Firefly Restaurant Hosts Pinball Tournament for Charlottesville Roller Derby

The local eatery is supporting the community roller derby team through a gaming event.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 10:49pm

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Firefly Restaurant in Charlottesville, Virginia has partnered with the Charlottesville Roller Derby team to host a pinball tournament as a fundraiser for the local sports organization. The event will feature a competitive pinball competition along with food, drinks, and other activities to engage the community and raise money for the roller derby team.

Why it matters

Roller derby is a growing sport that relies heavily on community support and grassroots fundraising efforts. By hosting this pinball tournament, Firefly Restaurant is helping to sustain the Charlottesville Roller Derby team and bring awareness to the sport in the local area.

The details

The pinball tournament at Firefly Restaurant will feature multiple pinball machines set up for competitors to battle it out. Participants will pay an entry fee to compete, with the proceeds going directly to support the Charlottesville Roller Derby team. In addition to the pinball competition, the event will also offer food, drinks, and other activities for attendees.

  • The pinball tournament will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2026.

The players

Firefly Restaurant

A local restaurant in Charlottesville, Virginia that is hosting the pinball tournament to support the Charlottesville Roller Derby team.

Charlottesville Roller Derby

A community roller derby team based in Charlottesville, Virginia that will be the beneficiary of the fundraising pinball tournament.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to partner with Firefly Restaurant to bring the community together for a fun and competitive pinball event. The funds raised will go a long way in supporting our roller derby team.”

— Samantha Rollins, Captain, Charlottesville Roller Derby

“As a local business, we're always looking for ways to give back and support the Charlottesville community. Hosting this pinball tournament is a great opportunity to do that while also bringing people together for a unique and entertaining event.”

— Jenna Wilkins, General Manager, Firefly Restaurant

What’s next

Tickets for the pinball tournament are on sale now through the Charlottesville Roller Derby website, with early bird pricing available until March 1st.

The takeaway

This event demonstrates how local businesses and community organizations can collaborate to create unique fundraising opportunities that bring people together and support important causes like the Charlottesville Roller Derby team.