Welcome to the first ever Swiss Pinball Expo!
The 2027 edition is being planned and the date and location will be communicated soon!
The first edition of the Swiss Pinball Expo was a resounding success. A total of 472 visitors flocked to the Lee-Saal in Schönbühl (BE) on Sunday to enjoy a day dedicated to pinball.
The event, organized by the Shoot Again Fribourg pinball club and Schwab Spielautomaten AG in collaboration with partners from the industry like the pinball maker Stern Pinball, brought together collectors, players, dealers, and curious visitors from all over Switzerland and neighboring countries. The aim of the fair was to create a meeting place for the growing Swiss pinball community and to showcase the fascination of this unique game.
More than 50 pinball machines were available for guests to play – from classic electromechanical devices to modern machines. These included several rare and sought-after models that are rarely available to play in public. Many of the machines were provided by private collectors and could be played free of charge throughout the day.
Another highlight were the three tournaments that took place during the expo and attracted numerous participants. They ensured exciting competitions and a lively atmosphere between sporting ambition and a shared passion for pinball. Awesome prizes were handed out thanks to Stern Pinball’ and Spooky's partnership.
The feedback from visitors was also extremely positive. Many praised the large selection of machines, the friendly atmosphere, and the opportunity to meet like-minded people and exchange ideas about technology, restoration, and collecting.
In addition to the gaming opportunities, the Swiss Pinball Expo also offered machines for sale, spare parts, mods, and accessories for collectors and enthusiasts. This made the event not only a gaming paradise, but also an important meeting place for the scene.
After this successful premiere, the organizers are optimistic about the future. The Swiss Pinball Expo will establish itself as a national meeting place for the pinball community in Switzerland in the long term and continue to grow in the coming years
Join us for an event entirely dedicated to the passion, nostalgia, and fascinating world of pinball!
For decades, pinball has made players’ eyes light up — a symbol of fun, friendly competition, and mechanical craftsmanship. With this expo, we want to bring together for the first time in Switzerland everyone who shares this passion: collectors, sellers, associations, seasoned players, the simply curious, or those nostalgic for a time when we played “for the thrill of the tilt.”
Throughout the day the sounds of bumpers and the glow of playfields will fill the room:
👉 dozens of pinball machines available for free play,
👉 a tournament for kids and one for adults,
👉 meetings with professionals and top competitors,
👉 and a unique atmosphere — part retro celebration, part tribute to arcade culture.
👉 a tournament for kids and one for adults,
👉 meetings with professionals and top competitors,
👉 and a unique atmosphere — part retro celebration, part tribute to arcade culture.
Our vision?
To (re)introduce pinball as a timeless passion — at the crossroads of design, mechanics, electronics, and the joy of playing together.
To (re)introduce pinball as a timeless passion — at the crossroads of design, mechanics, electronics, and the joy of playing together.
Whether you come to replay your favorite machine or simply to experience a moment out of time, you’ll leave with a smile — and maybe even a new high score to beat!
Join us and be part of the very first Swiss Pinball Expo — where passion bounces with every ball!
Useful information
The exact date and location of the 2027 event are yet to be determined
Admission: CHF 5.– Free for children under 12 (accompanied by an adult)
Snacks and drinks available on-site
Parking and train station nearby
Plenty of pinball machines for sale
Spare parts & mods
…and much more!
Spare parts & mods
…and much more!
Don't miss this event!
A Social game
Pinball is a game that transcends generations without ever losing its magic.
Around a machine, people laugh, challenge each other, and share memories.
Just one ball is enough to spread joy.
Around a machine, people laugh, challenge each other, and share memories.
Just one ball is enough to spread joy.