About us
🎲 ZFG – Zurich Fun Gamers | Play. Connect. Celebrate. 💫
Welcome to Zurich’s most active social gaming community! 🌍
At ZFG, the fun goes far beyond board games — it’s about laughter, connection, and unforgettable experiences shared with amazing people every week! 😄
We host 8–10 events each month, blending board games, badminton, bowling, ping pong, escape rooms, VR adventures, and annual travel that explores healing, nature-filled, and relaxing experiences. 🌿🏞️✨
With 80+ in-house games(and growing) across every genre — from party favorites to strategy gems — each event is packed with friendly faces, a mix of regulars and new joiners, and tons of good vibes. 💚🎯
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✨ What makes ZFG special:
- 🍻 DOPI Nights (Drink Outside, Play Inside!) – our signature Saturday social gaming evenings full of laughter and energy.
- 🎲 Tuesday Board Game Nights – every week features a new theme, fresh challenges, and a playful twist!
- 🏆 Annual Multiverse Tournament – Epic prizes,ZFG Trophy and legendary moments.
- 🎭 Pop-up Events – unique gatherings across the year in exclusive Zurich locations.
- 🔥 Theme Nights, BBQs, and travel experiences that keep the community vibrant all year long.
- 🎬 Spontaneous Gatherings – from comedy nights to movie meetups and learning new games together, we keep the fun flowing all year long! 🎉
- 🧩 Friendly hosts at every table to explain, guide, and include everyone.
- 🎁 Monthly rewards, giveaways, and community perks to celebrate our amazing members.
- 💫 Annual Legends Pass – your all-access ticket to 60+ events a year, packed with exclusive perks, rewards, and endless fun! 🏆🎟️
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We’re a non-profit Swiss association built on the belief that play connects people — welcoming everyone from curious newcomers to seasoned gamers. 🎉
Because at ZFG… there’s a game for everyone — and fun in every game! 🎲✨
Featured event
🎯 ZFG: Multiverse – 🌍 The World’s First Multi-Game Challenge 🎲🔥
🎲 Join the ZFG Multiverse Tournament, where every player experiences 3 different games, guided by expert hosts for maximum fun! Unlike traditional tournaments, this immersive format blends social, strategic, and creative games across rounds 🌟. No prior experience needed — just bring your curiosity and get ready to explore a whole new way to play! ✨🧠
Designed especially for ZFG fans, this multi-stage tournament offers an unforgettable day of competition and fun! Compete in a variety of exciting games like Codenames, Decrypto, Wavelength, Skull, Coup, Spicy, Skull King, and many more favorites!
## Tournament Structure
🎯 Stage 1 — Team Phase
A fun and accessible mix of team-based games where cooperation will lead you to success!
⚔️ Stage 2 — Bluffing Phase
The competition intensifies as players face increasingly strategic and chaotic challenges in our bluffing games.
👑 Stage 3 — Final Showdown
The top contenders battle in our most iconic game of all time: Skull King!
Who can lift the trophy this year?
- 🥇 1st Place: Legends Pass worth CHF 150 and a special trophy
- 🥈 2nd Place: ... New Game sponsored by Kabooom!
Limited spots available – bring your game face, strategy skills, and a sense of adventure! Don’t miss out on this exclusive event packed with challenges, laughter, and fantastic rewards. Sign up now to secure your spot!
The ZFG Ultimate Tournament is open to everyone, balancing luck and fun in the initial group and knockout stages, making it accessible for all skill levels. While luck plays a big part early on, a touch of skill comes into play in the final stages. So whether you're a pro or just love to play, everyone’s welcome to join the excitement! 🎲
Upcoming events
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- CHF 5.00
🎲 ZFG Pro XL Experience: Strategy Board Games 🧠 | Immersive - Themed! 🎭
Mamas Shelter Zurich, Schulstrasse 44, 8050 Zürich, Zurich, CH# Zurich’s Premier Strategy Board Game Night 💎
Ready to level up your Tuesday? This is Zurich’s top-rated strategy board game experience.
🛑 STOP: RSVP here does NOT grant entry
🎟 You must secure your ticket (CHF 5.–) here: Eventfrog LinkUnlike our casual social nights, the ZFG Pro XL Experience is for players who want depth, immersion, and focus. No 15-minute party fillers — tonight we play the heavy hitters.
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## 🔥 What to Expect
- 5–7 strategy game tables running — multiple complexity levels in parallel
- Expert Game Masters at every table — rules taught, setup handled, you just play
(Often a paid format elsewhere — included here) - Choose Your Challenge
→ Pro Table: ultra-complex strategy (BGG 3+ usually)
→ Relaxed XL Table: immersive but accessible strategy
→ Standard Tables: modern classics at mixed complexity - Long-format games: 60–120 minute sessions — deep, focused gameplay
- 📍 Exclusive New Location: Mama Shelter – Lobby / Library Area, right next to Bahnhof Oerlikon.
📱 Smart ZSP Features*:* Self check-in using your Eventfrog email or ticket ID, plus reserve your game table 12–24 hours before the event (link provided before the event).
ZFG SpielPass***
⚠️ STRICT LIMIT: 30 spots total
(3–7 players per table)
This format sells out weekly — secure your seat early.***
## 📍 The Details
- Venue: Mama Shelter – Lobby / Library Area, right next to Bahnhof Oerlikon.
- Arrival window: 19:15 – 19:30
Late arrivals cannot join once games begin
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💎 ZFG Legends: No ticket required — entry included
Check in at the door. (Ask an admin if you want to upgrade.)***
💬 Join Switzerland’s biggest social gaming WhatsApp community here:
Whatsapp🎟 Please secure your ticket here:
👉 Official Website
📲 Follow us on InstagramLimited spots to keep the experience relaxed and social.
Come for the games, stay for the people 🙂11 attendees - CHF 15.00
🎯 ZFG: Multiverse – 🌍 The World’s First Multi-Game Challenge 🎲🔥
25 hours hotel Zurich, Pfingstweidstrasse 102, Zürich, CH🎲 Join the ZFG Multiverse Tournament, where every player experiences 3 different games, guided by expert hosts for maximum fun! Unlike traditional tournaments, this immersive format blends social, strategic, and creative games across rounds 🌟. No prior experience needed — just bring your curiosity and get ready to explore a whole new way to play! ✨🧠
Designed especially for ZFG fans, this multi-stage tournament offers an unforgettable day of competition and fun! Compete in a variety of exciting games like Codenames, Decrypto, Wavelength, Skull, Coup, Spicy, Skull King, and many more favorites!
## Tournament Structure
🎯 Stage 1 — Team Phase
A fun and accessible mix of team-based games where cooperation will lead you to success!
⚔️ Stage 2 — Bluffing Phase
The competition intensifies as players face increasingly strategic and chaotic challenges in our bluffing games.
👑 Stage 3 — Final Showdown
The top contenders battle in our most iconic game of all time: Skull King!Who can lift the trophy this year?
- 🥇 1st Place: Legends Pass worth CHF 150 and a special trophy
- 🥈 2nd Place: ... New Game sponsored by Kabooom!
Limited spots available – bring your game face, strategy skills, and a sense of adventure! Don’t miss out on this exclusive event packed with challenges, laughter, and fantastic rewards. Sign up now to secure your spot!
The ZFG Ultimate Tournament is open to everyone, balancing luck and fun in the initial group and knockout stages, making it accessible for all skill levels. While luck plays a big part early on, a touch of skill comes into play in the final stages. So whether you're a pro or just love to play, everyone’s welcome to join the excitement! 🎲
6 attendees - CHF 5.00
🎰 ZFG Jackpot Night: Play BoardGames, Win CHF 50!🏆
Coopers Irish Pub, Schaffhausen Strasse 359, Oerlikon, Zurich, CHZurich's only competitive social game night where winning can pay off | Every 3rd Tuesday
🏆 THE CHALLENGE
Tonight isn't just about playing — it's about winning together.
Play → Join a hosted table (70+ games available)
Win → Win any 2 different non-cooperative games
Jackpot → Earn a Golden Raffle Ticket
Draw → At 22:30, one winner takes a CHF 50 Coopers Pub voucher
No experience needed — just a bit of luck, strategy, and good vibes 🍀🎲 JUST HERE TO PLAY & HAVE FUN?
Totally fine! If you want to skip the challenge and simply play, chat, and enjoy the evening, we've got you covered.
We always run casual tables alongside the jackpot challenge — same great games, zero pressure, pure fun.🎲 GAMES & CROWD
70+ curated games: Party, strategy, bluffing & social deduction — something for every taste and skill level.
🌐 See full game list: Website
The vibe: Mixed and welcoming — expats & locals, beginners & experienced players all share tables. English-speaking, all languages welcome.
💡 Pro tip: Arrive early for smoother table placement and more time to play!🤔 WHY ZFG?
We're Zurich's most vibrant non-profit board gaming community. No cliques, no awkward standing around — just sit down, roll dice, and make friends.
🎟️ [Secure Your Spot - CHF 5]
🎟️ Regular player? See our Annual Legends Pass in Dopi/Ladies Night events
📲 Join Switzerland's biggest board gaming WhatsApp community for weekly updates : Whatsapp
👉 Official Website
📲 Follow us on Instagram7 attendees - CHF 22.00
🏸🔥 ZFG Sunday Smashes -Social Badminton in Zurich -All Level 💥😎
Yonex Badminton Halle Hardbrücke, Geroldstrasse 5, 8005, Zürich, CHReady to sweat, smash, and socialize? Join Zurich Fun Gamers (ZFG) for our bi-weekly Sunday Badminton session at the legendary Yonex Halle!
Whether you are a complete beginner or a smash-master, this is the perfect way to end your weekend. We book minimum 4 courts, so there is plenty of space for everyone.Tickets Required : Click here :
🏸 The Setup
- Social Vibe: We mix and match! It’s about fun first.
- Skill Levels: We guarantee at least one dedicated Beginner Court. Advanced players can form a Competitive Court to battle it out. 🏆
- Equipment: Shuttles are included. Rackets available for rent (CHF 5).
- 🔄 Rotation: We may allow 2 extra players on the bench to rotate in. This ensures full courts in case of no-shows/injuries and gives everyone a chance to catch their breath! 😅
👟 The "Golden Rule" (Strict!)
- NO OUTSIDE SHOES: You must bring a separate pair of clean, non-marking indoor court shoes and change into them inside the locker room. No street shoes allowed on the courts.
🎟️ Tickets & Pricing (Book Early & Save!) To manage court bookings (48h cancellation policy), we reward early planners:
- Early Bird Ticket: CHF 22 (Buy 72h before event)
- Standard Ticket: CHF 25 (Last minute)
- Note: You must buy a ticket on Eventfrog to play. No cash/Twint on spot.
📍 Logistics
- Location: Yonex Halle, Hardbrücke (Zurich)
- Meeting Point: Inside the lobby at 15:50 (Warm-up & Shoes change)
- Game Time: 16:00 – 17:30 (90 Mins)
🍻 After the Game: The fun doesn't stop at match point! We usually stay for a drink or coffee nearby to cool down and socialize. That’s the real ZFG vibe! ✨
Let’s smash it, ZFG-style! 💪🔥
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