About us

Our Story

We're a local family business that turned our love of collecting pinball machines into Kirby's FlipSide. When COVID hit and shut down Kirby's ability to host live music — and since we were part owners of the bar at the time — we turned our music stage into a pop-up pinball arcade. The rest is history.

Kirby's FlipSide History

In 2023, we had the opportunity to rent the space next to the Kirby’s bar, and Kirby's FlipSide was born. It's a retro-inspired pinball arcade where classic meets cool. With a curated selection of vintage pinball machines, it's the perfect spot to test your skills, unwind with friends, or relive the golden age of arcades. Whether you're a pinball wizard or just looking for some fun, Kirby's FlipSide has a game waiting for you.

The FlipSide Rental history

My wife said, “You needed to start making money with pinball if I wanted to keep buying every pinball machine.” I had to do what any hopeless pinhead would do, create a business to make money with these awesome machines. I am happy I did. I have been able to make a lot of pinhead friends in the process. It is likely that a member of my family and I will be the one that delivers the machine. We are truely family owned and operated.

Kirby's Beer Store History

Kirby's Beer Store isn't just a dive bar — it's a historic music venue that's rocked Wichita since 1972. With both indoor and outdoor stages, we're home to some of the most unforgettable live performances in the city. From intimate indoor gigs to outdoor concerts under the stars, Kirby's offers an authentic, no-frills experience that keeps the music alive.