How to Find Pull Tabs Near Me: The Complete Guide
Whether you're new to pull tabs or visiting a new city, here's how to find pull tab locations near you in any state.
Looking for pull tabs near you? Whether you just moved to a new city, you're traveling, or you're a first-time player curious about charitable gaming, finding pull tab locations doesn't have to be hard.
Use a Pull Tab Directory
The fastest way to find pull tabs nearby is to use a dedicated directory like FindPullTabs.com. We've mapped over 3,600 locations across Minnesota, Alaska, Iowa, and Wisconsin. You can search by ZIP code, city name, or venue name and get directions instantly.
Unlike a general Google search, a pull tab directory filters specifically for venues that are confirmed to offer charitable gaming — pull tabs, electronic pull tabs (e-tabs), bingo, and more. Each listing includes the venue address, type (bar, VFW, American Legion, Eagles, etc.), and available games.
Ask the Locals
If you're in a new town, ask at the closest bar or restaurant. Charitable gaming is deeply woven into Midwestern culture, and most bartenders can point you toward the nearest pull tab spot — or they might have them right there.
VFW posts, American Legion halls, and Eagles clubs are almost guaranteed to have pull tabs. If you see one of these organizations in any town, walk in and you'll likely find a jar bar or pull tab booth.
Look for the Signs
Many venues that offer pull tabs advertise it on their exterior signage. Look for phrases like "Charitable Gaming," "Pull Tabs," "E-Tabs," "Bingo," or the logos of organizations like the Minnesota Gambling Control Board. Some bars display a small sign in the window indicating they offer pull tabs.
Check Social Media
Many pull tab locations post about their games, jackpots, and events on Facebook. Searching for "pull tabs" plus your city name on Facebook can turn up local groups and venue pages where players share tips about which locations have the best games and deals.
What to Expect When You Arrive
When you find a pull tab location, here's what to expect. If it's a bar with pull tabs, the tickets are usually kept behind the bar and you buy them from the bartender. If the venue has a pull tab booth, there's typically a dedicated counter with a volunteer or employee who sells tickets and pays out winners.
Prices typically range from $1 to $5 per ticket, and payouts happen immediately in cash. The rules are simple — pull open the tabs on your ticket to reveal the symbols underneath, and check them against the posted prize chart (called the "flare").
Electronic Pull Tabs (E-Tabs)
Many modern venues also offer electronic pull tabs, played on tablets or dedicated terminals. The concept is the same — buy a ticket, reveal symbols, win prizes — but the digital format is faster and offers more game variety. Use the E-Tabs filter on FindPullTabs.com to find venues near you that offer electronic gaming.
Why It Matters Where You Play
Every pull tab venue is associated with a licensed charitable organization. When you play, a portion of the proceeds goes to that organization's charitable mission — funding youth sports, veterans' programs, fire departments, scholarships, and community events. By choosing to play pull tabs at local venues, you're directly supporting your community.