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MEET DON!
PODCASTER
Don Garrison is the host of Don’s Pinball Podcast, a show that just crossed its 200th episode. He covers the latest pinball news and rumors, chats with people from inside the industry, and mixes in plenty of laid back conversation about the game we all love. Don’s passion for pinball makes his podcast a favorite spot for players and fans alike.
LIVE STREAMER
Alongside the podcast, Don connects with fans through live streaming. He often goes live on Facebook to share pinball updates in real time and now hosts his hit Sunday morning show on YouTube, where pinball news, gameplay, and community chat all come together.
MOD MAKER
Don is also a creative force in the pinball modding scene. From custom shooter rods to eye-catching toppers, his work adds a personal touch to machines everywhere. His talent was recognized at Pinball Expo, where he took home first place for his homebrew topper design.
Pinball EXPO 2025 Don's Top Topper Competition
The Competition
The Top Topper Competition runs from Thursday through Saturday afternoon at the show!
Bring your custom homebrew topper to Don’s booth in the Homebrew area and drop it off to be entered. From there, the public will decide the winners, every visitor can cast their vote by placing a ticket in the jar next to their favorite topper.
Prizes
🏆 Prizes will be awarded for best topper.
🎟️ A random prize will also be given away to one lucky voter.
⭐ Plus, we’re planning an Industry Choice Award, where a special guest from the pinball industry will select their favorite topper.
All votes will be tallied, and winners will be announced on Saturday afternoon between 1:00–2:00 PM.
Vote For Your Favorite Topper
All votes will be tallied, and winners will be announced on Saturday afternoon between 1:00–2:00 PM.
Texas Pinball Festival 2026
Everything's Bigger In Texas
Don’s Pinball Podcast and The Pinball Studio are headed back to the Texas Pinball Festival! We’ll have a booth packed with merchandise, giveaways, and fun activities all weekend long. Stop by, say hi, and hang out with the crew!
Golden Ticket Hunt
Don will also be returning with the Golden Tickets Scavenger Hunt! Each day, he’ll hide a handful of golden tickets across the show floor for pinball enthusiasts to discover. If you’re lucky enough to find one, bring it back to our booth and claim a special prize directly from Don himself.
Live Podcast From The Floor
Don will be recording live podcasts right from the show floor all weekend, interviewing a wide range of pinball industry guests. Come see Don do his magic in person as he creates amazing content throughout the festival, you never know who might stop by the booth!