Experience Emporium – Where Classic Gaming Meets Modern Nightlife
Five premier locations. Three iconic cities. One unforgettable experience. Step into Emporium Arcade Bar, where vintage arcade gaming collides with craft cocktails and contemporary entertainment. From Chicago’s vibrant neighborhoods of Wicker Park, Logan Square, and Fulton Market to the historic charm of New Orleans and the tech-savvy streets of San Francisco, each location offers its own unique flavor while delivering the signature Emporium experience.
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Upcoming Events
MVP: The Music Video Party w/ Danny Delorean
Junglistic w/ DJ Zebo
Lazyboy
A Night w/ Ryan The Person
Bass Adventures w/ DJ Intel
No Limits w/ DJ Bounce Brother
DJ 2Ready
Natalieest x niko.
DJ Chula
Boomshakalaka w/ Maddjazz
Chicago Vintage Fest: The After Party
Music Bingo w/ Whaddyaknow
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
Wrestling Friends: AEW x FREELANCE WRESTLING PREGAME
Freelance Wrestling LIVE!
Open Swim – Beat Social w/ Slot-A
Jose Melendez – “In the Vid Mix”
“Full Tilt” w/ Proof + Friends
WICKER PARK AFTER DARK: All The Way Kay x Tiger Milk
Hey Girl Hey! w/ All The Way Kay
Video Rampage w/ DJ Rampage
DJ Zel
DJ DIV
Bitesize
Dance Planet w/ Jillian X
Soundscapes w/ Aced Spade
The Beatdown Round VI w/ DJ Dam3dge
WICKER PARK AFTER DARK: Lost in Kyoto
Music Bingo w/ Whaddyaknow
Game On at Emporium
Our carefully curated collection spans gaming history, featuring everything from beloved classics like NBA Jam and Marvel vs Capcom to modern favorites and rare finds. Each location houses 40+ arcade cabinets and pinball machines, maintained daily by our expert technicians to ensure the perfect gaming experience.
Choose Your Player:
Classic arcade cabinets
Pinball machines
Multiplayer games
Regular tournaments
High score challenges
Games
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Beyond the Arcade
Every Emporium location delivers more than just gaming. We’re your destination for:
Craft cocktails and local brews
Live music and DJ events
Private party spaces
Local artist showcases
Themed nights
Regular tournamentsWhether you’re planning a birthday celebration, corporate event, or just looking for the perfect night out, Emporium combines the nostalgia of classic arcade gaming with the energy of modern entertainment.
