Escape Rooms Sydney

Sip, Chat, Bloom ☕🌸

New to Sydney and don't know anyone yet? Come say hello. ☕🌸 This is a relaxed first meetup for women starting fresh in a new city. We'll grab coffee, share where we're from, swap tips on life in Sydney (including the job hunt), and see who clicks. 📍 Lil Miss Collins, 13 Wentworth St, Parramatta 🗓 Saturday 17 October, 10:30am 💳 Free to join, and everyone pays for their own drink or food No pressure to talk loads, no agenda, just friendly faces. Whether you've just landed or have been here a while and still haven't found your people, you're welcome. Look for me, Aman, at the table with the pink flowers. 💛

Board Games in a Bar. Someone Had To

The Art Syndicate's weekly games night has been running for over two years. The regulars keep coming back. That's the whole story, really. Come as you are. **If you've got $10 to spend at the bar, that's what keeps the collection growing**. A wine, a beer, something non-alcoholic, and you're set for the night. **If money's tight, just show up. We'd rather have you in the room.** **External food is welcome.** For the after-work crowd, we often end up eating together anyway. Lisa and Saxon know the collection inside out. Tell them what you're after, something fast and social, a deep strategy game, or you've never touched a board game in your life, and you'll be sorted in five minutes. We've got titles that'll become new favourites and rare gems for the dedicated gamers. The room fills up with people who came once and never stopped coming back. Solo, with friends, or somewhere in between, it works either way. Come find out why. 🎲 Come find out why. **🎲 What's on the table** **Party & social** Coyote · Exploding Kittens · Ghost Court · Here to Slay · Monikers · Munchkin · No Ducks Given · Sushi Go · Telestrations · Trolley Problem · Uno: No Mercy · A Fake Artist Goes to New York **Social deduction** Blood on the Clocktower · Codenames · Coup **Strategy** Arcs · Carcassonne · Catan · Railroads · Sidereal Confluence · Ticket to Ride: Europe **Mystery & investigation** Awkward Guests · Sherlock Holmes: Consulting Detective · This Game is Killer: Frozen Horrors **Co-op** Magic Maze · Pandemic Legacy · Puzzle Box **Team** Captain Sonar **Classics** Cards · Chess · Scrabble *Want something specific? Give us a heads up and we'll have it ready.* 📍 Surry Hills (address on RSVP) 🍷🍺🥤 Wine, beer & non-alcoholic 🎲 Full games library all night 🕛 Bar open until midnight *— Lisa & Saxon* ***

Tavern Trivia

Gather your party, sharpen your wits, and descend upon the Tavern for **Tavern Trivia** — a weekly battle of brains where legends are born one answer at a time. Hosted in the heart of our bustling Fortress Tavern, this isn’t your average pub trivia. Expect an unpredictable mix of **pop culture, video games, fantasy, film, and chaotic curveballs** that’ll test even the sharpest of sages. 🎁 **Epic Prizes** 🍹 **Themed Cocktails & Tankards** 🎲 **Gaming Lore & Curveball Rounds** 🧙‍♂️ **Immersive Vibes. Medieval Energy** Whether you’re here for the glory or just for the vibes, Fortress Trivia Night is your new midweek quest. Entry is free, but tables fill fast, so rally your crew and **[book your spot](https://events.humanitix.com/tavern-trivia-free-fortresssydney)**. 🤳Hosted by the wonderful Izak

Sydney Speed Dating on Zoom, Join from Home

**✨ Sydney Speed Dating – Personality Matched & Hosted on Zoom** Genuine conversations with real locals — all from your living room. Join from home, get paired with Sydney singles your age, and have real conversations on Zoom. A host manages everything so you can just relax and enjoy. **Pick your age group and sign up:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=704.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Sydney&groupurlname=the-backyard-telescope-makers-collective-group&ar=18-32&face_v=13.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=704.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Sydney&groupurlname=the-backyard-telescope-makers-collective-group&ar=30-46&face_v=13.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=704.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Sydney&groupurlname=the-backyard-telescope-makers-collective-group&ar=40-58&face_v=13.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=704.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Sydney&groupurlname=the-backyard-telescope-makers-collective-group&ar=55+&face_v=13.0) **⚠️ Heads up — RSVPing here isn't enough.** Register through your age group link below and complete the quiz. Capacity is limited. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - First-timers new to speed dating - Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting - People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation **How It Works** 1. **Register** – Select your age group above and sign up. 2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible Sydney singles. 3. **Hop on Zoom** – Join the call and your host will walk you through it. 4. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Sydney locals. 5. **Get matches** – Mutual matches shared after the event. **Event Details** - **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured - **Location:** Online from home – no need to go anywhere - **Host:** Professional host keeping the evening smooth and relaxed - **Vibe:** Friendly and relaxed – genuine chats with Sydney locals --- ✨ One Zoom call, genuine conversations, real matches. See you there. 💓 ✨

Board Game Developer Night

**Want to mingle with other game designers in the video game industry?** See all the hot, new, and fun games being cooked up by the game designers of Melbourne in our Arena! This event is free and two of our member's will be showcasing their games! 🃏 **Wednesday 8th April** 🕕 6 PM - 10 PM 📍 Fortress Melbourne, Caledonian Lane 💚 Rock up solo, bring the crew, or team up on the night, it’s up to you. ♟️ **Games are free. Drinks are flowing. Good times guaranteed.** **TERMS & CONDITIONS** * *Fortress is a licensed venue, and as such, a valid ID is required and checked upon entrance to the premises.* * *Unaccompanied minors are not permitted in the venue at any time. Please make sure any guests under 18 are accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.* * *Minors are not allowed in the venue past 8:00 pm* * *No outside food or drinks.* *More information on valid forms of identification and Fortress' minors policy can be found here: [www.fortress.games/minors/](https://www.fortress.games/minors/)*

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Free Board Game Wednesdays

**Sydney’s midweek hangout!** Free board games, great company, and zero pressure, just roll in and play. Whether you’re a Settlers of Catan strategist, an Uno wildcard, or just keen for a drink and a laugh, your Wednesday night plans are sorted. No cover charge, no excuses. 🃏 **[Every Wednesday Night](https://events.humanitix.com/free-board-game-wednesdays-free-fortresssydney)** 🕕 6 PM - 10 PM 📍 Fortress Sydney, Upstairs at Central Park Mall 💚 Rock up solo, bring the crew, or team up on the night, it’s up to you. ♟️ **Games are free. Drinks are flowing. Good times guaranteed.**

Drag Trivia

Strut in, sass up, and get ready to slay. Drag Trivia is taking over the Tavern. Gather your crew, beat that mug, and prepare for a night where charisma meets cunning in a fabulous battle of brains. Hosted in the heart of our bustling Fortress Tavern, this isn’t your average trivia night. Expect a chaotic blend of pop culture, gaming, queer icons, fantasy, film, and fierce curveballs, served with high heels and higher stakes. 🎁 Epic Prizes 🍹 Themed & Fabulous Cocktails 👾 Gaming Lore & Curveball Rounds 💃🏼 Immersive Vibes. Medieval Energy Whether you’re here for the glory or just for the vibes, Fortress Trivia Night is your new Monday night quest. Entry is free, but tables fill fast, so rally your crew and [book your spot](https://events.humanitix.com/drag-trivia-free-fortresssydney-y2q2qap6). *Registered attendance on Meetup **doesn't** guarantee you a ticket.* 🤳Hosted by the fabulous [Trinket Estrange](https://www.instagram.com/trinketestrange/)

Team Up Tuesdays

*🎮 Play games. Make friends 🎲* Make new mates every Tuesday night at Team Up Tuesdays: A fun, social gaming night at Fortress. Hosted in our Tavern, you can enjoy friendly team-based games in a welcoming, social environment. **The Games 🕹️** After checking in with our host, you'll be sorted into one of two teams. These two teams will go head-to-head across 3 rounds of casual games every week: From Uno to Jackbox and everything in between! **The Prizes 🏆** \- Fun prizes for everyone on the winning team \- Spot prizes throughout the night \- Best of all\, spending $15 on food or drinks gets you a spin on **The Wheel**: Your chance to win from a random selection of vouchers, merch and other fun prizes **The Venue 🍻** Held in our Tavern, you can enjoy hot food and cold drinks in a fun fantasy setting. [RSVP now!](https://events.humanitix.com/team-up-tuesdays-free-fortresssydney)

Ticket to Ryde

Gaming Meetups Ticket to Ryde (T2R) holds an open, social tabletop gaming meetup on Wednesdays, from 6:30pm until late. This includes all sorts of board games, card games, dice games, etc. (see the Games We Play section below for more details). We typically meet at the West Ryde Hotel (corner Victoria Road, Chatham Road & Dickson Lane). You'll find us hanging out in the Function Room, affectionately referred to as the Fish Bowl. If you enter from Dickson Lane, walk up the steps to the beer garden area and we'll be immediately on your right. On occasion, we may be forced to meet at another venue, so double check the forums on our Board Game Geek (BGG) webpage for the latest. Everyone is welcome. Minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. The hotel's function room and amenities are ambulant disability accessible, however, please be aware our alternate venues may not be. While there is no cost to attend, we're encouraged to support the hotel by purchasing food from the bistro and drinks from the bar. Many like to arrive early to order and eat dinner in the function room, before the gaming begins. Public transport, walking or cycling are ideal ways to travel to and from the venue. If driving, parking is available in the surrounding streets - be sure to check for any sign-posted parking restrictions. More information about the venue can be found on the West Ryde Hotel website.

IFF 26 - The Echo Chamber + dinner/drink beforehand

SGF - Playtesting @ Fortress

Sydney Game Festival is in town! We are taking over the Tavern and are looking to showcase a bunch more games than usual. For your chance to demo as part of this event, please apply here by 25/09/26: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfW5G39AnELmDSjylf_dsNVWbSUkEO4yN6WS_4Pp2tCjqMW-A/viewform](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfW5G39AnELmDSjylf_dsNVWbSUkEO4yN6WS_4Pp2tCjqMW-A/viewform) Please note: You CAN apply to this and the All Play Day event (and I would encourage you do apply to both) You can find the event link here: https://events.humanitix.com/sydney-games-festival-tabletop-dev-night-fortress-sydney