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Where to Play Pinball in Sydney: Arcades, Bars, and Pubs with Machines

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January 7, 2025

Updated on

January 6, 2026

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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.

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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.

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Venue	Area	Machines	Type
Beercade Australia	Redfern	20+	Barcade
Flipper Fellowship	Arncliffe	20+	Pinball club
Willie's Wondercade	St Peters	10+	Arcade
Tattersalls Hotel	Penrith	A few	Bar
Courthouse Hotel	Newtown	A few	Bar
Koko Amusement	Sydney CBD	A few	Arcade
Park House Hotel	Mona Vale	A few	Bar
Oran Park Hotel	Oran Park	A few	Entertainment venue

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Sydney Bars with Pinball

Beercade Australia

Barcade · Redfern

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

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

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, 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

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

Willie's 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

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

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.

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If you notice any outdated information or know of venues we've missed, please reach out so we can keep this guide current.

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Last updated: January 2026

Pinball in Sydney: FAQ

Where can I play pinball in Sydney?

Sydney has pinball scattered across the metro, from the Beercade Australia barcade in Redfern to traditional pubs like Courthouse Hotel in Newtown. The largest concentrations are in inner suburbs like St Peters and Arncliffe, with additional options in Penrith, Mona Vale, and Oran Park.

Are there pinball tournaments in Sydney?

Flipper Fellowship in Arncliffe runs IFPA-sanctioned tournaments on monthly Saturdays and hosts the NSW Pinball Championships. Beercade Australia in Redfern holds monthly Flip Frenzy competitions. Both venues attract competitive players working toward state and national rankings.

Is there family-friendly pinball in Sydney?

Park House Hotel in Mona Vale has a playground alongside its pinball machines, making it suitable for families on the Northern Beaches. Oran Park Hotel includes an indoor kids' play area within its entertainment precinct. Koko Amusement in the CBD welcomes all ages with its mix of arcade games and pinball.

Where has the most pinball machines in Sydney?

Beercade Australia in Redfern and Flipper Fellowship in Arncliffe each maintain around 20 or more machines. Beercade operates as a permanent barcade while Flipper Fellowship runs weekly club sessions on Thursday evenings.