Texas Pinball Festival 2025

The Texas Pinball Festival (TPF) 2025 promises an immersive weekend for pinball and arcade gaming enthusiasts. Held annually in Frisco, Texas, this event gathers collectors, hobbyists, and players from across the globe for three days of non-stop gaming, tournaments, and camaraderie.

Activities and Attractions

The 2025 Texas Pinball Festival will feature over 400 pinball machines and classic arcade games spread across a massive 40,000-square-foot game room. All games are set to "free play," allowing attendees to enjoy unlimited access without the need for quarters. Collectors and exhibitors will also bring game room memorabilia, supplies, and parts for sale, creating a vibrant marketplace for enthusiasts.

The festival’s tournaments cater to all skill levels and ages. Adult players can compete in the Texas Wizards Tournament, an International Flipper Pinball Association (IFPA)-endorsed event offering cash prizes, trophies, and the opportunity to claim the title of pinball wizard.

Additional competitions include a Women’s Tournament and the Kids’ Bump ‘n’ Win Tournament, designed to engage younger players. Attendees bringing their own machines can also participate in "Best in Show" competitions, where machines are judged for ribbons and cash prizes.

For early risers, the DFW Pinball and Arcade Club will host an outdoor flea market and swap meet on Saturday morning. This event, free to all festival guests, offers coin-operated collectibles, project machines, and arcade paraphernalia.

Schedule and Program Details

The expo will be held from March 21 to March 23, 2025. Each day features specific operating hours and a variety of activities. The event kicks off on Friday, March 21, running from 4 pm to 1 am. Saturday, March 22, offers a full day of activities from 9 am to 11:30 pm. On Sunday, March 23, the festival continues from 9 am until 2 pm, concluding with an awards ceremony.

Tickets

For those attending the festival, there are multiple ticket options available. A Weekend Pass is priced at $80 if pre-registered or $110 at the door. Day passes vary by day: Friday's tickets cost $50 for adults and $25 for children aged 5-12. On Saturday, adult tickets are $60, and children's tickets are $35. Sunday offers tickets for $30 for adults and $20 for children. Children under 5 can enter for free.

Location and Amenities

The festival will take place at the Embassy Suites Dallas – Frisco Hotel and Convention Center. The venue provides a variety of food and drink options, including food trucks, and has partnered with nearby hotels to offer discounted rates for attendees.

Frisco, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, offers numerous attractions for visitors, including shopping centers, parks, and entertainment venues, making it a convenient location for out-of-town guests.