Thank you to all attendees, fans, vendors and pinball factories for participating in the 2024 Pinball Expo!
We experienced our largest show to date, which included close to 400 international attendees! Other highlights included:
- Over 110 speakers
- Over 120 vendors
- Tours of 4 different pinball factories
- The largest representation to date of over 40 home-brew machines
- A vendor hall and free play area featuring close to 425 machines
- Our first and extremely successful 1930s pinball display and tournament
- An auction from Chris Campbell of Captain’s Auction Warehouse
- And so much more!
Special thanks to Todd Friedman of the Video Game Summit for joining us this year!
Click below for a recap of the Pinball Expo 40th Anniversary!
HUNDREDS OF PINBALL MACHINES SET FOR FREE PLAY!
PAY ONE PRICE - PLAY ALL DAY!
Make it a pinball adventure to remember!
Want to attend the Pinball Expo? Check out our ticket and package options!
View the 2025 Schedule of Events For Pinball Expo
Tournament Information for 2025 will be revised soon. Pinball Expo will feature an IFPA sponsored pinball tournament. Additional tournaments will include the Women's, Kids 14 & under, and Classics!
This year we expect a record breaking show. We have an all-time high in interest and commitment in the number of new and old vendors coming to Pinball Expo.
Pinball Expo boasts hundreds of machines made in the USA as well as Italy, Spain, and other parts of the world. Low production and obscure manufacturers will also be on display.
Returning to Pinball Expo this year will be video game consoles, seminars, and vendors. From Atari to Xbox, all will be covered!
Come meet, converse, and get an autograph and picture with your favorite pinball designers, artists, and authors.
We offer hours of learning opportunities from our seminar speakers and industry personnel. Stay tuned for upcoming announcements!
Get an inside look at the Stern Pinball Factory on Friday, October 17th!
BUMPER BLAST
We are proud to announce that ENTERRIUM (formerly Level 257) will open its 40,000 square foot entertainment venue to host the BUMPER BLAST 2025 on Wednesday, October 15 from 7:00PM-10:00PM
All Advanced Registration Package Attendees and those who purchase the Bumper Blast Only option will be treated to a night of food, fun, and camaraderie!
Doors open at 7:00 pm for Advanced Registration Package and Bumper Blast Only Attendees. Buses will leave at 6:45 pm. *Attendees can also drive themselves. Doors open at 7:00 pm for Registered Full Package Attendees. Buses will leave at 6:45 pm if transportation is needed.
Buses will shuttle guests back and forth until the last bus leaves Enterrium at 10:00 pm. Full dinner buffet includes appetizers, main course, desserts, and soft drinks. *Cash bar available. A 3-Hour Game Card is included for the pinball machines, arcade games, video games, and bowling lanes.
STERN PINBALL TOUR UPDATE!
Praise For Pinball Expo
Anthony Pepe
"I can't thank you enough for such a wonderful experience at the Expo. Your hospitality, staff and the entire production was stellar in all aspects. I really appreciate your invitation to the show and look forward to next year already! "
Dan Yarrington, Pinball Tycoon
"Thank you to the entire family for all the hard work you put into the show this year especially.
Rachel and Cale
Electric Bat Arcade
"I just wanted to send you a note to thank you for the absolute best Expo ever. I know it’s an amazing amount of work and your hard work and the hard work of everyone that helps put this show together was very much appreciated. Thanks Rob! "
INVADERS... FROM FRANCE!
MONSTER LEAGUE HOCKEY COSPLAY CONTEST!
YOU CAN WIN A NEW STERN PINBALL MACHINE!
FLIPPING FOR A GREAT CAUSE!
Jersey Jack Pinball has donated a Limited-Edition Avatar: The Battle For Pandora to Union League Boys and Girls Clubs of Chicago and YOU CAN WIN this pinball machine at Pinball Expo 2025!
Drawing tickets can be purchased at the JJP Expo booth and on the Union League Boys and Girls Clubs of Chicago website - the drawing will be held at 8:30pm Saturday night at the JJP booth!
100% of all proceeds from the raffle will go to Union League Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago!
JJP plans to open sales on October 1st until October 18th at 12pm.
CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR DRAWING TICKET OR TO DONATE TO THIS GREAT CAUSE TODAY!
GROOVE OUT TO FLIPPY’S GREATEST HITS!
ANNOUNCING THE FREEDOM TO PLAY PINBALL TOURNAMENT!
We're thrilled to announce that Inclusive Gamewerks and Project Pinball are joining together to host the 3rd Annual FREEDOM TO PLAY PINBALL Tournament at Pinball Expo! Inclusive Gamewerks' unique controller design is built to be played by everyone - with no limits and no obstacles for those with disabilities! Come down to Pinball Expo for this incredible event! Pinball will truly be accessible for everyone!
CAN YOU “TOP” THE COMPETITION?
Don’s Pinball Podcast will be hosting Don’s Top Topper Competition at Pinball Expo 2025, a first at oour show! This is the ultimate contest to decide who has the coolest and most innovative pinball machine topper!
Bring your entries to Don’s Pinball Podcast booth in the Homebrew Section by 6pm Thursday to qualify and winners will be chosen at 2pm Saturday. Prizes will be awarded to the top winners and voters will also be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a cool prize too!
*Winners must be present at the 2pm Saturday drawing to receive their prize*
LEARN TO SOLDER
AT PINBALL EXPO!
Build A Blinkie will be hosting a Learn-To-Solder Workshop at Pinball Expo! This is a fantastic educational experience for all ages to enjoy! Visit Build A Blinkie’s booth at the show to take part in the fun at no charge!
BUILD YOUR OWN
PINBALL MACHINE!
The Pinball Scientist himself will be hosting a workshop at Pinball Expo 2025 to give children of all ages the chance to build their own mini pinball machine! This fun experience teaches children the basics of physics and engineering and will open their eyes to the amazing world of pinball!
*Limited to the first 12 participants*
Alongside the workshop, the Pinball Scientist is holding his very own Kid’s Pinball High Score Contest as well, so be sure to check it out!
Stop by the Pinball Scientist’s booth for more information!
Cithara Guitars are
more than just guitars!
PINBALL PLAYFIELD GLASS PROMO!
Hot off the presses! Gameez from Hungary will be present at Pinball Expo 2025! Gameez is a manufacturer of pinball playfield glass and will be offering special show pricing on their premium no-glare playfield glass as well as their standard playfield glass!
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to purchase this glass straight from the manufacturer!
Gameez will also unveil his reimagined and modernized version of Black Knight 2000 known as Black Knight 3000 right here at Pinball Expo!
PROJECT PINBALL IS BACK AT PINBALL EXPO!
Dan Spolar and company are returning to Pinball Expo with many exciting events at their booth! Here’s a sampling of what to expect:
- Silent Auction
- High Score Contest
- Pinball Machine Raffle
- Multiple Basket Raffles
- The Freedom To Play Pinball Tournament
Be sure to stop by this fun booth!
Europin will be
at Pinball Expo!
Marc from EuroPin will be coming all the way from the Netherlands to Expo for the first time and bringing an assortment of international pinball titles - rarely seen in America!
Be sure to stop by his booth to catch a glimpse of these rare and extraordinary machines!
Back to the 1930s!
What started as a simple exhibit at Pinball Expo several years ago from Cliff and Collen has blown up into a wonderful display of games from the 1930s that has become a fixture of our show! Be prepared to visit their pre-flipper booth and enjoy the over 30 games there to be viewed and played!
Also make sure to enter the 1930s tournament!
SPECIAL THANKS TO AARON DAVIS, JAKE DANZIG, & ALL THE HOMEBREW MAKERS!
CHECK OUT THE FREE PLAY AREA!
Jack Guarnieri and Jersey Jack Pinball are providing Pinball Expo 2025’s exciting Free Play Area with these great titles to enjoy - every game they’ve produced to date!
- The Wizard of Oz - Yellow Brick Road Edition
- The Hobbit - Limited Edition
- Dialed In - Limited Edition
- Pirates of the Caribbean - Limited Edition
- Willy Wonka - Limited Edition
- Guns N’ Roses - Collectors Edition
- Toy Story - Collectors Edition
- The Godfather - Collectors Edition
- Elton John - Collectors Edition
- Avatar - Collectors Edition
- Harry Potter - Collectors Edition
MEET THE JERSEY JACK TEAM!
The talented team from Jersey Jack Pinball will be at Pinball Expo 2025, including:
Game Designers - Steve Ritchie, Eric Meunier, Mark Seiden
Programmers - Keith Johnson, Joe Katz, Duncan Brown, Bill Grupp, Jason Allen, Taylor Snyder, Michael Fox, Jersey Jen Di Cosmo, Tom Kopera, Dan Lachcik, Peter Dorn, Doris Meland & more!
Join the Jersey Jack Team as they delve into the features, gameplay mechanics, and the creative vision behind their Harry Potter pinball machine, which will be on display at Pinball Expo 2025, celebrating its place in the hearts of pinball enthusiasts and Harry Potter fans alike. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this exciting addition to the pinball landscape promises to be a highlight of Pinball Expo!
HOT OFF THE PRESSES!
🌟 Marco Pinball at Pinball Expo 2025 🌟
The Largest Homebrew Gathering in Pinball of the year!
In 2024, we showcased over 40 custom games—and 2025 is set to be even bigger!
This year, Marco is teaming up with FAST Pinball, Trident Pinball, and the Strictly Customs Games Facebook Group to create an epic homebrew showcase where makers bring their works of art to life.
Explore custom games in every stage of development, from early builds to polished masterpieces. Meet the creators, hear their stories, and get inspired to start building your own. Every game is one-of-a-kind and packed with the passion of the pinball community.
Homebrew & Custom Games Award Show
Celebrate the creativity of the pinball makers community with both People’s Choice and Industry Choice awards—LIVE at the PINDEVCON booth, Saturday Oct 18 at 9PM.
Marco Pinball's Parts Super Store
It's your one-stop shop for Everything Pinball. From essential replacement parts and restoration tools to specialty components for custom builds, we’re bringing our top products (and so much more!) to Chicago.
And here’s the best part: exclusive show deals you can only get at Pinball Expo. Stock up on the parts you’ve been waiting for, score discounts on must-have or rare parts, and grab limited-time offers designed to help you take your restoration, repair, or next big project to the next level.
Don’t miss your chance to shop the largest pinball parts store on the road, packed with Expo-only specials you won’t find online.
Homebrew Loot Crates Are Back
Exclusive pinball goodies to jump start your dream theme.
Live Show & Tells + MarcoTV Educational Content
Learn directly from creators and innovators at the PINDEVCON booth throughout the weekend.
Grow with Marco’s Commercial Accounts Program
Stop by to learn how Marco can support your business and join our expanding PinTech network.
International Customers—Save on Shipping Fees!
Pre-order your pinball parts now and pick them up at Pinball Expo. Skip the international shipping costs and customs delays.
Email sales@marcopinball.com to place your order.
Pre-Expo Shipping Special — get your games ready for Expo! Use code EXPO25PREP now through Pinball Expo to get FREE domestic shipping on orders over $150.
Don’t miss out—join Marco PInball at Pinball Expo 2025 in Chicago, October 16–19, for the ultimate pinball parts experience and the most exciting homebrew showcase of the year!
Attention Homebrewers!
Do you have the next big idea in pinball? Are you a homebrew builder who wants to see your ideas come to life? Bring your homebrew machines to the next Pinball Expo!
Pinball Expo adopts a family friendly ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY.
Pinball Expo adopts a Zero Tolerance Policy with regard to actions or behaviors that disrupt the atmosphere and livelihood of the exposition, such as but not limited to: actual or threatened acts of violence; physical, emotional or sexual abuse or bullying; possession of any items that is generally considered as or intended to be used as a weapon; possession of any illegal substances or alcoholic beverages; and other inappropriate or potentially harmful actions or behaviors; disregard to the instruction of Pinball Expo Staff. This policy applies to all Pinball Expo events and activities (including online or social media activities), as well as to all individuals involved with or participating in Pinball Expo events and activities (including staff, volunteers, panelists, guests, participants, vendors, and press).
Pinball Expo reserves the right to refuse admittance to, or remove any person from Pinball Expo that fails to comply with this Zero Tolerance Policy.
TAKE A PICTURE AND GET AN AUTOGRAPH FROM YOUR FAVORITE PINBALL DESIGNERS, ARTISTS, AND AUTHORS AT THE AUTOGRAPH SESSION!
Seminars! Seminars! Seminars!
Pinball Expo clocked in with over 40+ HOURS of seminars - WOW! No other pinball show in the world offers the shear extent, quality, international scope, and educational access to so many luminaries in the field of pinball - truly a category in which Pinball Expo stands as #1. Pinball Expo provided a unique opportunity for attendees to see, learn, and be entertained by the greats of this industry - check out the SCHEDULE OF EVENTS from last year’s show to see who presented.
Pinball Expo 2025 Vendors
CONTACT US WITH ANY QUESTIONS
Join us at the longest running pinball show! If you have any questions, please get in touch with us.
ABOUT PINBALL EXPO
Pinball Expo is the brain child of Rob Berk who grew up playing pinball. His dream was to recognize his heroes – the pinball designers and artists that created the games he loved. With the help of Bill Kurtz and Mike Pacak, Pinball Expo became a reality, taking place in Chicago, the home of pinball. Founded in 1985, Pinball Expo is the longest-running event dedicated to the pinball industry.
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