Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe
18A Bond Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Function Venue
•Why you'll love Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe
- Exclusive arcade hire with unlimited free-play pinball for a fun, interactive event experience.
- Flexible event packages with catering options, licensed bar, and BYO food welcome.
- Ideal for birthdays, team events, and private functions with a unique entertainment experience.
Nestled just off Cuba Street in Wellington’s CBD, Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe is New Zealand’s only dedicated pinball arcade, and a licensed bar. Boasting more than 24 meticulously maintained pinball machines, from classics like Addams Family to new titles like Pulp Fiction and Labyrinth.
Perfect for after-conference networking or off-site socials, the venue accommodates casual drop-in visitors, private group bookings, and full-venue hire for events of 10 to 50. Craft beer, wine and cider are served alongside your games, and optional tournaments add competitive flair to any gathering.
Whether you’re seeking a quirky, interactive session for delegates, a team-bonding activity, or a memorable birthday or corporate party, Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe stands out as a vibrant, playful alternative to typical event space offerings.
- Central Wellington location - short walk from conference venues & hotels
- 24+ pinball machines, including classic favourites and new titles
- Licensed bar with local craft beer, wine, cider & RTDs
- Flexible event formats: drop-in, group packages, tournaments, full hire
- Pricing from $2 per game
- Warm, comfortable lounge environment
Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe Function Rooms
Whole Arcade
Looking for a unique venue for your next event? Our pinball arcade is available for exclusive private hire, perfect for corporate events, team building, birthday parties, and group functions. Every machine is set to freeplay, so your guests can enjoy unlimited pinball without needing tokens.
We offer simple catering options from Hell Pizza or Bond Street Deli, or you’re welcome to BYO food. Our bar stocks a curated range of beers, ciders, RTDs, and wines, and you can bring your own non alcoholic drinks.
Reviews for Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe
Chang Lee
This place is dope. Saw it online didn’t think much of it, but popped in as it was on our route. It’s very niche and cool, welli needs more spots like this. Not a rip of either just $2 a pop and games can last a decent while if you’re sweaty. Good place to kill time and the machines are very cool. If you’re rich you can buy them lol
Elijah
Love this place! Good prices and lots of fun, I hope they can stay in business. We went midday on a Monday and almost had the entire place to ourselves. The games are a lot of fun and easy to get a hang of. I'd recommend this place, great with friends.
Jccn Z
Perfect place to kill a few hours! I lost track of time playing pinball here. The Addams Family and Ghostbusters machines were especially awesome. Great selection, fun atmosphere, and friendly staff. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fun and nostalgic escape.
Peter K
There is such a great feel at this place. Back to old fashioned fun with a touch of nostalgia, for all of us who miss simpler times. The venue would be a great option for a reunion of friends, or company work do. The host is excellent, helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. This is a valuable addition to Wellington’s entertainment scene.
Rebekah Fraser
If joy had an address, it would be Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe. We booked a work do here and I don’t know what era I travelled back to, but it was one where people actually laughed, high-fived, and argued passionately over who tilted the machine on purpose. The pinball machines are absolute beauties, retro, shiny, and full of personality. A couple of drinks, and then the catering arrived. Bond St Deli rolled in with food so good. Amazing venue + incredible kai = 10/10 night. Highly recommend for anyone who wants their next event to feel like nostalgia, competition, and deliciousness had a baby. 🎉🕹️🥪
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