Tabletop Role Playing and Board Games

**Looking for something different this weekend?** Join us for a cozy night of **board games, great coffee, and good vibes** at **Chaffé Coffee Corner** — a hidden gem inside Lazeez. Whether you come solo or with friends, this is the perfect place to: ✔ Meet new people ✔ Play fun, easy-to-learn games ✔ Relax with coffee & desserts ✔ Enjoy a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere No experience needed — we’ll have games ready and help you get started. *** ☕ **What to expect:** * A variety of board games (easy + social) * Fresh coffee, smoothies, desserts & breakfast options * A friendly, chill environment (no pressure, just vibes) *** 📍 **Location:** Chaffé Coffee Corner (inside Lazeez Shawarma) 2060 Ellesmere Rd, Unit 11 *** 🕒 **Time:** Every Saturday Feb 28, 2026, 6:00 PM *** 💡 **Good to know:** * Just grab a coffee or snack to support the café * Limited seating → smaller group = better vibe *** 👉 **RSVP now & come hang out — spots are limited**

Hello all! New and veteran gamers are welcomed. We will also be teaching games too! For all participants of our Crit Tako meetups, Wood For Sheep has reduced the **sitting fee to $6 per person** (Thank you WoodForSheep!). Same sitting fee for Flock members. The sitting fee will cover from 1 pm to 11 pm (closing time). We usually play till 7 pm or 8 pm (for a break, grab dinner), depending on the game. But you are welcome to stay after and continue playing. Wood For Sheep has a large collection of games available for the public to play. You can bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic drinks too! I invite you to follow and Subscribe to us in the links below to stay up to date on future events, contests, and videos! Join our Discord server to suggest games to play in the Meetup section. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFEmt6ZGISZgqwTStAvBDUQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CritTako Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crittako Discord: https://discord.com/invite/N8FPKV7EvH Looking forward to seeing you and Come Play With Us!

Welcome to the Saturday meetup for Toronto Heavy Boardgamers @ The Guild House! The purpose of this event is to meet up to play heavier / longer board games, and have fun while doing it! We will start off small and if there is sufficient interest we will add capacity for future events. You are welcome to bring your own games to the event, or use the games in the library at the location. **Scheduling details:** \- If you have a specific game that you would like to post for\, feel free to do so in comments\. In your post\, include the name of the game\, number of players needed for the game\, whether you are offering a teach or not\, and the start time \(please try to start before noon if possible\)\. \- If you would like to join a specific game that has already been posted\, feel free to comment on it confirming your participation\. Make sure you have noted the details posted by the host\. \- You are of course also welcome to organize / join games onsite on the day itself\, assuming sufficient players / tables are available **Rules around COVID:** \- Given this is a public event\, we respectfully ask that only i\) fully vaccinated individuals\, and ii\) those not exhibiting any COVID symptoms\, participate\. This requirement may change in the future based on provincial guidelines and group requirements **Available Amenities:** \- Food and drinks are available on\-site\, you can see a detailed menu [here](https://theguildhouse.ca/pages/menu). **Outside food and drinks are not allowed by the Guild House.** \- There is an on\-site game library\, and use of it is covered within the admission fee\. **Admission Fee:** \- There is a $10 fee charged by the establishment for use of space\. Payments are to be made directly to the establishment at the time of entry and not to the organizer

Come play the Riftbound TCG in a relaxed, friendly environment! We’ll be hosting casual Riftbound nights, specifically geared towards beginners and casual players. **TIME:** 6:00PM-9:00PM **PRIZING:** 1 participation promo pack for attendance Bring a 40–60 card deck, and battle in a casual multiplayer environment. Custom Deck Play encourages creativity, experimentation, and friendly strategy without the pressure of competitiveness. Games typically support 2–4 players depending on preference. Don’t have your own deck yet? We have a few Riftbound starter decks available to borrow to play fort he event. All skill levels are welcome! You can pre-purchase your ticket to confirm your spot on https://lvlupgames.ca/products/saturday-night-riftbound \~ **What is Riftbound?** Riftbound is a new physical trading card game from Riot Games set in the world of League of Legends. Players compete to score points by controlling battlefields with units, spells, and gear, with the first to reach eight points winning. The game is designed to be easy to learn and supports both one-on-one and multiplayer (up to four players) games.

Tickets are available in advance on [Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-2slgbtqia-board-games-extravaganza-tickets-1983204964435?aff=ebdsoporgprofile). Hello and welcome to the 2SLGBTQIA+ Extravaganza! We are Canada's largest, and longest-running, board game event for the queer community. **About Us:** Our events are friendly meetups that aim to create a safe space for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, friends, and allies to gather and connect through gaming. Our goals for our events are to foster greater community, help build friendships, and support our community's safe space partners. **Cover:** Tickets will be pay-what-you-can, with a minimum $5. Admission supports all the resources that go into making these volunteer-organized events possible. Tickets can now be reserved in advance on [Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-2slgbtqia-board-games-extravaganza-tickets-1983204964435?aff=ebdsoporgprofile). Why this change? 1. Since our new venue has limited seating, an RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee a seat. Especially if you are travelling from outside downtown, it helps gamers know they can attend the event before they arrive. 2. The lobby to the venue is much smaller than CSI. So to help folks enter the venue, having a QR code ticket is much faster than taking payments at the door. 3. With the option to PWYC, having tickets makes managing sales easier for our volunteers. 4. CSI was very generous with their pricing since many of the Extravaganza organizers were members of their organization. Since they closed, finding a new space in the city at the same price felt impossible. But! Cake Cabaret is also very generous in working with us to make a financially accessible event. In order to help them save on costs and manage their space, knowing numbers in advance with tickets is a HUGE help. **Waitlist & Walk-Ups:** If the pre-book tickets sell out on Eventbrite, we recommend joining the Eventbrite waitlist to be notified if a spot becomes available in advance. We will also start selling rush tickets for any seats that are open after 6:30 PM to walk-ups on a first-come basis, and we can accept both cash and card for payment at the door. If planning to do rush, pay-at-the-door tickets, the Cake Cabaret bar will be open with limited standing room for drinks and to social with other guests while you wait before 6:30 PM. **What to Expect:** Connecting with you and helping you find a group and a game is literally why we love putting these events on. Should you join us, both our volunteers and veteran attendees will help you feel comfortable and at home. 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 our friendly volunteers can help pair you with a community table, assist with introductions, and offer support with any new games by providing a teach of the rules. Extravaganza events are community first. However you identify on the 2SLGBTQIA+ spectrum, there is always a chair for you at our game tables. Friendly allies are also welcome, so long as they are respectful of the intentions of the event space. **Board Games:** From classic favourites to modern hits, we will have a wide selection of games to choose from, learn, and explore with nearly 100 games in our collection, including Coup, Codenames, Catan and many more! We also like to bring out the more crunchy games like Wingspan and Viticulture. You are also welcome to bring games from your own collection if you are interested in leading a table. **Roleplaying Games (RPGs) and Social Deception Games:** * Ever wanted to try a game like Dungeons & Dragons or Blood on the Clocktower? This is your chance! Our volunteers will be at some of the tables, ready and dedicated to leading beginner-friendly games for you to experience! * Our events feature a rotation of game experts and game systems, so there's always a new world to explore in a one-shot format. * When you first arrive, you can sign up for these activities or plan ahead in the new [Changeling Gaming Discord](https://discord.gg/Jnpa4CRFaN). **\- SCHEDULE \-** * **6 PM** // Doors open for ticket-holders, walk-in ticket sales, and sign-ups for group activities. * **6:15 - 9:30PM**// Openplay gaming tables, drink services, and food pop-up Dining & Dragons. * **8:30 PM//** Last call for the Kitchen * **9:30 - 10PM**// Wrap up games and social * **10PM** // Event ends **\- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS \-** 1. **Venue:** NEW! With the news of CSI Annex closing, we have worked hard to find a new home. Serving sweet treats with a side of spicy performance, Cake Cabaret is Toronto’s one-of-a-kind destination for dance, burlesque, drag, and special events. The perfect place to be safely queer and game. 2. **Accessibility:** The Cake Cabaret is easily accessible. They are only a few minutes' walk west from Pape Subway Station. The venue also features elevator access with low-reach buttons and a range of seating options that are easy to move. It also has gender-neutral bathrooms with push-buttons, wide stalls and low sinks. 3. **Food & Drink:** Cake Cabaret will be hosting a bar with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic [beverage options](https://www.cakecabaret.ca/menu-1). Please make a purchase where you are able to support the venue. (Remember to please drink responsibly). Our friends at [Dining & Dragons](https://www.instagram.com/dininganddragons/) will also be joining us again to offer a food pop-up with some delicious options for purchase. The food is incredible and well worth a try! **Want to Volunteer?:** We are always looking for wonderful folks to join our friendly team of volunteers who help to make these events possible. From greeting folks at the door, to teaching games, we have a wide variety of tasks behind the scenes that need doing. Volunteers help with set-up, clean-up, and 2 hrs of the event, hosting one of the various activities. If you would be interested in joining us, please email changelinggaminginfo@gmail.com **This event is powered by Changeling Gaming.** To learn more about us, please visit our [Linktree](https://linktr.ee/ChangelingGaming).

**Pocket & Connect: Meet. Learn. Play.** New to pool or looking to meet people who enjoy the game in a relaxed and social setting? Pocket & Connect is a beginner friendly pool social designed for casual players who want to learn, play, and connect without pressure. This event is focused on fun, social play, light instruction, and mini games that help you improve while meeting new people. No league experience or advanced skill required. **Event Details** * **Date:** Friday, March 6 * **Time:** 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM * **Location:** Pool Lab, 1377 The Queensway, Etobicoke * **Cost:** $15 per person * **RSVP Required** **What’s Included** * 3 hours of pool with guided social play and fun mini games * Beginner friendly tutorials and tips from a PBIA certified instructor * Light snacks and soft drinks * A welcoming environment for new and casual players Whether you are picking up a cue for the first time or just looking for a more social way to play, this event is built to help you feel comfortable, learn the basics, and enjoy the game. Spots are limited, so please RSVP in advance. We look forward to seeing you at the table.

**Welcome to our group! We hope to see you out at the pool soon. We play Fridays 8:30-10pm at Riverdale Collegiate Institute pool. We have lots of spare gear for you to try the game, so there is no need to buy anything before you try U/W Rugby. Just bring your suit and towel. And your first 2 practices are free!** \*Please note: This game requires swimming. While we do have lifeguards, you must be a competent swimmer and comfortable in the water in order to participate. **Enter the school through this door: [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T1BP7DXur9QHK5aYo-s3vwmHu3MG9N55/view?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T1BP7DXur9QHK5aYo-s3vwmHu3MG9N55/view?usp=sharing)** **Directions to the pool:** **[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ggRqpd6UiCX1L-1Hbupg2GMclkbxNVx7/view?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ggRqpd6UiCX1L-1Hbupg2GMclkbxNVx7/view?usp=sharing)** **Looking forward to seeing you at the pool,** **Gord**

Welcome to the Sunday meetup for Toronto Heavy Boardgamers @ Face-to-Face Games! The purpose of this event is to meet up to play heavier / longer board games, and have fun while doing it! We will start off small and if there is sufficient interest we will add capacity for future events. **Scheduling details:** \- If you have a specific game that you would like to post for\, feel free to do so in comments\. In your post\, include the name of the game\, number of players needed for the game\, whether you are offering a teach or not\, and the start time \(please try to start before noon if possible\)\. \- If you would like to join a specific game that has already been posted\, feel free to comment on it confirming your participation\. Make sure you have noted the details posted by the host\. \- You are of course also welcome to organize / join games onsite on the day itself\, assuming sufficient players / tables are available **Rules around COVID:** \- Given this is a public event\, we respectfully ask that only i\) fully vaccinated individuals\, and ii\) those not exhibiting any COVID symptoms\, participate\. This requirement may change in the future based on provincial guidelines and group requirements **Admission Fee:** \- There are no table fees for this event

Join us for a relaxed and fun evening of board games! Whether you love strategy games, party games, or classic favorites, everyone is welcome. Feel free to bring your own games if there’s something you’d like to play or share with the group. The more the merrier—invite friends, family, or anyone who enjoys a good game night. No experience needed; we’re happy to teach games and learn new ones together. Come meet new people, try different games, and enjoy a great night of friendly competition and laughter! ♟️🃏

OTHER CAFE POLICIES 1. There is an entry fee of $6/person + tax during weekdays (MON - THU excluding holidays) and $8/person + tax on weekends and holidays. 2. As a cafe we offer coffee and other beverage options. We would greatly appreciate that you not bring outside drinks into the store. 3. We also offer pastries baked in house, light fare, and some pre-packaged snacks. We permit you to bring food options from the other businesses in the plaza (Henry's Fish & Chips, Vito's Pizza) to support our neighbouring, small businesses. 4. Be considerate of other guests when selecting games from our library and limit the number of games you bring back to each table to two (2) at a time. 5. You are welcome to bring your own games to use in the cafe, but LVLUP GAMES is not responsible for lost, stolen, or otherwise damaged games/components As a general meet up rule (since the cafe has limited seating), it is of the utmost importance that if you plan on attending you sign up for the event. Likewise, if you are unable to make it, kindly mark that you will not be coming so your spot becomes available for another person. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Hope to see you soon!

Trial Events, Entrance fee : Free ​【詳細 / Details】 ⚠️ English Guidance below ⚠️ ​今までのような「ただ座って話すだけの言語交換」はもう終わり！ 今回のイベントは**【英語でのコミュニケーション＆ネットワーキング】**に特化した新しいスタイルのソーシャルイベントです。 ​ネイティブスピーカーも、英語を勉強中の人も大歓迎！英語が完璧じゃなくても大丈夫です。大切なのは「英語を使って、トロントでの新しいコネクション（繋がり）を作ること」！ ​✨ このイベントの特徴 ✨ ​English Focused: 会話は基本的に英語！「英語環境にどっぷり浸かりたい」という人に最適な空間です。（ブロークンイングリッシュでも100%OK！） ​Active Networking: ただ座るだけでなく、「Topic Roulette（トピックルーレット）」などのゲーム性を取り入れ、グループを定期的にシャッフル。短い時間でたくさんの人と自然に話せる仕組みを用意しています。 ​Life & Career Connection: 単なる言語練習ではなく、トロントでの友達作り、仕事探し、情報交換のための強力なネットワークが手に入ります。 ​気軽にお友達を作りたい方、リラックスした環境で楽しく英語を話したい方にぴったり！ ​🎟 参加費: たったの 5ドル 💰 支払い: 「当日」現金または e-transfer（イベントホストにお声がけください） ​Japanish ルール (Safe & Fun Community) ​みんなが安心して楽しく参加できるよう、以下のルールを設けています。ルールを守れない場合は、グループから退会となります。 ​キャンセルポリシー 参加できない場合は、必ず「不参加（Not going）」に変更してください。無断キャンセル（No show）が2回続いた場合は退会となります。 ​他の参加者への配慮 ・場の雰囲気を壊すような発言（セクハラ・侮辱・差別的な発言・強引な勧誘など）は禁止です。 ・同意のない軽いタッチやハグなど、あらゆるハラスメント行為を禁止します。 ​ホストの指示に従うこと ・全員が楽しめるよう、イベントの進行（席替えなど）にご協力をお願いします。 ・これは出会い系（デート）イベントではありません。特定の人のみを指名して会話することはご遠慮ください。 ⚠️ 話したくない相手（NGパーソン）がいる場合は、いつでもホスト（KOKI または Juan）にこっそり相談してください。すぐに対応します！ ​(English Version) ​Toronto English Connection & Networking! ​No more "just sitting and talking" standard language exchanges! This time, we are bringing you a new style of social event strictly focused on 【English Communication & Networking】. ​Whether you are a native speaker or an English learner, everyone is welcome! Your English doesn't have to be perfect. The most important thing is to use English to build new connections in Toronto! ​✨ Event Highlights ✨ ​English Focused: Conversations will be in English! It's the perfect environment if you want to immerse yourself. (Broken English is 100% welcome!) ​Active Networking: We don't just sit! We use fun systems like "Topic Roulette" and regular seat shuffles so you can naturally talk to many different people in a short time. ​Life & Career Connection: More than just language practice—this is the place to make real friends, exchange information, and expand your Toronto network. ​🎟 Fee: Just $5 💰 Payment: Cash or e-transfer on the day of the event. (Please find one of the hosts upon arrival). ​Japanish Rules ​To ensure everyone enjoys the event safely and comfortably, please follow these rules. Anyone who violates them may be removed from the group. ​Cancellation Policy: If you can’t attend, please change your RSVP to “Not going.” Two no-shows without notice will result in removal. ​Respect for Others: Inappropriate behavior (harassment, discrimination, unsolicited business pitches) is strictly prohibited. Avoid any unwanted physical contact. ​Follow Host Instructions: Please cooperate with our event flow (like seat shuffling). This is NOT a dating event; do not monopolize specific individuals. ⚠️ If there’s someone making you uncomfortable, let the hosts (Koki or Juan) know privately. We’ve got your back!

*Games Schedule* Wednesday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 3 / 5 NLH - $500 Free Roll Thursday Event: - 1 / 2 NLH - Deep Stack - Min 100 - Max 1000 - $500 Free Roll Friday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 1 / 3 PLO - $500 Free Roll Saturday Event: - 1 / 2 NLH - Deep Stack - Min 100 - Max 1000 - $500 Free Roll Sunday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 2 / 2 PLO - $500 Free Roll Monday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 3 / 5 NLH - $500 Free Roll

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

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.

Thanks for being a part of the CABS Meetup Group! We meet @ the COFFEE UNDERGROUND on Indianola Avenue. We play many different games @ CABS - bring your own or play one of the OVER 2000 in our library. What are your favorite games? What was the last game you played? Hope to see and game with you soon! Check us out on Facebook! Doors open early on Saturday Mornings at 10am and around 4pm on Fridays if you are interested in learning new / simpler games ... or new to the hobby or just want to check us out come in early just after noon and we will show you around before the crowd grows. Stay for a game or two, an hour or two or for the day! Your first visit is free and after that it's $5 a meeting or you can join for the year! It's Your Move

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.