Madison stands out among Wisconsin cities with a pinball scene anchored by a massive Middleton arcade bar. The Kickback's 66-machine collection rivals destination arcades in much larger metros, while downtown and suburban options provide barcades, family arcades, and even a repair shop with play sessions.

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The variety here suits all ages and playing styles. Families find unlimited-play options at multiple venues, serious players benefit from tournament scenes at The Kickback and NerdHaven, and the 21+ crowd enjoys I/O's Williamson Street atmosphere.

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Here's where to find pinball across the Madison area.

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Venue Area Machines Type
The Kickback Middleton 66 Arcade Bar
I/O Arcade Bar Williamson St 21 Barcade
Ryan's Retro Arcade Stoughton 18 Arcade
Schwoegler Park Towne West Madison 12 Bowling
Geeks Mania Odana Rd 10 Arcade
NerdHaven Arcade Monona 10 Arcade

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Madison Area Arcades

The Kickback

Arcade bar and restaurant · Middleton

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The Kickback anchors the Madison pinball scene with 66 machines in Middleton Market. The arcade bar emphasizes pinball and competitive play alongside pizza, local draft beers, and skee-ball. The quarter-operated collection spans classics like Firepower and Black Knight to modern releases including Dungeons & Dragons, Star Wars: Fall of the Empire, and King Kong. Regular tournaments and trivia nights draw competitive players.

  • Pinball machines: 66
  • Practical notes: Quarter play; pizza and local drafts; tournaments and trivia; family-friendly events
  • Address: 7622 Lisa Ln, Middleton, WI 53562

Ryan's Retro Arcade & Repair

Retro arcade and repair shop · Stoughton

Ryan's Retro Arcade & Repair combines a free-play retro arcade with a full-service repair shop in Stoughton. The venue offers 18 machines spanning 1970s electromechanical games to modern Stern releases, all included in admission. Party packages and house-call repair services available.

  • Pinball machines: 18
  • Practical notes: $15 adults, $12 kids; all games free-play; Wed 3-9pm, Fri 3-11pm, Sat 12-11pm, Sun 10-5pm
  • Address: 1305 E Main St, Stoughton, WI 53589

Geeks Mania

Family arcade · Odana Road

Geeks Mania operates as a locally-owned family arcade with unlimited all-day wristband play. The venue houses 10 pinball machines alongside classic arcade cabinets, skee-ball, pool, and rhythm games. The mix of vintage and modern machines suits casual players and families.

  • Pinball machines: 10
  • Practical notes: Unlimited play wristbands; family-friendly; extended weekend hours
  • Address: 6502 Odana Road, Madison, WI 53719

NerdHaven Arcade

Tournament arcade · Monona

NerdHaven Arcade offers a family-friendly tournament arcade with 10 pinball machines among 100+ free-play games. The Monona venue maintains well-maintained premium machines including Godzilla, Venom, Deadpool, and Medieval Madness. Day passes, hourly options, and private rentals accommodate different visit lengths.

  • Pinball machines: 10
  • Practical notes: $20/day or $10/hour; 100+ free-play games; local beers and ciders; private rentals
  • Address: 5417 Monona Dr, Monona, WI 53716

Madison Bars with Pinball

I/O Arcade Bar

Barcade · Williamson Street

I/O Arcade Bar anchors Madison's barcade scene with 21 pinball machines in a refurbished Williamson Street warehouse. The 21+ venue offers 50+ classic arcade games, skee-ball, air hockey, a board game library, and craft cocktails. Weekend mornings provide all-ages hours for families. The collection includes King Kong, Dune, JAWS, Medieval Madness, and The Addams Family.

  • Pinball machines: 21
  • Practical notes: 21+ with weekend all-ages morning hours; 50+ arcade games; board game library
  • Address: 924 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703

Madison Bowling Centers with Pinball

Schwoegler Park Towne Lanes

Bowling center · West Madison

Schwoegler Park Towne Lanes maintains 12 pinball machines alongside 36 synthetic bowling lanes, a bar and restaurant, and private event space. The family entertainment center offers a solid mix of modern and classic machines including Cactus Canyon, Theatre of Magic, and Guns N' Roses alongside regular leagues and karaoke nights.

  • Pinball machines: 12
  • Practical notes: 36 bowling lanes; bar and restaurant; leagues and events
  • Address: 444 Grand Canyon Drive, Madison, WI 53719

Madison's pinball depth centers on The Kickback, a 66-machine destination worth the Middleton drive. I/O delivers downtown barcade atmosphere, while the family arcades in Stoughton, Odana Road, and Monona provide affordable unlimited-play alternatives.