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Rooftop Board Game Wednesdays

Rooftop Board Game Wednesdays

Thu, Aug 6, 12:00 AM
From West LA Tomat Rooftop Games, Trivia, & Music Meetup Group

Bring a friend or group, and join us at Tomat on our rooftop for board games every Wednesday evening from 5-8pm! We provide chess, checkers, scrabble, backgammon, and cards--though you're welcome to bring any of your favorites. Enjoy a sensational view of jets landing at LAX under our beautiful shade canopy. Our food has been featured on the Michelin Guide since opening, and our cocktail and wine lists have received awards from PUNCH and Wine Spectator, respectively. We offer seasonal beers from around LA, and a vast selection of Non-Alcoholic options.

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Board games and brews!

Board games and brews!

Sat, Aug 1, 7:00 PM
From West LA Board Game and Brew Meetup
4.9

Join Us for Games, Drinks, and Food Looking for a fun, social way to unwind? Come join our board game meetup! We offer a wide variety of games for all kinds of players—whether you’re into strategy, party games, or laugh-out-loud chaos, there’s something here for you. Here are just some of the awesome games we’ll have on hand: ️ Catan - the original game that started it all. A fun way to build and gather resources. - Catan: Game of Thrones – Brotherhood of the Watch - Catan: Starfarers - Catan Expansions Werewolf, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, Clocktower, Avalon, Secret Hitler If you enjoy social deduction and casual gas-lighting then this is the place to play ‍♂️ Magic Maze A silent, real-time co-op game where you guide fantasy heroes through a mall to steal magical gear—without talking! Exploding Kittens Draw cards and try to avoid the Exploding Kitten! Fast, funny, and full of surprise twists. Unstable Unicorns Build your unicorn army and sabotage others in this cute-yet-cutthroat card game of magical destruction. Bang! A hidden-role Wild West game where players shoot, scheme, and try to outwit the Sheriff and outlaws alike. Bananagrams A fast-paced word game where you race to build crossword-style grids. Think Scrabble—but quicker and no turns! Anarchy Pancakes Stack and slap pancakes in a frantic race to match toppings. Perfect for groups and younger players! Neanderthal Poetry Speak only in caveman grunts and gestures to help your teammates guess the right word. Creative and hilarious! ️ Codenames: Pictures Give clever one-word clues to help your team find the right pictures on the board before the other team does. Trial by Trolley A dark and hilarious party game where one player controls a runaway trolley—and everyone else argues over who gets run over. Morally questionable fun! ⸻ And that’s not all—we have even more games than those listed! Our collection is always growing, and we love variety. Got a game you love? Bring it along! Whether it’s a hidden gem or a popular favorite, we’re always happy to try something new. Come for the games, stay for the good vibes and great company

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Game Night - Tortugo Brewing Company

Game Night - Tortugo Brewing Company

Thu, Aug 6, 2:00 AM
From Vending Machine Games Game Nights
5.0

Looking for a place to play some board games? In the Los Angeles area? Join us at Tortugo Brewing Company in Inglewood! We'll have: 🎲 Craft Beers 🎲 Indie RPGs 🎲 Board Games

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BOARDGAMES AND BEER 🍻

BOARDGAMES AND BEER 🍻

Sun, Aug 2, 9:00 PM
From Just Because
4.6

Hi all! Let’s meet up again for some Boardgames and Beer! This month we will meet at Steelcraft in Bellflower- which is a bit larger than the Long Beach Steelcraft; it has an arcade room, coffee shop, taco shop, Argentinian food, tacos, chocolate strawberries, and beer and wine- so there is something there for everyone to enjoy! I will bring with me my typical Boardgames which include some favorites like Codenames, Cards Against Humanity, Jenga, Ransom Notes, Moniker and more! If you have a favorite board game at home that you’d like to share with the group you are more than welcome to bring it and introduce us all! I’ll save us a few picnic tables and wait around in my BLUE COWBOY HAT 🤠 I’m looking forward to seeing you there!

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Weekly Board Game Hang

Weekly Board Game Hang

Thu, Jul 30, 1:30 AM
From Rock Coffee
4.9

Welcome back to our weekly Wednesday board game hang (previously as Nightcap Collective)! These gatherings exist to help you meet new people while doing something fun. Come on by between 6:30-9:30 pm and play from our collection, or bring your own favorites. We are no longer charging a cover but PLEASE pitch in by buying food and/or a drink from our coffee bar so we can keep the lights on and hangs happening 🙏 All skill levels and board game interests welcome - whether you're a beginner or advanced, looking for intense strategy or short, lighthearted games. We've got plenty of tables to group up by interest, meet your neighbor, and have a good time.

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Indie RPG Game Night (Geeky Teas)

Indie RPG Game Night (Geeky Teas)

Tue, Aug 11, 1:00 AM
From Story Games LA
4.9

WHAT IS THIS EVENT? At **Indie RPG Night** we gather to play story games and independent role-playing games (RPGs). These games are similar to role-playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) but tend to be simpler to learn, and have more shared narrative control for all players. WHO IS THIS FOR? Any experience level is welcome, with no prior knowledge required. Almost all games are meant to be played in a single night (sometimes called *one-shots* or *episodic*), so no regular attendance is necessary. WHAT GAMES DO WE PLAY? We play games that allow us to come together to have a good time telling a story collaboratively. We do not generally play games with a win condition. Some games we play have a game master (GM) and players, similar to D&D. Other games are “GM-less” or "GM-ful", and have no game master, where the rules of the game have us share narrative authority so we all have similar control over the story. Some examples include: * Apocalypse World * Blades in the Dark * Dream Askew * Fiasco * For The Queen * The Quiet Year * Microscope WHAT GAMES DO WE AVOID? We avoid role-playing games that may require players to have prior knowledge of rules (which is often the case with RPGs such as D&D). Many of us love board and card games, however this is not the event for those games. Note that some story games have elements that may look like board and card games, however we play games that share our goal of coming together to collaboratively tell a story. Although some board games have narrative elements (such as Above and Below), or can be played in a narrative manner (such as Arkham Horror), these do not meet our criteria. If you have any doubts, please talk to one of the organizers. It is also important that games played conform to our Community Standards (https://bit.ly/StoryGamesLA-CommunityStandards). WHERE AND WHEN IS THE EVENT? Locations vary so check the meetup event for the current location. On this night we play at **Geeky Teas & Games** in Burbank. We plan to meet up starting at 6pm, and pitch games promptly at 6:30pm. The venue closes at 10pm. Games tend to normally last 2-4 hours. Note that Geeky Teas requires a $8 cover fee that you pay directly to them upon entry to the venue. HOW DO I ATTEND? If you plan on attending, please RSVP here. We have tables reserved but space may be limited, so we will prioritize people who RSVP if we end up having too many folks. We will try to accommodate everyone best as possible. If your plans change, please update your RSVP as early as possible so we have an accurate count. You should not need to bring anything with you, however always feel free to bring writing utensils, dice, note cards, and so on. WHAT ARE THE RULES? We try to provide an inclusive space, and do not tolerate harassment or prejudice of any kind, including that based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, or disabilities. By attending and participating you are agreeing to abide by our Community Standards (https://bit.ly/StoryGamesLA-CommunityStandards). If you have any issues, please contact one of the meetup organizers at any time, either during the meetup or afterwards. We use the X-card and other RPG communication and safety tools, which we write about in our Community Standards document, and review when our events start. HOW CAN I RUN A GAME? If you are new to the group and the events, we ask that you play the first few times to get a feel for the games we play, and for the environment and our community. If have done so, and wish to run a game, please get in touch with the meetup organizers either at the event, or in the **Story Games LA** **Discord** ([https://discord.com/invite/qbPzyRYBQv](https://discord.com/invite/qbPzyRYBQv)). After doing so, you simply need to bring the materials needed to play: rules, printouts, notecards or blank paper, tokens, printouts, and so on. We may have some of these items, but may not have what you need. HOW CAN I BE A PART OF THE COMMUNITY? The best place to participate with our community prior to or outside of the events is to join the **Story Games LA** **Discord** ([https://discord.com/invite/qbPzyRYBQv](https://discord.com/invite/qbPzyRYBQv)). This is also where we sometimes host our online events.

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Meetup is a platform that helps people find local groups and events that match their interests, including casual gaming. Join communities to meet others who share your hobbies.

You can search for casual gaming events in Los Angeles by browsing the games and hobbies category on Meetup. This allows you to connect with local gamers and take part in interesting meetups.

Yes, Los Angeles has a variety of casual gaming groups. You can easily find and join these groups through Meetup, connecting with fellow gaming enthusiasts in your area.

Definitely! Once you find a gaming event you're interested in, you can RSVP to let the organizers know you're planning to attend. This helps plan for the event effectively.

Yes, most gaming groups on Meetup welcome newcomers. Simply find a group that matches your gaming style or interests and sign up. Introduce yourself and start connecting with fellow gamers!

The frequency of gaming meetups varies by group and organizer. Some might meet weekly, while others hold monthly events. Check specific groups for upcoming schedules.

Using Meetup can be free for attendees. However, some events might have a participation fee, depending on the organizer's requirements. Always check event details for any costs.

Not all gaming interests may be represented at all times. Availability depends on who's organizing. However, with time and active participation, you'd likely connect with those sharing your interests.

Yes, if you're passionate about a particular game and want to meet others who are too, you can create and host your own event on Meetup. This allows you to contribute to the gaming community.

No, events are organized by individual hosts and group organizers, not directly by Meetup. They create events and gather people based on shared interests like casual gaming.

Join discussions on Meetup event pages or group forums. Engaging with posts or starting conversations about gaming experiences is a great way to connect with others.

If you can't find gaming events when you first join, check back regularly or consider starting one yourself. Interest and availability can change, creating new group dynamics.

This varies depending on the group's rules. Always check with the event organizer to see if bringing friends outside of Meetup is allowed. Some might welcome it to enhance networking.

Meetup primarily facilitates group connections. While you may meet individuals who share your interests, the focus remains on group experiences rather than 1:1 matchmaking.

Event quality varies with the organizers' experience and resources. While most aim to provide good experiences, levels of organization can differ based on many factors.