Events

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Here’s everything listed above by days of week with a bit more detail… if there is a big red question mark by it, we’re not sure if that specific event is currently active… if you know more about these events or spy something else not quite right, then hit the ‘Something not right?’ button and give us an update and we’ll do our best to amend the details. As always, we do our best to stay up to date but rely on our community to let us know when things change, do double check with the event organisers to make sure they’re running on any specific day.

Afternoon Play ✅

Gas Street Social, 166 - 168 Wharfside Street, The Mailbox, Birmingham, B1 1RL - first Sunday each month from 2pm to 8pm

‘Afternoon Play is a casual monthly board game meet up. Those who like the thought of spending a lazy Sunday afternoon with tea, cakes and games are very welcome to come join us. People usually bring along a range of games, and you’re welcome to bring along your game of choice. Although we’re selling this as a board game afternoon, if there is anything else you’re keen to play within the confines of a pub then we'd love to give it a go.’

https://www.facebook.com/afternoonplay

Board Games Evening ✅

Church Lounge Trinity Hill, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1TA - every Thursday from 8pm to 10.30pm

‘Join this fun and friendly group to play board games. Bring along your favourite game or choose from the large collection. A mix of games from easy to strategic, 10 minutes to over an hour. Refreshments available.’

https://scbc.churchsuite.com/events/84uontba

Board of Mondays ✅

Welcome WMC, Heath Gap Rd, Cannock, WS11 6DY - every Monday from 7pm to 10pm

‘This is a new and exciting group dedicated to the world of the modern board game. From gateway gamers, to expert euros. All are welcome here. Hoping to get regular gamers out on a Monday night at the Welcome WMC Cannock.’

https://www.facebook.com/groups/940010042371349

Bromsgrove Board Gamers ✅

The Ladybird Inn, 2 Finstall Rd, Aston Fields, Bromsgrove, B60 2DZ - every Wednesday from 7pm

‘We are a friendly board gaming group that meets every Wednesday at 7:00pm. Whether you're a board game veteran, recent convert or just curious about the hobby then you will be welcome.’

https://www.facebook.com/bromsgrovebg

Circle Battle Group ✅

Highcroft Sports & Social Club, 485 Slade Rd, Stockland Green, Birmingham B23 7JG - every Wednesday from 7pm to 10.30pm

‘Roleplaying, wargames & boardgames group in Birmingham, UK. Currently meeting Wednesday evenings (7-10:30 pm)…We have to be out by 10:30 with room tidied and chairs stacked etc.’

https://www.facebook.com/groups/circlebattlegroup

Dudley Darklords ❓

Kingswinford Community Centre, High Street, Kingswinford DY6 8AP - every Tuesday from 6.30pm to 10.30pm

‘Dudley Darklords is a wargaming, boardgame and role-playing group that meets every Tuesday evening from 6.30pm to 10.30pm at Kingswinford Community Centre.’

https://dudleydarklords.club

Edgbaston Board Games Club ✅

The Green Man, 2 High St, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9NE - every Monday from 6pm to 11pm

‘Whether you're curious about board games, keen to try something new or already have a passion for Boardgames and would like to meet like-minded enthusiasts, this is the place to be. Join us for an exciting gaming experience, where we explore a wide variety of board games, from classic favourites to the latest releases. Whether you're a seasoned player or just getting started, come and join us in a friendly and inclusive environment open to all :) There's no entry gaming charge or limited game time, so why not come and have a go!’

https://www.meetup.com/edgbaston-board-games-club

Four Oaks Baptist Church Board Game Group✅

Four Oaks Baptist Church, Grange Lane, Four Oaks, B75 5JX - last Friday each month from 6.00pm to 10.00pm

‘A relaxed, friendly evening for over 18s. Families are welcome as long as children can sit and enjoy games with parental supervision.❤️We kindly rely on donations, suggested entry fee of £2 per person’

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090371893575

Game Guru Social Gaming Night ❓

Unit 1, Utillita Arena, King Edwards Road, Birmingham, B1 2AA - every Wednesday from 7pm

‘Several social gaming nights throughout the week. Great coffee, and community. Located within the Utilita Arena, we bring together fun, flavour, and friendship. Explore our board game library, enjoy artisan coffee, delicious beers and handmade food, or browse our unique collectables all in one vibrant, welcoming space.’

https://gameguru.co.uk

Games Night: Central Boardgaming ✅

The Good Intent, 32-33 Great Western Arcade, Birmingham, B2 5HU - every other Wednesday from 6pm to 10pm

‘If you live in Birmingham or The West Midlands and enjoy playing various card games and board games, feel free to join us! We have games for casual gamers or those who are new to boardgaming, and also for more regular gamers who are immersed in the addictive world of Modern Tabletop.’

https://www.meetup.com/Board-and-Card-Game-Enthusiasts-Birmingham

Halesowen Boardgamers ✅

The Stag and Three Horseshoes, Halesowen Road, Halesowen, B62 9BB - every Wednesday from 7.30pm

‘A long-established boardgame group who meet every Wednesday at 7pm in The Stag and Three Horseshoes (B62 9BB) in the Quinton-side of Halesowen. New players are always welcome!’

https://www.facebook.com/groups/halesowenboardgamers

Hop Garden Games Night ✅

The Hop Garden, 19 Metchley Lane, Harborne, Birmingham, B17 0HT - every Tuesday from 6.30pm to 10.30pm

‘Plenty of tables, good lighting all with some cracking games and delicious ales. All gamers are welcome and newcomers will be looked after by resident expert Andy Hopwood. The official games session hosted by Andy will run from 6.30pm but you are welcome to come down and start playing at any stage from 5pm. It is free to play but we do ask that you buy any and all drinks from the venue.’

https://www.facebook.com/hoponboardgames

Kings Heath Casual Board Games ✅

Loco Lounge, 32-34 High St, King's Heath, Birmingham B14 7JT - every Tuesday from 7pm

‘Enjoy playing board games? Tired of trying to convince people to play with you? This is the group for you. We meet weekly (Tuesdays) in Kings Heath (Birmingham) at Loco Lounge and play board games together. It's as simple as that. Don’t worry if you haven’t played board games in a while (or ever!), all abilities are welcome. The emphasis is on enjoyment and meeting new people. We tend to meet just after 6:30pm and start playing games by 7pm. If you arrive after 7pm you might need to wait until a game finishes to join with others. We no longer post regular weekly calendar events but are normally running every week, and if not, we post to say things aren't happening. If you want to give us a heads up that you're new and are going to be coming along, feel free to post on the wall! Sessions are free to attend and you’re welcome to bring your own games or just join in with those others have brought with them. We're a friendly group and have two to three tables of games going weekly. It's usually a good mix from those that enjoy light party games to those who like a heavy strategic euro game. There's something for everyone!’

https://www.facebook.com/groups/457285055029990

Lichfield Gamers ✅

Duke of York, 23 - 25 Greenhill, Lichfield, WS13 6DY - every Monday from 7pm

‘This is a group for anyone interested in board games in the Lichfield area. Whether you are a veteran tabletop enthusiast or someone who is just curious. We meet on a regular basis to enjoy a variety of games, have a chat and enjoy each others company.’

https://www.facebook.com/groups/lichfieldgamers

October Wargames Association ✅

Moseley All Services Private Members Club, 91 Church Road, Moseley, Birmingham B13 9EA - every Tuesday from 5.30pm to 10.30pm

‘Everything from wargames (of all kinds), RPG's and Board Games. New people of all levels beginner and up welcome, First night is free, £3 each night after that. Annual membership is £15 (£7.50 concession's). £4 non-members. And best of all we have a bar, and free car parking!!’

https://clubwargames.wixsite.com/octoberwargames

Play More Games ✅

Paramo Lounge, 40 High St, Solihull, B91 3TB - last Sunday each Month from 2pm

‘Bring boardgames, play boardgames, drink beer, eat cake, meet fun people! Everyone welcome! The Paramo Lounge is a great venue, and we'll be upstairs and up for both light nonsense and brain burning cube pushing. With more than 4 hours of gaming time, there's time for plenty of games, and breaks in between.’

https://www.facebook.com/playmoregamessolihull

Playtest UK Birmingham ✅

Griffins Gaming, Rea Court, (Gates under the arches), 40 Trent street, Birmingham, B5 5NL - second Thursday and last Thursday each month from 6pm to 9pm

'We have a growing number of board game designers in the Birmingham area who need playtesters for their games. This event is for those designers to get together, along with playtesters, and gather feedback on their latest designs.’

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BirminghamGameDesigners

Redditch Tabletop Gamers ❓

Windmill Community Centre. Rye Grass Ln, Redditch B97 5YE - every Tuesday and Friday from 6.30pm to 10.30pm

‘Giving gamers in Redditch and surrounding areas a weekly fix of gaming for more than 9 years including tabletop wargames, board games, RPG and card games.’

https://www.facebook.com/RedditchTG

Role Players Guild Birmingham ❓

Hennessey’s Bar, Digbeth - every Thursday from 6:30 pm to 11:00pm

‘We are a group of roleplayers who get together to play roleplaying games in central Birmingham (that’s UK, not Alabama). We meet every Thursday night, from around 6:30 to 11 in DIgbeth. If you want to get in touch with us then pop on over to our website, but don’t feel like you have to – you’re more than welcome to just come on down!’

https://rpgbirmingham.co.uk

Sedgley Boardgame Group ✅

The Beacon Centre, Wolverhampton Road East, Sedgley, WV4 6AZ - first Wednesday each month from 7.30pm to 10.30pm

‘At Festival Lighthouse we host a varied bunch that like to play anything from the old family classics all the way to the more modern euro games. The venue is perfect with great lighting and a comfortable, spacious gaming area. The bar is well stocked with snacks and cobs. There are hot and alcoholic drink offerings for anyone looking to relax into an evening of gaming.’

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1292683664954124

Shake, Battle & Role ✅

Collingwood Centre, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B43 7NF - Saturdays from 6.30pm to 10.30pm

‘We are a Role-play, Wargaming and Collectible Card Games Group playing Historical, Fantasy, Modern and Sci-Fi themed games’

https://www.facebook.com/ShakeBattleRole

South Birmingham Board Games & Wargames Club ✅

Moseley All Services Club, 91 Church Rd, Moseley, Birmingham B13 9EA - every Sunday from 1.30pm

‘The club can cater for all forms of gaming; board games, card games, role-playing games and wargames. people can bring any games that they would like to play or join in with one at a table. We do try to encourage group games, such as Avalon, Codenames and Dixit, to facilitate interaction amongst those attending. The wargames do require more planning as there is more components to bring for one of these and a wide range of scales and periods are played. The club promotes social interaction rather than for small independent games who want to play long heavy games in one corner of the room week in week out.’

https://www.facebook.com/groups/349834595078639

Strategy Board Games ✅

The Hub on the Green, 27 Sycamore Road, Bournville, Birmingham, B30 2AA - second Friday each month from 7:30pm to 9:30pm

‘If you enjoy strategy games like Ticket to Ride, 7 Wonders, Twilight Struggle, or Race for the Galaxy, then come along and meet others to play with! Bring your own games or join in with ours! £3 entry, no need to book.’

https://www.hubonthegreen.org

Sutton Coldfield Games Day ❓

Sutton Girls School, Sutton Coldfield - every other month during the academic year on a Saturday - 2pm to 5pm

‘There will be a wide selection of table top games available for you to play - from beginners to strategy experts there will be something to enjoy! Bring your family and friends - there are games for all ages. Our Games Hosts can suggest games and help with the rules if you need some help. There will be treats and drinks available - and it is all provided for FREE! Please let us know if you are coming and we will make sure we have enough for everyone. All under 18s must be accompanied and supervised by at least one adult per group - everyone can play!’

https://www.facebook.com/sctabletopgames

Walsall Central Boardgaming ✅

The Black Country Arms, 9 High Street, Walsall, WS1 1QW - every other Friday from 6pm

‘Our members have a big collection of modern tabletop board games to choose from. We rotate them each time, so there will always be variety. Please feel free to bring along similar games of your own. This is intended as a low-cost evening, but please do keep the owners happy with something from behind the counter/bar, perhaps one of their beers or a cuppa, or maybe their food is tempting enough.’

https://www.meetup.com/Board-and-Card-Game-Enthusiasts-Birmingham

Wolverhampton Games Day ✅

Christ the King Church, 76 Pendeford Ave, Wolverhampton WV6 9EJ - second Saturday each month from noon to 10pm

‘A monthly Boardgames group that meet up in Wolverhampton.’

https://www.facebook.com/groups/boardgamedayswolves