park House Hotel](/locations/park-house-hotel) Mona Vale A few Bar [Oran Park Hotel](/locations/oran-park-hotel) Oran Park A few Entertainment venue ‍ ## Sydney Bars with Pinball ### Beercade Australia **Barcade · Redfern** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-sydney/inline/695d203147df1eb46ed3957a_beercade_australia.webp) [Beercade Australia](/locations/beercade-australia) operates as the showroom for Z Ball Amusements in Redfern, combining a bar setup with a rotating collection of pinball machines. The venue hosts monthly Flip Frenzy tournaments and serves as a regular meeting spot for the Sydney Pinball Club. Machines span classics like Creature from the Black Lagoon to newer titles including Deadpool LE and Elvira's House of Horrors LE. - Pinball machines: 20+ - Practical notes: Hosts IFPA-sanctioned tournaments - Address: 113-115 Regent St, Redfern NSW 2016 ### Courthouse Hotel **Pub · Newtown** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-sydney/inline/695d1fb8e9a2886c2f78a4ef_courthouse_hotel.webp) [Courthouse Hotel](/locations/courthouse-hotel) anchors a corner of Newtown's Australia Street with a large beer garden and a dedicated games area. The pinball selection includes Bram Stoker's Dracula, Ghostbusters LE, and Scared Stiff. Pool tables and Buck Hunter round out the entertainment options. - Pinball machines: A few - Practical notes: Pool tables available - Address: 202 Australia St, Newtown NSW 2042 ### Tattersalls Hotel **Pub · Penrith** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-sydney/inline/695d1fb15caf0b12d27c4b28_tattersalis_hotel.webp) [Tattersalls Hotel](/locations/tattersalls-hotel) sits near Penrith Station and operates as a sports bar with TAB facilities. The games area includes pinball machines alongside pool tables and other arcade equipment. Current titles include Aerosmith LE, Dungeons & Dragons Premium, and Metallica Remastered Premium. - Pinball machines: A few - Practical notes: Sports bar with TAB and gaming facilities - Address: Station St, Penrith NSW 2750 ### Park House Hotel **Pub · Mona Vale** [Park House Hotel](/locations/park-house-hotel), now operating as The Mona, serves the Northern Beaches community from its Park Street location. The refurbished venue maintains pinball machines including Addams Family, Fish Tales, Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast Pro, and Lord of the Rings. A playground and beer garden make it a family-friendly option. - Pinball machines: A few - Practical notes: Family-friendly venue with playground - Address: 2 Park St, Mona Vale NSW 2103 ## Sydney Arcades ### Flipper Fellowship **Pinball club · Arncliffe** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-sydney/inline/695d1fa4585b7ba8a950137f_r0_218_3000_1793_w1200_h630_fmax.jpg) [Flipper Fellowship](/locations/flipper-fellowship) meets weekly at Bayside Anglican Church Hall, making it one of the few church-based pinball clubs globally. The venue houses machines spanning from 1970s electromechanical games to current releases. Thursday sessions run from 5:45pm with a $25 adult entry ($15 for students) covering four hours of play. Monthly Saturday competitions carry IFPA sanctioning, and the club hosts the NSW Pinball Championships. - Pinball machines: 20+ - Practical notes: Thursdays 5:45pm ($25 adults/$15 students), IFPA tournaments - Address: Bayside Anglican Church Hall, 54 Forest Road, Arncliffe NSW 2205 ### Willie's Wondercade **Arcade · St Peters** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-sydney/inline/695d1f9be4034511acb8dde8_willys_wondercade.jpg) [Willie's Wondercade](/locations/willies-wondercade) operates from Mary Street in St Peters, adjacent to the Willie the Boatman brewery. The arcade maintains titles including Addams Family, Alien (Remake), Big Lebowski, Ghostbusters Pro, and Godzilla Pro. - Pinball machines: 10+ - Address: 75 Mary St, Saint Peters NSW 2044 ### Koko Amusement **Arcade · Sydney CBD** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-sydney/inline/695d1f91a64a718f1dd8a6df_Koko_Amusement.webp) [Koko Amusement](/locations/koko-amusement) spans three levels at its Town Hall flagship, making it one of Sydney's largest arcade venues. The pinball selection sits among claw machines, rhythm games, and VR experiences. Current machines include Godzilla Premium, JAWS Pro, and John Wick Pro. The venue stays open until 2am daily. Additional locations operate in Burwood, Hurstville, and Hornsby. - Pinball machines: A few - Practical notes: Open until 2am, multiple Sydney locations - Address: 614 George St, Sydney NSW 2000 ## Sydney Entertainment Venues with Pinball ### Oran Park Hotel **Entertainment precinct · Oran Park** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-sydney/inline/695d1f87535b3297d5859531_Oran_Park_Hotel.webp) [Oran Park Hotel](/locations/oran-park-hotel) opened in early 2025 as a $50 million entertainment precinct in South Western Sydney. The 7,500 sqm venue spans three levels with seven bars, a bistro, pizzeria, two cinemas, and a rooftop bar. Pinball machines sit in the Sports Bar games area alongside pool tables and darts. The venue offers free pinball on Monday nights. - Pinball machines: A few - Practical notes: Free pinball Mondays, sports bar with multiple entertainment options - Address: Oran Park NSW 2570 Sydney's pinball scene suits different approaches. Tournament players can find IFPA-sanctioned competition at Flipper Fellowship and Beercade Australia. Casual players have options at traditional pubs like Courthouse Hotel or the mega-arcade at Koko Amusement. Families might consider Park House Hotel on the Northern Beaches or the kid-friendly entertainment at Oran Park Hotel. ‍ If you notice any outdated information or know of venues we've missed, please reach out so we can keep this guide current. ‍ Last updated: January 2026 --- _Canonical URL: https://www.kineticist.com/news/play-pinball-sydney_