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Board Game Night - Zehlendorf
Welcome to the board game night in Zehlendorf.
No matter if you like Carcassonne or Spirit Island, we have all sorts of modern board games in our collection and can give you a quick run through, so that you don't have to read through the rulebooks. But, of course, feel free to bring your favorite game too.
It's a 1.5€ fee that goes to the Mittelhof e.V. association. Bring your drinks and snacks.
Boardgames at Drehmoment Bar, Wedding
**Hello every boardgame enjoyer!**
We'll continue our weekly boardgame evenings every Wednesday in Drehmoment (Glasgower Str. 29, 13349 Berlin) from 19:00. You are all invited to join us!
You can expect a lot of fun light games suitable for the location. We have a small library of games you are free to use (but you are also encouraged to bring your own). The games are fast so feel free to join any time! Gamers of all experience levels are welcome.
Drehmoment is a classic Berlin bar, they offer varius drinks and have the best cocktails in Wedding. We have a big room in the back just for us. We are allowed to bring your own food and they have snacks for sale.
A couple of ground rules that we take seriously:
1. We are guests at Drehmoment, please treat their staff with respect.
2. There is no entry fee but please support the bar by buying drinks or snacks while you are playing.
3. Be efficient in your seating and kind to other patrons.
See you on Wednesday
Chess tournament in "100 gramm bar"
Welcome to **ChessBar Events! 🍻♟️**
We host **weekly chess tournaments** in different bars across the city — the perfect mix of strategy, drinks, and good vibes.
The tournament is organized directly through our **ChessBar app**, where you can see your next opponent, enter results, and gain ranking points throughout the season.
✨ **What to expect**
\- 5 games in **rapid format** (10 minutes per player) 🕹️
**\- Free entry** 💸
**\- Open to all levels**
\- Up to 32 players can participate
\- No need to bring a board or pieces — we provide all the material\!
**How to join** 📲
Please make sure to **register through the ChessBar app** (signing up on Meetup alone is not enough).
👉 [https://onelink.to/chessbar-s](https://onelink.to/chessbar-s)
🌐 **More info**
Website: [www.chess-bar.com](https://www.chess-bar.com/)
Instagram: [@chess___bar](https://www.instagram.com/chess___bar/)
WhatsApp group (for participants): [Join here](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GtZP0Ec4SlnF1qiZd2t5uM)
Checkmate & Chill
Join us for a daily chess meetup in the heart of Berlin at Schönhauser Allee 174. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, feel free to drop by anytime between 7 PM and midnight, every single day of the week. No registration is required – just show up and enjoy a game in a fun, inclusive, and casual environment.
Newcomers can take advantage of a friendly crash course to get started, while experienced players share strategies, discuss best practices, and even explore quirky variants like Duck Chess or Bughouse. Boards, sets, and clocks are provided, with time controls up to 10 minutes per player for a rapid, engaging experience.
It’s the perfect way to unplug, detox from screens, and connect with a diverse, kind-hearted community of chess lovers. The gathering welcomes all levels and backgrounds, creating a vibrant, family-friendly space where everyone can enjoy the game and forge real connections.
Windmill Wednesday
**👋 Hello Strangers! —** For all players and chess-curious folks out there who want to chill, make friends, and enjoy some chess: We are hosting a daily meetup in Mitte / Prenzlauerberg for all experience levels. It doesn't matter if you just watched the Queen's Gambit or if you have been playing regularly for a while.
**Join us** — Daily from 7 pm till midnight.
**Expected Behavior** — [Conduct](https://strangerchess.com/conduct/)
**Pics** · [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/strangerchess/) / **Chat** · [Telegram](https://t.me/strangerchess) / **Web** · [Strangerchess.com](https://strangerchess.com/)
(No need to bring anything, boards, clocks, etc. are provided)
German with Theater Games
Dieser besondere Deutschkurs ist für alle, die mit Spiel und Spaß ihr Deutsch verbessern wollen. Wir sind eine kleine Gruppe (max. 15 Personen) von Deutschlernern zwischen A2 - B2 und machen Theater-Improvisation auf Deutsch.
Aber keine Angst - das kann jede/jeder lernen!
Der Fokus liegt vorallem auf Sprechen und Verstehen, so daß du in Alltagssituationen spontaner reagieren kannst und mit dem Sprechen auf Deutsch flüssiger wirst.
Ich bin sowohl Deutschdozentin als auch Theaterschauspielerin und entwickle diese Methode seit mehr als 10 Jahren.
Der Kurs ist immer mittwochs und du bist herzlich willkommen, vorbeizukommen und uns kennenzulernen.
Das 1. Mal kostet der Kurs 12 Euro zum Kennenlernen.
Ein 10er Ticket kostet 160 Euro.
Ein 5er Ticket 95 Euro und
der Drop-in-Preis ist 20 Euro.
Ich freue mich auf Euch.
Bei Fragen kannst du mich gerne kontaktieren.
liebe Grüße
Nina
Board Games Events This Week
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Saturday Afternoon Creative Coffee and Talk
**Relax. Connect. Create. ☕**
After a full week of work, meetings, study sessions and life in fast-forward, it’s time to slow down. Join us this Saturday afternoon in Berlin for a relaxed coffee hang-out where this week's agenda is good company & warm drinks. You're also invited to bring some boardgames, drawing/coloring materials (I will bring an adult coloring book)
**What’s the plan?**
We’ll meet in a cosy spot, draw, chat about everything and nothing, swap stories and simply enjoy the moment. No pressure. No formalities. Just a bunch of friendly people sharing a Saturday coffee.
**Who’s welcome?**
Everyone! Whether you’re a Berliner born and raised, newly arrived in the city, from Germany or abroad, if you like meeting open-minded folks and spending some relaxed time—come join us.
**When & how?**
Saturday afternoon. Detailed time and place in our Telegram group.
➡️ Join us on Telegram: [https://t.me/berlinsaturdaycoffee](https://t.me/berlinsaturdaycoffee)
Hop in, say hello, and we’ll share the final details.
**Why join?**
* Because you deserve a break.
* Because you enjoy being creative.
* Because you enjoy boardgames
* Because meeting new people sparks fresh energy.
* Because coffee tastes even better when shared.
* Because Saturday afternoons were made for this.
Respect and Safety:
There is always at least one organizer present at every meetup. If you ever feel unsafe or bothered by someone’s behavior, you can reach out to an organizer privately. Your identity will remain confidential, your concern will be taken seriously, and no inappropriate behavior is tolerated — anyone making others feel uncomfortable will be removed from the group immediately.
We hope to see you there. Bring yourself, your smile, drawing materials, your stories—or just your comfy self.
Let’s make Saturday a little more laid-back, a little more social and a lot more nice.
See you soon!
—Your Saturday Creative Coffee Crew ☕
Tabletop RPG Game Night
Whether you’re completely new to tabletop RPGs or a seasoned Game Master looking to finally sit on the other side of the table, you’re warmly invited to join us for an evening of adventure.
Step into North of Nowhere, a mysterious medieval fantasy realm set at the farthest reaches of the known world. This is a place of untamed wilderness, forgotten paths, and stories waiting to be discovered.
This session is a self-contained one-shot adventure, meaning you can jump in without any prior experience or long-term commitment. Everything you need will be provided, and we’ll guide you through the game step by step—perfect for beginners.
**This week’s adventure:**
Your party journeys north into a the forest of Northwood whispered about in fearful tones. Strange creatures lurk beneath the canopy, and not everything is as it seems. Expect tension, exploration, and unexpected twists as you uncover what lies hidden in the dark.
**What to expect:**
A beginner-friendly introduction to roleplaying games
A relaxed and welcoming atmosphere
Pre-generated characters (or bring your own if you prefer)
A focus on storytelling, creativity, and fun
Whether you want to try something new, meet like-minded people, or just enjoy a night of collaborative storytelling, this is the perfect opportunity.
Come roll some dice, take on a role, and see where the adventure leads.
Boardgames at Kaffee & Co
Enjoy a relaxed Sunday among the boardgame Community.
Betrayals, alliances, laughter, fun, and much more are waiting for you...😛
Don't miss out the opp!
Warning, this event is organized in a coffee shop that we do not own.
Every participant must buy at least 1 drink.
That's the duty of the evening...
For the rest, come to the battlefield
Thursday Game Night in Friedrichshain
Thursday Game Night in Friedrichshain at RuDi´s. The biggest, oldest and longest running Berlin Board gaming weekly meetup.
Please join us for an evening of gaming. Everyone is welcome and everyone can find a table for themselves. There is plenty of tables for core gamers, and as many tables with welcoming games. And also tables with party games and social deduction.
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**🎲 Games & Food 🍪**
We'll have around 50ish games ([Check out our collection!](https://boardgamegeek.com/collection/user/RuDi_Library?objecttype=thing&ff=1&subtype=boardgame&own=1)), but please feel free to bring your favorite games with you. We have some snacks and beverages, but you can also bring your own food & drinks.
**💰 Entrance is 2 € 💰**
Please pay the entrance fee in the kitchen on the ground floor. You can pay when you arrive or before you leave, but don't forget!
**📍 How to get there 📍**
We're located right between S/U-Bahn station Warschauer Straße and S-Bahn station Ostkreuz. Consult [Google Maps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/xQn6hnKu3Tpy9gG48) or [Open Street Map](https://www.openstreetmap.org/directions?from=&to=52.502457%2C13.457166) to find the exact way from your place to the meetup.
If you get lost, call us (see "how to contact us?" in this event description below).
**👥 Discord server 👥**
Try our Berlin Board Gamers Discord server to chat and find other players. You can use it to prearrange games for the Thursday meetup, find players for gaming sessions you want to host at home on other days, and even buy and sell used board games.
Join us now: [https://discord.gg/6Wsncta](https://discord.gg/6Wsncta)
**🤗 How should I behave? 🌈**
We value diversity, inclusion, and respect in our community. We want everyone to feel welcome and comfortable at our events, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other aspect of their identity.
To ensure a positive and safe environment for everyone, we ask all participants to **follow our [Code of Conduct](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pn_TLJyPx4HDjrQPbwjQkoF7EbLmqVNRY2CT_zq2qEk/edit?usp=sharing)**.
**❓ FAQ ❓**
"Is it a problem if I only speak English?"
* No problem, all games are played in English.
"Is it okay if I come later?"
* Sure, you might have to wait a little until a new game is started though.
"It's my first time and I'm unsure what to do / everyone seems to be playing already..."
* Seek us out (ask somebody to help you find an organizer or ask by name for Andi, Elli, Angelika, Hannes, Malte, Aaron, Will, or Abhi) and we'll give you a little introductory tour. :)
"Is it okay if i bring my dog?"
* No, the community center won't allow it.
"I'm using a wheelchair. Can I attend the meetup?"
* Yes! The venue has a wheelchair-accessible toilet and a wheelchair lift in the back of the building. It would be great if you could contact us beforehand, so we can make sure that the lift will be operational on the specific day.
"Can I donate a game to the meetup?"
* It depends. We have limited storage space and can only accept donations of popular games that will be played often. Please contact us for more details.
**📞 How to contact us? ✉️**
* In case of an **emergency** or a time-sensitive question (e.g. you got lost on your way to the meetup), call: 0179 9309 418
* For all other matters, write in the #rudi-friedrichshain channel on our Discord server (you'll find a join link in this event description) or leave a comment here on meetup.com
* For sensitive matters, write a DM to Angelika Cathor on Discord or here on meetup.com
Spieltreff in Kreuzberg (Nachbarschaftshaus Urban)
We play any kind of board and card games. Most of them are german or language neutral games.
It doesn't matter if you are casual or core player. The main thing is to meet and have fun.
Bring your own game or choose one of about 150 games we have on site. You want to play a certain game you don't own, ask Björn (spielfest-berlin@email.de) if he can bring it or ask in the comments.
Please RSVP if you like to come. It makes things way easier to organize, if we know how big the boardgame-enjoying-crowd gonna be.
If the front door is locked, call Björn 0049157 746 300 78 or someone named on the door sign.
Entrance is 3€ and can be paid on-site (prepay is not possible).
There will be snacks, tee, coffee and soft drinks for little money as well. Of course you can bring your own food/drinks as well.
No Animals allowed.
Try our discord channel to chat and find other players.
https://discord.gg/dCXGmy2
10+3 Social Chess Tournament at the Bode Museum Cafe
**💲 Registration fee**
**You must buy a drink or food before sitting.**
(We were warned that you cannot sit without buying a drink. This is a private café. Outside food or drinks are not allowed.)
🕥 **Registration Time**
**10:00 am - 10:30 am**
* The tournament starts at 10:30 am.
* **Participants cannot join after the tournament begins.** Please arrive early to order a drink and complete your registration.
* There are **5 rounds in total**. **Please only join if you can stay until the final round.**
* **Leaving early causes issues with pairing.**
* The venue is reserved until **1:15 pm**, so **we plan to finish and leave by then.**
📢 **Chess Board**
**Please bring a chess board** if you have one. If there are not enough boards, participants with their own boards will have priority.
**💖 Friendly Atmosphere**
This is a social tournament designed to be friendly and enjoyable. Please be kind to all participants and avoid being excessively competitive.
📌 **Location**
The Bode Museum Café is on the first floor.
Walk up the stairs.
No ticket needed; just tell the staff you’re going to the café.
🔑**The Game Format**
Swiss system, 10+3, 5 rounds
👨👧👧**Player Divisions**
Players are divided into two groups.
\- A Group over 1300
\- C Group under 1300
\- If you wish to play in a different group from your rating\, please let the host know during registration\.
**🤹🏼♀️ How it works**
* **Registration:** Tell the host your name and chess rating.
* **Pairings:** Once registration closes, the host will pair the players.
* **Check Table:** You can find your table number and color on the website link below.
* **The Game:** Go to your assigned table. One of the players set the clock app to 10+3 (10 mins + 3s increment) and start.
* **Report Results:** After the game, one of the players report the result to the host.
* **Next Round:** Once all games are finished, the next round will be paired. (5 rounds total)
**🛶A Group Games**
[https://www.chessmanager.com/en-us/tournaments/6574446664089600](https://www.chessmanager.com/en-us/tournaments/6574446664089600)
**🥏C Group Games**
[https://www.chessmanager.com/en-us/tournaments/6106562506653696](https://www.chessmanager.com/en-us/tournaments/6106562506653696)
🎡 **Chess Clock**
Please install a chess clock on your phone.
For [Android ](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chess.clock&hl=en) // For [iPhone ](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/chess-clock-by-chess-com/id858039162)
❓ **Rules**
\- Touch\-move: If you touch a piece\, you must move it\.
\- Illegal move: If your opponent makes an illegal move\, stop the clock and ask them to make a legal move\.
\- Clock rule: Press the chess clock with the same hand you move the piece\.
-Other rules: Basic FIDE rules apply.
🚩**We have no tolerance for discriminatory(sexist, racist, and other) jokes or comments.**
📷 Instagram
[https://www.instagram.com/berlin_chess_club/](https://www.instagram.com/berlin_chess_club/)
💬 WhatsApp Group
This group is only for event participants. To get access, please ask the host during the event.
*Photos and videos may be taken for social media and memories. Let an organizer know if you prefer not to be filmed.*
Triple Pawn Thursday
**👋 Hello Strangers! —** For all players and chess-curious folks out there who want to chill, make friends, and enjoy some chess: We are hosting a daily meetup in Mitte / Prenzlauerberg for all experience levels. It doesn't matter if you just watched the Queen's Gambit or if you have been playing regularly for a while.
**Join us** — Daily from 7 pm till midnight.
**Expected Behavior** — [Conduct](https://strangerchess.com/conduct/)
**Pics** · [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/strangerchess/) / **Chat** · [Telegram](https://t.me/strangerchess) / **Web** · [Strangerchess.com](https://strangerchess.com/)
(No need to bring anything, boards, clocks, etc. are provided)
Board Games Events Near You
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Board games at The Forge
The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group!
The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play.
Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes.
We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area.
Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.
Board games at The Forge
The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group!
The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play.
Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes.
We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area.
Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.
Board games at The Forge
The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group!
The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play.
Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes.
We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area.
Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.
Board games at The Forge
The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group!
The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play.
Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes.
We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area.
Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.
CABS First Friday - 4/3
This is the First Friday of the month and a CABS Meeting. it is our 29th year Birthday month of meeting in public places.
Check out on Facebook and [www.cabsgames.org](www.cabsgames.org)
CABS Boardgaming Saturday! 4/11
CABS Saturday Meeting - come play some boardgames with us. Doors open at 10am and close around Midnight.
We have 2000+ games onsite for playing !!! Your first visit is FREE!!!
IT'S YOUR MOVE !!! JOIN US AT CABS!!!















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