What we’re about
Hello everyone, and welcome to Changeling Gaming! We look forward to playing games with you. Together with community venues and event partners in Toronto & the GTA, we co-host game events for you to enjoy right in your own neighbourhood.
At our events, expect to discover new games, have fun challenging your friends, and make new connections along the way. From classic favourites to modern hits, we have a wide selection of games to choose from. And don't worry if you're unfamiliar with the rules – our friendly game gurus will be there to guide you.
Our events are a mixture of free and low-cost ticketed gatherings. Selling tickets supports the operational costs of our events and helps to keep them fun, accessible, and safe spaces to gather and play games. If an event has tickets, seats can be purchased in advance on Eventbrite.
Our mission and values,
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Engagement: We seek to build inclusive, open, and welcoming spaces for gaming enthusiasts to gather and connect.
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Education: We seek to help people find the right games for the right tables and both broaden and deepen players’ knowledge of gaming.
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Entertainment: We seek to bring joy and fun to the communities we serve through gaming.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Drop-In Board Game Night @ CHEFS HALL in Downtown TorontoCHEFS HALL, Toronto, ONCA$10.00
Hello and welcome to Changeling Gaming! Together with CHEFS HALL we invite you to join us for a fun night of board games and to sample cuisine from around the world.
Whether you're a seasoned gamer or new to the world of board games, this event offers something for everyone. Discover new games, challenge your friends, and make new connections with fellow board game lovers along the way. Come as a group or solo and we can help pair you with a community table. Our events are a great way to connect with members of local communities and are perfect for folks arriving in Toronto looking to make new friends.
Tickets: For this Changeling Gaming gathering, tickets are sold to help cover the operational costs of running the event.
- General admission tickets are available for $10.00 at the door, and are free for Changeling Gaming Members. Start saving on your second Changeling event each month as a member!
- Tickets for this event include access to the CHEFS HALL Lounge, a curated collection of board games and support from on-site game experts who will help you with player introductions, game selection, and running how-to-plays for your table.
Board Games:
- From classic favourites to modern hits, we will have a wide selection of games to choose from including Coup, Codenames, Splendor, Catan, Love Letter, and many more!
- You are welcome to bring games from your own collection if you wish.
- If there is a game you would like us to bring, please leave a comment to make a request!
- SCHEDULE -
- 6:00 - 6:15 PM // The CHEFS HALL lounge opens for registration and seating.
- 6:15 PM - 9:45 PM // Gameplay
- 9:45 PM - 10:00 PM // Event wrap up.
- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS -
Directions to the CHEFS HALL Lounge: Thanks to the generosity of CHEFS we will have the full Lounge to dine in for the night and play board games! To get to the Lounge, take the stairs from either entrance of the hall and walk through the food area. The Lounge is on the southeast side of the vendor area across from Iwami.
Food & Drink:
- There is no minimum for this event, but supporting our hosts is encouraged.
- CHEFS HALL offers both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. They also have a delicious food **bar bits menu **to get you started.
Transit: CHEFS HALL is minutes away on foot from Osgoode Station.
Parking: There are several Green P Parking lots near the hall and a parking lot underneath the ice rink at City Hall. Using Queen St, the entrance is on the Southwest side of the rink.
Accessibility: CHEFS HALL is committed to accessibility. Their goal is to enable all customers to successfully enjoy and access all that the hall has to offer. There are two elevators in the hall, both beside the staircases up to the vendor area.
Washrooms: There are gender-inclusive, wheelchair-accessible washrooms available on the same floor as our gaming space.
Photography Disclaimer: Please note that there will be photographs and videos taken at the event to be used for social media purposes. If you wish to remain off-camera, please let our staff know once on-site.
About Changeling Gaming: Changeling Gaming is a collective of board game instructors who host both public and private game experiences in Toronto and together create game content for YouTube. Our mission is to help folks find the right games for their tables and to create safe, accessible, and welcoming community spaces to play games and make new friends along the way. To learn more about us, please visit our Linktree.
- Drop-In Board Game Night @ Red Tape Brewery in East End TorontoRed Tape Brewery, Toronto, ONCA$10.00
Hello and welcome to Changeling Gaming! Together with Red Tape Brewery, we invite you to join us for a fun night of board games.
Whether you're a seasoned gamer or new to the world of board games, this event offers something for everyone. Discover new games, challenge your friends, and make new connections with fellow board game lovers along the way. Come as a group or solo and we can help pair you with a community table. Our events are a great way to connect with members of local communities and are perfect for folks arriving in Toronto looking to meet new people.
Tickets: For this Changeling Gaming gathering, tickets are sold to help cover the operational costs of running the event.
- General admission tickets are available for $10.00 including tax at the door, and are free for Changeling Members. Start saving on your second Changeling event each month as a patron!
- Thanks to the generosity of Red Tape Brewery we will have the full tap room to dine in for the night and play board games!
- Tickets for this event include access to a curated collection of board games and support from on-site game experts who will help you with player pairings, game selection, and running how-to-plays for your table.
Board Games:
- From classic favourites to modern hits, we will have a wide selection of games to choose from including Coup, Codenames, Splendor, Catan, Love Letter, and many more!
- You are welcome to bring games from your own collection if you wish.
- If there is a game you would like us to bring, please leave a comment to make a request!
- SCHEDULE -
- 6:00 PM // Doors open for board games
- 6:15 PM - 8:45 PM // Open gaming tables.
- 8:30 PM // Last call for drinks.
- 8:45 PM - 9:00 PM // Wrap up games and pay tabs.
- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS -
Food & Drink:
- There is no minimum for this event, but supporting our hosts is encouraged.
- In addition to Red Tape Brewery's award-winning beers, Loop and other non-alcoholic beverages are also available to purchase.
- Our friends at Dining and Dragons will be joining us at this venue as a food pop up with some delicious meals and snacks for purchase. The food is incredible and well worth a try!
Parking:
- Limited street parking is available.
Transit:
- Red Tape Brewery is a 15 minute walk or a 5 minute bus ride from Main Street Subway Station.
Accessibility:
- Red Tape Brewery has a ramp for accessibility.
Washrooms:
- There are gender-inclusive, wheelchair-accessible washrooms available on the same floor as our gaming space.
Photography Disclaimer: Please note that there will be photographs and videos taken at the event to be used for social media purposes. If you wish to remain off-camera, please let our staff know once on-site.
About Changeling Gaming: Changeling Gaming is a collective of board game instructors who host game experiences in Toronto and together create game content for YouTube. Our mission is to help folks find the right games for their tables and to create safe, accessible, and welcoming community spaces to play games and make new friends along the way.
To learn more about us, please visit our Linktree.
- Immersive Experience - Blood On the Clocktower @ The Black Pony in East End TOThe Black Pony Café and Snack Bar, Toronto, ONCA$20.00
Important Note: This event is one of our immersive experiences. Seating is limited to 11 players, so tickets are sold through Eventbrite. You may still use the Meetup RSVP function to demonstration interest and to pin this event in your calendar.
About this Event: Whether you're a seasoned gamer or new to the world of social deception games, this event offers something for everyone. Come solo or with friends and immerse yourself in a game of Blood on the Clocktower. Our events are a great way to connect with members of local communities and are perfect for folks arriving in Toronto looking to make new friends.
General Admission Tickets: Tickets for this event include access to a privately booked room, a tutorial of the game Blood on the Clocktower if new players are in attendance, and a full playthrough of the game. Tickets are priced and sold per person.
For this event, we will be playing the custom beginner-friendly script: Changeling's Introduction.
What is Blood on the Clocktower? Blood on the Clocktower is an advanced version of the game Werewolf, and crucially the dead still have an important role to play in the game. The game is run by a Storyteller who has carefully crafted an experience and facilitates the game for up to 20 players. It is part deduction and part deception. Set in the little village of Ravenswood Bluff, players in the game assume different roles, each with unique abilities to hunt down the evil or stay hidden as one.
For new players, check out this video created by our head game instructor Jeremy, to learn the basics of the game ahead of the event. There will also be time at the top of the game to review rules and ask questions.
About Changeling Gaming: Changeling Gaming is a collective of board game instructors who host both public and private game experiences in Toronto and together create game content for YouTube. Our mission is to help folks find the right games for their tables and to create safe, accessible, and welcoming spaces to play games and make new friends along the way.
To learn more about us, please visit our Linktree.
Photography Disclaimer: Please note that there will be photographs and videos taken at the event to be used for social media purposes. If you wish to remain off-camera, please let our staff know once on-site.
About The Black Pony:
The Black Pony is a cafe and bar that has a full menu including all manner of food, plenty of non-alcoholic drink options, and also a full bar. We will be playing in their back room, simply enter and walk towards the rear of the establishment to find us for this evening's entertainment.A note about Canadian Blood Services (CBS): Our events are only possible because of local community support. At Changeling Gaming, we work to give back so that we can all keep gaming together.
To learn more about CBS and to join our donation team, please visit our team page.
- Blood On the Clocktower (Beginner-Friendly) @ Bampot House in Downtown TorontoBampot House of Tea & Board Games, Toronto, ONCA$20.00
Important Note: This event is one of our immersive experiences. Seating is limited to 20 players for each game, so tickets are sold through Eventbrite. You may still use the Meetup RSVP function to demonstrate interest and pin this event on your calendar.
About this Event: Come solo or with friends and immerse yourself in a game of Blood on the Clocktower for new and experienced players. Our events are a great way to connect with members of local communities and are perfect for folks arriving in Toronto looking to make new friends.
General Admission Tickets: Tickets for this event include access to a privately booked themed room and a full playthrough of the game. Tickets are priced and sold per person.
We will be playing the beginner-friendly script: Trouble Brewing.
What is Blood on the Clocktower? Blood on the Clocktower is an advanced version of the game Werewolf, and crucially the dead still have an important role to play in the game. The game is run by a Storyteller who has carefully crafted an experience and facilitates the game for up to 20 players. It is part deduction and part deception. Set in the little village of Ravenswood Bluff, players in the game assume different roles, each with unique abilities to hunt down the evil or stay hidden as one.
If you want to review before the game, check out this video created by our head game instructor Jeremy, to review the essentials of the game ahead of the event. There will also be time at the top of the game to review rules and ask questions.
Photography Disclaimer: Please note that there will be photographs and videos taken at the event to be used for social media purposes. If you wish to remain off-camera, please let our staff know once on-site.
About Bampot House: Toronto's first anti-cafe, Bampot's regular operations feature a $6/hour cost for unlimited tea, coffee, and use of the space and their board game collection. The space is warm, welcoming, and feels like stepping into your own living room.
To learn more about Bampot House, please visit their website.
About Changeling Gaming: Changeling Gaming is a collective of board game instructors who host both public and private game experiences in Toronto and together create game content for YouTube. Our mission is to help folks find the right games for their tables and to create safe, accessible, and welcoming spaces to play games and make new friends along the way.
To learn more about us, please visit our Linktree.
