3rd ANNUAL ONTARIO PINFEST
(formerly Central Ontario Arcade & Pinball Fest)
2220 Fairgrounds Rd., Stayner, ON
(between Wasaga Beach & Collingwood)
Sat. May 31 & Sun. June 1/2025
10am-6pm & 10am-5pm
We are in our 3rd year!!!!
Thanks everyone for getting us here :)
As many of you know, there are many shows dedicated to this hobby throughout the United States, but this is the ONLY pinball show in Ontario.
We are giving all the pinball enthusiasts a chance to get together in a larger venue other than their game rooms or local arcades/barcades
Over 100 machines to play
All games set on FREE PLAY for the whole family's enjoyment
Looking for a new or used (hard to find) part?
There will be lots of vendors setup for your shopping enjoyment
Test your playing skills by signing up for our tournaments. (Details below)
Food truck on site
CAMPING
This year we are offering BASIC CAMPING
Please Leave Your Pets At Home
(Service Dogs Welcome)
THIS IS THE G.N.E. FAIRGROUNDS POLICY
ONLY 20 SITES AVAILABLE
15 AMP SERVICE
ELECTRICAL HOOKUP (BYOC-bring your own long extension cord(s)
WATER HOOKUP (BYOH -bring your own LONG hose)
SEWAGE DISPOSAL available, no sewer connections
WASHROOMS AVAILABLE (may want a flashlight, short walk to the washroom building)
You may bring a grill or BBQ and prepare food at your campsite
The grill must be contained and dedicated for cooking
The facility doesn’t have picnic tables or fire rings
NO open campfires are allowed. You may use a chimnea-type unit
You are responsible for your own fire/charcoal clean up
Due to the limited number of sites, it will be first come first serve
No reservations
You pay online in advance and pick your site when you check-in
You may check-in as early as noon on Friday May 30/25 and must checkout no later than 9pm on Sunday June 1/25
ONTARIO PINFEST ADMISSIONS
(Kids 12 & UNDER FREE)
Sat. May 31/25 $25
Sun. June 1/25 $20
2 Day Weekend Pass $40
YOU CAN PAY ONLINE OR AT THE DOOR
(if you pay online-just show up -we will have your "paid" info at the door)
NON-REFUNDABLE
CAMPING
1 Night $40 ONLINE ONLY
2 Nights $70 ONLINE ONLY
UPON CHECK-IN YOU WILL RECEIVE A WRISTBAND. THIS WILL ALLOW 'IN & OUT' PRIVILEGES
BRINGING A GAME(S) OR WANT TO BE A VENDOR?
YOU WILL RECEIVE (1) FREE ADMISSION
(YOU MUST FILL OUT THE VENDOR & GAME REGISTRATION FORM BELOW TO RECEIVE YOUR FREE ADMITTANCE)
HOTELS
We have secured rooms in Wasaga Beach and in Collingwood
88 Main St. Wasaga Beach, ON
CALL DIRECT TO BOOK
(705) 429-2543
Mention: ONTARIO PINFEST
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20% discount off our regular rate for a one-night stay (regular rates are viewable on their website)
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30% discount off our regular rate for a two-night stay
500 Hume Street, Collingwood ON
Mention: AOP
Deadline APR. 30/25
15 Cambridge St. Collingwood ON CALL DIRECT TO BOOK
(705) 444-1880
http://www.wyndhamhotels.com/days-inn/collingwood-ontario
BLOCK NAME: ONTARIO PINFEST
BLOCK CODE: 053025ONT
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one king bed $211.05 +tax (max 2 persons)
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two queen beds $215.55 +tax (max 4 persons)
Deadline APR. 30/25
Official Ontario Pinfest 2025 T-Shirt
Designed by Pinball Invasion
Pre-Order $30
DEADLINE TO ORDER: FRIDAY MAY 23
Order now and we will bring them to the show (SHIPPING NOT AVAILABLE)
SELECT 'STORE PICKUP' AT CHECKOUT
There will only be limited colours/quantities available at the show. Don't be disappointed, order today for the best selection.
Unisex T-Shirt
100% cotton
8.8oz
Preshrunk
Double-stitched neckline
Hemmed sleeves and bottom
***DEAL***
When you PRE-ORDER an OFFICIAL PINFEST T-SHIRT, you will save $5 off a different T-shirt at the PINBALL INVASION booth
ALSO:
with purchase of this OFFICIAL T-SHIRT you will be entered into the draw for a hat, T-shirt, and an aluminum sign (courtesy of Pinball Invasion)
Central Ontario Arcade & Pinball Fest 2024 T-Shirts
Also available in limited colours & quantities
LATEST NEWS
We were recently contacted by @foodbankbarrie
“In light of the recent storm, many members of our community have experienced food loss and are relying on our support more than ever. We’re looking for opportunities to raise awareness and donations to help meet the increased demand, and we believe Ontario Pinfest could be a wonderful way to connect with the community and do just that.”
Ontario Pinfest is happy to support those in need. The BFB will set up a donations bin at the show.
Spring 2025 Most Needed Items:
Breakfast Cereal & Oatmeal
Peanut Butter and Nut Butter
Children’s Lunch Snacks (BearPaws, nut free granola bars)
Canned proteins: tuna, salmon, chicken, ham, beans, chickpeas
Canned soups & stews
Pasta & pasta sauces
Baby diapers (sizes 4-6) & wipes
Baby formula & baby food
Clean reusable grocery bags
If you can spare a few cans of food or other things on their list, it would be much appreciated by those in need.
TOURNAMENTS
Sponsored by:
Presented by:
Saturday May 31st
Entry fee: $20
Registration: 11am - 1pm (limited - first come first serve)
Start: 1pm
Format: 10 rounds Head-to-head Max Match Play. Top 8 advance to single elimination, 4 winners play single game in final playoffs.
Sunday June 1st
Entry fee: $15
Registration: 11am - 1pm (limited - first come first serve)
Start: 1pm
Format: Triple Strike - Head-to-head Match Play with losing player receiving a strike.
3 strike eliminations. Last player standing is the winner.
Prizes for top place finishers & random draw prizes to be awarded at each event
Official IFPA Stern Army events
Please visit
www.thepinballspotgta.com for full details
The Pinball Spot GTA - ADVANCED COIN-OP
https://advancedcoinop.com/the-pinball-spot/
Pinball Machine, Pinball Tournaments, Golden Tee Golf, Retro Games, Stern Army, Stern Pinball, Williams Pinball
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