In celebration of its 30th year in business, Stern Pinball, the world's oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball machines, is to host an anniversary party at Viper Alley in Lincolnshire, Illinois, US, on October 14.

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The event will include a wide variety of special guests and performances, including Ed Robertson, pinball aficionado and lead singer of the world-famous rock band Barenaked Ladies. Up and coming Chicago rocker Aly Jaydos will perform an acoustic set and there will be a performance by sword swallower Sally Marvel.

Highlights will also include magician Magic Randy roasting the chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Gary Stern, and a meet and greet with Ernie Hudson of Ghostbusters. The event will also provide an exclusive opportunity to connect with the Stern Pinball game designers.

To top it all off, attendees can look forward to a chance to play Stern’s highly interactive pinball machines for free all night long. Exclusive merchandise celebrating 30 years of Stern Pinball will also be available for purchase. VIP pre-party tickets are also available for a meet and greet with Adam West, Batman from the 1960s Batman television series.

“We are extremely proud to be celebrating 30 years of providing unlimited fun to pinball fans around the world,” said Gary Stern. “We sincerely appreciate the loyalty and support of all pinball fans over the years and in the years to come.”