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Saturday Friendly Football Game in Phoenix Park at 11:00 ⚽️
Saturday Friendly Football Game in Phoenix Park at 11:00 ⚽️
Let’s play some football in Phoenix Park. This is a casual and friendly game, so all skill levels and genders are welcome. The cost for this meetup is €3.50 (Includes Stripe Booking Fee) **\*ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE BEFORE THE GAME WHEN YOU RSVP** Please use the link below to make your payment. **Payment LINK:** **[https://chat.footballmeetup.ie](https://chat.footballmeetup.ie)** Hello ¦ Bonjour ¦ Namaste ¦ Cześć ¦ Ciao ¦ Hallo ¦ Hola ¦ 你好 ¦ Marhabaan ¦ こんにちは ¦ Здравствуйте ¦ Salve ......ladies & gents. Weather prediction for Saturday - **Cloudy 19ºC ⛅** If you want to be added in WhatsApp Group use that link: **[https://chat.whatsapp.com/Jvt5Xh3HYEJ8H66D67pMc1](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Jvt5Xh3HYEJ8H66D67pMc1)** **GAME RULES** * No Throw-ins * No rough play. Avoid 50-50 tackles. It's a friendly social match, so please consider people of all levels. **IMPORTANT INFO** Please be informed that there will be a charge of €3.50 + Includes Stripe Booking Fee) to attend the meetup. We would also welcome any donations as the games are priced to a point where we just about break even. Use the link provided above if you're feeling generous. The donations will also help cover the following expenses in the future depending on demand. 1. Bottled Water for everyone who needs it. 2. Equipment charges 3. Laundry charges for cleaning of the bibs 4. Public Liability Insurance 5. First aid kit expenses 6. Additional equipment as required. There will also be a donation bucket to cover all expenses for organizing this meetup (meetup subscription charges + personal time for organizing meetups, etc). Please Donate if possible. ***I will need a minimum of 10 players to go ahead with the session.*** ***When nearing to the day of the meetup, if there is less than 10 paid people, I will cancel the event 4 hours before the meetup. The amount paid can be either refunded or used as credit for the next game. Please let us know your preference when we contact you in the event of cancellations.*** **REFUNDS** Refunds will only be provided if the game is cancelled on our part. If you cancel 24 hours before the game, we will not provide any refunds. **OTHER INFO** Feel free to bring your friends along with you. Just let me know how many in total. If you have any questions feel free to ask. * The game is in an open area on a grass pitch. * Rain ☔️ won't stop us. If the weather is really bad or the park is unavailable on the day, I will let you know. * Location Phoenix Park 🌳Dublin 8 * Google Maps Link: 📍 🚌 Buses that stops just in front of the Park. 25, 26, 66, 66A, 66b, 67 ⚽️🥅👕 * Facebook page for this meetup group: [https://www.facebook.com/FootballinDublin/](https://www.facebook.com/FootballinDublin/) **DISCLAIMER** By joining this group, you understand that all physical activity carries risk and that your safety is your own responsibility. **We are not responsible for personal injuries and by coming to this meetup, you agree to this.** * **Please be 100% sure before you click YES. If you click YES and you don't come twice you will be removed from this group.** * Only Profiles with real names allowed. This is a community of real people. * There is considerable effort happening in the background in organizing these games regularly. Please respect the commitments of the organizers and the fellow members who attend these meetups. * We do understand that plans change and there are instances where you genuinely can't make it. **All we ask of you is to let us know so we can also make necessary arrangements.** Imagine you showing up in the park and other members not showing up leaving you disappointed. Let's try our best to avoid these situations. * If you are **attending for the first time** and no payment has been made by 4.00 PM the previous day, you will be taken off the RSVP list to make way for others. **Make your payment as soon as you say YES to the event to avoid disappointment.** * Photos and videos taken at our football games may be used for promotional purposes on social media.
Chat & night out among friends
Chat & night out among friends
Due to an increase of the meetup app costs, it will be appreciated any donation at this link: revolut.me/manuelo38g Are looking for friends? Do you wanna have fun in Dublin? Do you want to chit chat and relax? ... Here you are, this is where to join on Saturday night. We have not a usual location where to meet, we like to go in all the pubs and clubs in town... So, stay tuned for the location. At the end, we also plan the after meetup location where to enjoy the rest of the night. See you all soon.
Mystery Event
Mystery Event
⚠️ WEATHER DEPENDANT: we might cancel depending on the weather forecast. Please check the event 90 minutes in advance, for updates. In this Mystery event we will express ourselves creatively to connect with how others think and feel. Through: sensory exploration, light movement, and interactive exercises, we will explore new ways of communicating and understanding one another. ### **What to Expect:** * **Creative Storytelling & Association:** We will look at everyday items through a new lens. * **Sensory & Movement Exercises:** Engaging our senses and moving our bodies to break the ice. * **Connection:** Moving past small talk into genuine, personal sharing. ### **What to Bring:** * **A Mysterious Object:** Please bring a **Mysterious** object from home that holds personal meaning, a story, or a memory. (avoid objects like tablets, phones, headphones, etc.) * **An Open Mind:** Come ready to explore, listen, and share freely. **PRICE**: 3€ to cover costs (Revolut/Cash/Paypal). Please pay the fee after the event. **LOCATION:** Merrion Square Park, near picnic tables. **NOTE**: For some exercises we will sit on the ground, so please bring a picnic mat or something to sit on. **Keep in touch with us:** [https://activesocialconnections.com](https://activesocialconnections.com/)
Neurodivergent Adults Coffee Meetup
Neurodivergent Adults Coffee Meetup
Meet other neurodivergent adults in a casual environment! Choose from **over 150 board games**, card games, and puzzles, or simply **have a coffee and a chat**. Everyone is welcome to bring their own games too! Register online, or walk-ins welcome too :) **Price:** €7 per person **What is included?** * Includes 2 hours of game play for only €3.50/hour - normal rate is €5/hour. * Use of the sensory room. * Sensory toy basket. **Age:** 18+
Monthly Makerfur Meet
Monthly Makerfur Meet
Are you a beginner fursuit maker who wants to learn the craft? Are you into electronics and want to figure out how to make your LED strips emit custom patterns? Or maybe you want to talk on the radio with your fluffy friends? No matter how big or small, fluffy or simple the project is, bring it in to us for a social, fluffy event for all cats, dogs, wolves, foxes, and even protogens or any other species known. All you need to take part is an idea that you want to bring to life. The furry maker night will run every first week of the month. This is not a taught class, more like an informal working group of self-directed makers. While you can bring your fursuit in, either to work on it as a project or for repairs, it is heavily discouraged to wear them inside the space. Accessories such as tails are also discouraged for safety reasons. We are looking forward to seeing every fur in our space.
4.30pm to 7pm - FREE: Friendships, drinks and good music at R.I.O.T ! 🍻🍺👋
4.30pm to 7pm - FREE: Friendships, drinks and good music at R.I.O.T ! 🍻🍺👋
Hello Mishmashers 👋 Excited to see you at our next meetup! **We’re meeting at R.I.O.T.**, one of the coolest spots in town for good conversations, easy socialising, and a bit more fun with good background music! This week the music will be selected in real time by me, and will be **Classic Rock! *Pink Floyd, Deep Purple, The Doors, Queen, Aerosmith, Joan Jett, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Nirvana, Rage Against the Machine and many more! *** Here’s what you can look forward to: 💬 **Great chats with lovely people!** Whether you’re a local or from the other side of the world, you’re very welcome here. ✨ We’re a diverse, super-friendly, and inclusive bunch, open to everyone, whether you’re shy, outgoing, or somewhere in between. 🤝 **Instant connections!** You might walk in alone, but you’ll probably leave with new friends. 📅 **This Saturday at 4:30pm!** We’ll be meeting at **R.I.O.T.**, in a brilliant private space downstairs. It’s a much bigger setup than before, with room for **up to 120 people**, so there’s more space to mingle, move around, meet new people, and settle into conversations naturally. The vibe is exactly what Mishmash is about: international, social, and fun. Great atmosphere, proper pub energy, and plenty of space for chats, laughs, and spontaneous connections. 📍 **How to find us:** Come into R.I.O.T. and take the stairs on the left down to the basement room. That’s where the Mishmash crew will be waiting for you. 🎉 **Theme: “International Mishmash”** A chill space for people from all over, including Ireland, to swap stories, share laughs! 🍻 Burgers, proper pints, and more good craic. *** Want to support the group? 🙏 Running this thing costs over €200 a year, yep, all out of pocket for now 😅 If you’d like to chip in, we’d really appreciate it, click on one of the links for a discretionary donation: **[PayPal](https://paypal.me/meetuppay)** **[Revolut](https://revolut.me/michelf9a)** — you can pay with your card, no need to be on Revolut! Any amount! Your help keeps the group going and opens the door for even more cool events, like day trips and gigs. Cheers and see you soon! – Mickey

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Let’s play… The Wildsea / The (Orc) Pope Is Dead
Let’s play… The Wildsea / The (Orc) Pope Is Dead
Join us every Sunday and tell a story as a group by playing a beginner-friendly roleplaying game. Every week we have 2-3 different games - you will choose which game you play on the day. All materials provided and rules are explained at the start of each game, you just need to bring your imagination. This week's facilitators: * **Colin** will run The Wildsea: Centuries ago, the old world was swallowed by a sea of mile-high trees. Now you and your crew sail across the treetops of the Wildsea in a shop driven by a chainsaw. Low magic, high weird, leaf-punk adventures await! Your crew has heard rumors of same rare materials revealed by a recent storm and you are off to explore! * **Silvia** will run The (Orc) Pope Is Dead, yet another silly adventure by Grant Howitt. Terrible news: you and the lads went out drinking with the Pope last night and now he’s dead. The orcish church of Bog-Al-Kurruk is without a leader. Can you and your mates - esteemed clerics all - work out which one of you it’s going to be, and then outdo or discredit your rivals to claim the most prestigious title in the orc nation? *** Details for the event (number of groups and games) will be published here or earlier on our [Discord server](https://tinyurl.com/indie-rpgs-dublin). Feel free to ask the organisers any questions you have (here or on Discord).
Sunday boardgame meetup
Sunday boardgame meetup
Our free-of-charge meet-up in the Black Sheep Pub on Capel Street. This is a casual meet up for people who want to play boardgames. Lots of people bring plenty of games and rules will always be explained so don't worry if you're new to the hobby and you don't have anything to bring along or think you won't know how to play. The meet-up runs for the whole day but late comers always welcome, you just may have to wait a little for a game to open up but games will be starting and ending throughout the day. **IMPORTANT!** **The meet up is free of charge but we do ask that people support the bar by buying food and/or drink. The bar is very accommodating to us and it's important that we support them in return. Bringing in outside food or drink is completely unacceptable.** Check out the comments below where people will say what games they are bringing and express your interest in joining if interested. Any questions contact either of the organisers Gavin or Stephen.
Boardgames Sunday at Quality Time Dublin | Marlin Hotel
Boardgames Sunday at Quality Time Dublin | Marlin Hotel
**Boardgames Sunday at Quality Time Dublin** One of our most social events, Boardgames Sunday is a relaxed way to meet people, settle in, and enjoy an easygoing afternoon of games and conversation. Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, you’ll be welcomed in and can join any table that suits you. **Entry is €5 at the door, cash or card.** ✨ Marlin’s indoor garden is fully reserved for us and closed to the public. ## Schedule **13:00–13:15** \| Arrive and settle in\. **13:15 onwards** \| Board games\, card games\, and social connection\. **15:45** \| Soft goodbye\. ## What to expect Our hosts help create a friendly atmosphere where meeting new people feels natural and easy, not forced. The venue is a light-filled indoor garden reserved exclusively for our group, so the atmosphere stays warm, present, and low-pressure throughout. ## Essentials Please bring yourself and anything you’d like to keep you comfortable. We’ll provide art supplies, puzzles, colouring books, games, and more. Dublin deserves more Quality Time — and we can’t wait to share it with you. Love, Maja & Lexie 🦄🦆
Sunday Tournament- LARGE PITCH - PREPAY €8.50
Sunday Tournament- LARGE PITCH - PREPAY €8.50
Please PREPAY for this game either by Revolut https://revolut.me/davidandl or Paypal ([kenna.david@gmail.com](http://kenna.david@gmail.com/)) √ We have just 60 minutes to play so please come along a few minutes early to ensure we can start on time. √ The maximum number of players is 28. Please be sure you show up. Places are in high demand so unfortunately, failure to show will result in you being automatically removed from the group. √ As always, you participate in these games at your own risk and an agreement to indemnify the organisers from any injury, loss, claim, or infection.
Park Games Social: Badminton, Frisbee & Picnic: Blackrock Park
Park Games Social: Badminton, Frisbee & Picnic: Blackrock Park
See what we are about: https://www.instagram.com/p/DaP_5TyN1F_/ Join us for a relaxed evening of badminton, frisbee, table tennis and picnic vibes in Blackrock Park 🏸🌿 Arrival is flexible from 14:30. We’ll play some casual badminton, frisbee and hang out while enjoying the sunshine together. ☀️ Bring snacks or drinks for the picnic if you’d like. DM me for the exact location in the park on the day. There’s a €5 host contribution, payable by Revolut or cash. This helps cover the time involved in organising, hosting, and keeping the group running.
Let's dance! Bal Folk Dublin at NED O'SHEAS Pub (from 4pm to 6pm)!
Let's dance! Bal Folk Dublin at NED O'SHEAS Pub (from 4pm to 6pm)!
Hello! Join us at our weekly Balfolk dancing session in the **NED O'SHEAS pub from 4 to 6pm!** 💃 Learn folk dances from many countries, meet people from all over the world and enjoy some live music at the end of the session! 🪕🎻🪗 **We usualy have around 20+ regular dancers**, so don't be afraid about low engagement here on meetup, and also 1 to 4 teachers every session! Beginners and two-left feet people are welcome! You won’t be left on your own to figure out the steps as we will provide guidance and instructions. 🙂 Entry is free but donations [suggested €5] are welcome to help develop the group and support the organization of special events with professional dancers and musicians. 🥳 Don’t hesitate to give it a try, new people join us all the time and the group is very welcoming. Just come as you are! 😊 See you there!
Speed Dating - Age 30-40 Finger Food Included!
Speed Dating - Age 30-40 Finger Food Included!
‼️ [Get Tickets here](https://datingbar.ie/speed-dating/)‼️ **Been on many dates lately?** How about 10–15 mini-dates in one evening? **Speed Dating** is your chance to skip the endless texting and meet real singles who are ready to connect *face to face*. 👥 Recommended **age** is **30-40** 💬 Enjoy **7-minute conversations** that just might spark something real 🍴 **Finger food** served during breaks! 🎶 **Afterparty** \- watch the match on a big screen 🎟️ [Tickets](https://datingbar.ie/speed-dating/) are **essential** 💡 Further details -> DatingBar.ie Come ready to mingle, laugh, and make genuine connections. **See you there!**

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Unity GameDev Hangout (Topic TBD)
Unity GameDev Hangout (Topic TBD)
*We'll update this with the specific topic(s) once they're set for the month.* A relaxed, community-driven Unity GameDev meetup. No strict agenda — just developers getting together to talk shop, share projects, and exchange ideas. Some topics that may come up (based on attendee interest): * Frame Debugger & performance tooling * Addressables & additive scene workflows * Input System, localization, responsive UI * AI integration approaches * DevOps & LiveOps experiences * Full lifecycle: idea → cross-platform publishing * Favorite Asset Store tools and hidden gems * Weird Unity quirks we've all run into Nothing is locked in. Bring a project if you'd like, bring a question, bring a lesson learned — or just come hang out and meet other developers. All skill levels welcome. Food and drinks provided.
Unity GameDev Hangout (Topic TBD)
Unity GameDev Hangout (Topic TBD)
*We'll update this with the specific topic(s) once they're set for the month.* A relaxed, community-driven Unity GameDev meetup. No strict agenda — just developers getting together to talk shop, share projects, and exchange ideas. Some topics that may come up (based on attendee interest): * Frame Debugger & performance tooling * Addressables & additive scene workflows * Input System, localization, responsive UI * AI integration approaches * DevOps & LiveOps experiences * Full lifecycle: idea → cross-platform publishing * Favorite Asset Store tools and hidden gems * Weird Unity quirks we've all run into Nothing is locked in. Bring a project if you'd like, bring a question, bring a lesson learned — or just come hang out and meet other developers. All skill levels welcome. Food and drinks provided.
Kindness Conference 2026
Kindness Conference 2026
**Kindness Conference 2026** Registration required. Visit [www.kindhelp.org](http://www.kindhelp.org) to register! Imagine a future intentionally shaped by kindness: let's build it together with on **Saturday, July 18th at the Junto Hotel in downtown Columbus!** The function of our conference is to help people develop the skills to build kind community and provide opportunities to increase in-person connection and support in each other’s lives. **This conference is for any of us who are:** · Feeling isolated and lacking community in our current society · Wanting to make a difference in our own lives and the lives of each other · Anyone who is just wishing to create something better! **We will build more kind community by:** · Developing formats for building community-based infrastructure where existing systems are failing that anybody can use · Providing the tools that help people connect in-person and practicing using those tools together · Implementing Universal Design so that no one gets left behind **Opportunities and practical tools we are offering:** · Lunch! · Community-Building Toolkits for people to take home · A chance to build lasting friendships and supportive connections · Opportunities to share referrals, strategies, resources, and the kind of connected support networks many people receive through family, but that those without community and family are often lacking · Ongoing community dinners, free workshops, and other events where people can connect **Participants also have the opportunity to receive CE credits from the Ohio CSWMFT Board.** We are just getting started! This is one of many upcoming events where we can continue making kind community together. **Who else should be here?** Share this opportunity with anyone else who you think might want to build kind community! For more information and to register visit [www.kindhelp.org](http://www.kindhelp.org/). If you would like to help us plan the day, we would love to connect email us at [info@kindhelp.org](mailto:info@kindhelp.org)!
Board games at The Forge
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 sometimes fill esrly. There is additional parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.
Open-Table RPG Meetup!
Open-Table RPG Meetup!
Try new games, meet new people, and find out what story games are all about! Explore the reaches of space! Witness kingdoms rise and fall! Create and explore tragedies! All within a single game night. We play story games like Fiasco, Kingdom, Polaris and Microscope that encourage everyone at the table to participate creatively. We also have one-shots of indie, OSR, and narrative-focused RPGs such as Apocalypse World, Dread, Lady Blackbird, and Old School Essentials! Everybody's welcome! It doesn't matter if you've never tried story games before or never played roleplaying games at all! Just bring your brain and a good attitude and come try it out! *** **IMPORTANT** * When you arrive look for the marked Story Games Columbus Tables. Each table will have a separate game. Seating is on a first-come-first-serve basis. * If all tables are full, look for a Facilitator. We will find a way to get you into a game! * There is a flat $3 cover charge for events at Tabletop. *** **Facilitators!!** Please arrive early so that we can get you set up with a table. Please reach out to me ASAP if you would be willing to help facilitate. You can reach me on the SGC Discord here - https://discord.gg/jUTvWUu
Columbus Code & Coffee 88 @ Improving
Columbus Code & Coffee 88 @ Improving
Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!
Casual Boardgames - make friends, then beat them in games
Casual Boardgames - make friends, then beat them in games
Welcome to Casual Boardgames, where we enjoy classic tabletop games and social deduction games while bonding over good food, drinks, and great conversations. 
We started this group to meet new people and make new friends, and bonding over games in a relaxed atmosphere is a great way to do that. We currently meet near route 23 and Polaris Parkway, and this is close to areas like Powell, Lewis Center, Worthington, and parts of Westerville and Columbus. 
Feel free to bring your own games or play one of the many games our members bring. If you are inexperienced, we will help you learn. 
Here are just a few examples of the kind of games we play. 
Tabletop/board games: Splendor, Catan, Azul, Dominion, 7 Wonders… 
Social deduction games: Code Names, Chameleon, Werewords… 
IMPORTANT: 
1. While we love playing a variety of games and competing, we are not just about the games. We interact and talk while playing, and this leads to a lot of laughter and fun. If you just want to compete and focus solely on the game, then this is probably not the group you are looking for. 
2. Many people join groups like this and never (or rarely) show up after weeks or months. If you join and never really come, we will eventually remove you from the group as a courtesy to our members. Why? Because limiting group conversations (on the app) to regular members makes communication and planning much easier. Also, while it may be rare, it protects members from people who join because they are interested in following a person instead of having a real interest in our group. If you get removed, it is just because you haven’t come, and we follow this protocol as a courtesy to our regular game players.