The Australian Championship Series of Pinball and Side Events
Fraternity Club
Thu 19 Mar '26 – Sun 22 Mar '26
Overview
The Australian Pinball Championships delivers an electric four-day festival of world-class competition and retro gaming nostalgia in the heart of Wollongong. This premier event showcases top-tier talent from local and around Australia, including World Number One Escher Lefkoff (ACS) and the reigning Women's Champion (WACS), Amelia Applewaite, as they compete for national glory.
The action extends beyond the main stage with lively side…
The Australian Pinball Championships delivers an electric four-day festival of world-class competition and retro gaming nostalgia in the heart of Wollongong. This premier event showcases top-tier talent from local and around Australia, including World Number One Escher Lefkoff (ACS) and the reigning Women's Champion (WACS), Amelia Applewaite, as they compete for national glory.
The action extends beyond the main stage with lively side tournaments that are open to all skill levels, offering everyone a chance to join in the fun and play alongside these celebrated champions.
The festival floor becomes a playable arcade, featuring an extensive collection of over 70 pinball machines ranging from classic 1970s models to the latest modern releases. This retro-cool sunken lounge environment is energized by live commentary and connects with a global audience through live streams on Twitch TV and YouTube.
The Illawarra Pinball Club's official website and Facebook social media channels provide the most current information for planning a visit, including details on local accommodation, side event schedules, and the official machine lineup for the weekend.
Tickets for the popular side events sell out quickly, get your tickets sooner than later so you don't miss out!
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Accessibility
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room
Have accessible seating areas in theatrette
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy)
Have lifts with enough space for people using a mobility aid to enter and turn around to use the lift buttons. Buttons are at accessible height.
Have step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
Have step free access to the conference or function room
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone