Console Gaming Near Me

Board games at The Forge

**Cost**: We do not require a fee to attend the events and The Forgehas graciously reserved us space to mee. We urge everyone to take full advantage of their drink selection and restaurant menu. The Forge has a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. does have a full bar and kitchen. in order to keep the event free, we want to average $20 per person. Soft drink refills are 1 each and we encourage you to try the mocktails as a level up! Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! **Parking**: We ask all attendees to park in the overflow lot located behind the Mexican restaurant next door unless of course you have mobility needs and need to park in the Forge Lot out front. **Gaming**: 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. **when you arrive**: The Forge staff can direct you to our reserved area and a group event host can help you find a table and get going on something fun! 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. **Prohibited behavior** We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. This includes especially, harassment or disrespectful behavior towards attendees and Forge staff. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area.

CABS Saturday 10/3

**CABS skips first Friday this month as OSU is away on this Saturday so we meet on that date. Join us for a game or two , an hour or two of for the day!** **Your first visit is FREE!!! *It's Your Move!!!***

CABS not a First Friday 10/9

It's a Friday @ CABS !!! Your first visit is FREE & fun !!! 4PM TO MIDNIGHT!

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.

IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes

Join the local UX and Design community for our casual monthly breakfast meetup. The [food menu](https://www.metsisitalian.com/park-service-coffee-breakfast) is a little limited this time, but we're all going to want the [little ricotta donut balls](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/696965720cb6ff5c10d9d304/1789418540860-2FODO7BMQZ12XDW3YEFG/PS_Metsis-03breaky.jpg?format=1000w) anyway. Thanks to the team at Nationwide for supporting the community.

GDEX 2026 - THE MIDWEST'S PREMIER GAMING EXPO

**[thegdex.com](https://www.thegdex.com/)** \*\**Please note that registering for this COGG event does not gain you access GDEX and its affiliated events. This is for information only but please use this event page for your benefit.*\*\* **GDEX 2026** is set to be the pinnacle of gaming events in the Midwest, taking place from October 15-18th, 2026. Dive deep into the world of gaming with everything from new and unreleased games to in-depth developer workshops. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or a casual gamer, GDEX offers a comprehensive platform to **Connect, Learn, and Share**. This **Community Event** is a weekend of gaming fun, tournaments, raffles, art, and a professional game development conference that can’t be beat! * **Explore** the latest in gaming with showcases of new and unreleased titles. * **Expand** your skills through interactive workshops and insightful panels at our renowned video game developer conference. * **Engage** with special guests from the gaming industry, including top YouTubers, streamers, and esports players. * **Experience** non-stop action with tournaments, free play areas, and exclusive game demos. **Don’t miss this extraordinary weekend!** Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable experience where you can play, learn, and connect with the gaming community. **NEWS updated here periodically!** The **[GDEX Game Jam](https://www.thegdex.com/gamejam)** Pre-Reg is now live. Signup on the Itch.io page and Discord server and join online Sept 18th-Sept 27th. Itch.io page: [https://itch.io/jam/gdex-game-jam-2026](https://itch.io/jam/gdex-game-jam-2026) Discord to the GDEX server [here](https://discord.gg/ramT49X6DT). **GDEX** at **Cherry Valley Hotel** is Thursday-Sunday October 15th-18th: [www.thegdex.com](www.thegdex.com) Tickets are live! Register as a... **Speaker**: [https://www.thegdex.com/apply#info-experiences](https://www.thegdex.com/apply#info-experiences) **Exhibitor**: [https://www.thegdex.com/apply#info-exhibitor](https://www.thegdex.com/apply#info-exhibitor) **Volunteer:** [https://www.thegdex.com/apply#info-volunteer](https://www.thegdex.com/apply#info-volunteer) Book your **Hotel at the new venue, Cherry Valley Hotel**: [http://thegdex.com/hotel](http://thegdex.com/hotel) The GDEX **Schedule** is here: *Coming soon...* [https://www.thegdex.com/#schedule](https://www.thegdex.com/#schedule) There's also cash-winning **Tournaments** signups here: [https://www.start.gg/tournament/gdex-underworld-2026/details](https://www.start.gg/tournament/gdex-underworld-2026/details) COGG's at the Show! For the **COGG booth** this year, we're planning to continue our FREE online COGG Games promotional page for your game! We've been doing this in years past and would love to continue to share and add your games here: [https://forms.gle/4mbKsBA6LT12hsDW8](https://forms.gle/4mbKsBA6LT12hsDW8) Email us for Volunteer COGG Booth inquires and greet a free pass at the show! **\[info@thecogg\.com\]\(mailto: info@thecogg\.com\)** See you at GDEX! \- With <3 The COGG Team

CABS Saturday 10/17

CABS Saturday 10/17 - join us for a day of fun and games!!! Your first visit is FREE!! Join us for one of the 2250+ games we have on site or bring one of yours!!! It's Your MOVE!!!

Monthly Game Day!! 🃏🀄️🎲

**Let’s have lunch and have some extra fun! Bring your favorite game! 🥳**

Bytes & Boards Ongoing event

Join us for Bytes & Boards First Thursdays at the Forge: \- fully hosted happy hour and your choice of food selections 5\-7PM at the Forge Tavern\, Columbus\. \- multiple game hosts ready to teach you fun board games or feel free to watch and join in when ready\! \- You can’t lose\! All of your friends are already coming\! Seriously\! If they aren’t coming yet- remind them! Everyone in IT careers around Columbus and any of their friends are WELCOME! We’re fully backed by harness.io- with the goal of bringing the networking community together. ❤️ This will be ongoing First Thursdays of every month for the foreseeable future! Block your calendars now and we’ll see you soon!

Monthly Ice Cream Social @ Jeni's

Your New Favorite Fall Plan: Bowling + Beers + New Friends 🍂🎳

**🍂 Fall Into Fun with Our Social Bowling League!** Fill up your Fall social calendar now - join our **6-week social bowling league**! Whether you’re a strike machine or you’ve never bowled without the bumpers, this league is all about good times, chill vibes, and meeting great people in Columbus - **bowling skills are definitely optional! ;)** **🗓 Thursday nights \|📍 AMF Sawmill Lanes \| 💵 $74 *(while Early Bird is active)*** **🚨New to the league?** Use discount code (**MUFA26**) for 20% off - $59.20 *during **Early Bird*** **💻 League Info & Registration**: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling **Why Join?** 🎉 It’s only 6 weeks - perfect for a low-commitment social plan 🍻 Great mix of people in their 20s, 30s, & 40s, plus post-game hangs at the bar 🎳 Zero pressure - gutter balls totally welcome! 👕 Free league shirt if you sign up early 🧠 Weekly trivia w/ prizes 💬 Super social - join solo or w/ friends! **Want in?** Join one of these fun teams, or start a team of your down w/ friends, we’ll all be hanging out either way! **Spare Me** 👉 https://tinyurl.com/2alsfcj2 **Gutter Dusters** 👉 https://tinyurl.com/2bfllz9c **Spare Me** 👉 https://tinyurl.com/2alsfcj2 📅 League Dates (Thursday nights): Oct 15, Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 19 ***(The MeetUp event date is the deadline to register for the league.)*** **Cost & What’s Included:** ✔ $74 **Early Bird** registration - **New bowler? Get 20% off w/ code: MUFA26** ✔ 6 weeks of bowling (1–3 games/week) ✔ Shoe rentals & full league setup ✔ Trivia, prizes, and great people 👉 **SIGN UP NOW** 💻League Info & Registration: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling 🤑Use promo code MUFA26 to save 20% 📸 Follow the fun on Instagram: https://bit.ly/BowlingLeague-IG 📩 Questions? Contact the league: http://bit.ly/2nKHno7 Spots are filling fast – don’t miss out on the fun times!

The Bi-Weekly Board Game Extravaganza!