Where to Play Pinball in Akron: Arcades, Barcades, and Breweries with Machines
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Akron anchors a substantial Northeast Ohio pinball corridor extending from Barberton and Kent through downtown to Youngstown. The scene includes two venues with 24 machines each, family entertainment centers, axe-throwing arcades, and brewery taprooms with solid collections.
The variety suits different crowds: families find all-ages options at Stonehedge and Game On, the barcade scene serves the 21+ crowd at Quarter Up and Bar Lucci, and brewery-goers can catch games at Missing Falls downtown. Several venues host regular pinball competitions.
Here's where to find pinball across the Akron area.
| Venue | Area | Machines | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonehedge Family Fun | Akron | 24 | Entertainment |
| Quarter Up Bar Arcade | Akron | 24 | Barcade |
| Game On Arcade | Barberton | 18 | Arcade |
| Westside Bowl | Youngstown | 14 | Bowling |
| Steel Valley Brew Works | Youngstown | 12 | Brewery |
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| Barberton |
| 11 |
| Entertainment |
| Bar Lucci | Kent | A few | Bar |
| Missing Falls Brewery | Downtown | A few | Brewery |
Family entertainment complex · Cuyahoga Falls
Stonehedge Family Fun Center operates as a large family entertainment complex with 24 pinball machines alongside 48 bowling lanes, 18-hole outdoor mini golf, and a full arcade. The venue hosts birthday parties and group outings with a mix of classic and modern machines including Dungeons & Dragons, Deadpool, Aerosmith, and Monster Bash.
Barcade · North Portage Path
Quarter Up Bar Arcade pairs 24 pinball machines with craft beer and made-to-order burgers in a retro gaming atmosphere. The venue operates primarily as a 21+ bar with family-friendly daytime hours on weekends. The rotating collection includes premium and limited edition titles like Guns N' Roses, JAWS, Harry Potter, and The Addams Family.
Craft brewery · Downtown Akron
Missing Falls Brewery brings pinball to a refurbished downtown warehouse with 6 Stern machines alongside rotating craft taps, pizza and sandwiches, and patio seating. The casual taproom atmosphere suits locals looking to combine craft beer with a few games.
Family arcade · Barberton
Game On Arcade maintains 18 premium pinball machines in a family-friendly Barberton destination. The venue hosts a weekly Tuesday pinball league and features a retro room with classic coin-op games plus life-size character photo ops. The collection includes premium and limited edition titles like Medieval Madness Royal Edition, JAWS LE, and Avatar.
Axe throwing and arcade · Barberton
TimberBeast Axe Throwing and Arcade combines five axe-throwing lanes with 11 pinball machines and rhythm games. The family-owned venue includes Masterminds Escape Rooms upstairs and planned bar and snack service.
Cocktail bar · Downtown Kent
Bar Lucci serves the Kent State area with 8 pinball machines alongside seasonal cocktails, rotating draft beer, and pizza. The neighborhood hangout hosts Tuesday-night pinball competitions and maintains a friendly late-night vibe since opening in 2022.
Bowling and music venue · Youngstown
Westside Bowl combines bowling, live music, and pinball about 50 miles east of Akron. The lively venue maintains 14 machines alongside a full kitchen, two stages for local and national acts, and a substantial beer selection.
Brewery and game room · Youngstown
Steel Valley Brew Works occupies Southern Park Mall with 12 pinball machines, craft beer, billiards, and indoor bocce. The social lounge celebrates Youngstown's steel-town heritage with paninis, flatbreads, and a mix of premium Stern titles.
Akron's pinball corridor offers depth across a 50-mile stretch. Stonehedge and Quarter Up deliver the largest collections locally, while Game On's premium lineup and Tuesday league suit serious players in Barberton. The Youngstown venues add substantial options for those traveling east.
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