Below is a round up of social events happening in and around Birmingham. Many thanks to all the event organisers for letting us know.
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Quick Guide - by day of the week
The list below features regular meet-ups either weekly, every other week or monthly, in order of what day of the week they are held on. More information on each group is further down the page.
*Events marked with an asterisk are not on every week - check their link for exact dates.
MONDAY
Booghe Social Games Evening - Booghe Store, Erdington - 4pm to 7pm
C&C Social Gaming Night - Chance & Counters, Digbeth - from 6pm
Edgbaston Board Games Club - The Green Man, Harborne - 6pm to 11pm
Lichfield Gamers - Duke of York, Lichfield - from 7pm
Board of Mondays - Welcome Cannock, Cannock - 7pm to 10pm NEW
TUESDAY
October Wargames Association - Moseley All Services Private Members Club, Moseley - 5.30pm to 10.30pm
Dudley Darklords - Kingswinford Community Centre, Dudley - 6.30pm to 10.30pm
Hop Garden Games Night - Hop Garden, Harborne - 6.30pm to 10.30pm
Redditch Tabletop Gamers - Windmill Community Centre, Redditch - 6.30pm to 10.30pm
Let’s Play Board Games - Loco Lounge, Kings Heath - from 7pm
WEDNESDAY
Games Night: Central Boardgaming - The Good Intent, Birmingham - 6pm to 10pm every other week*
Bromsgrove Board Gamers - The Ladybird Inn, Bromsgrove - from 7pm
Game Guru Social Gaming Night - Game Guru, Birmingham - from 7pm
Circle Battle Group - Highcroft Sports & Social Club, Stockland Green - 7pm to 10.30pm
Halesowen Boardgamers - The Stag and Three Horseshoes, Halesowen - from 7.30pm
Sedgley Boardgame Group - The Beacon Centre, Sedgley - 7.30pm to 10.30pm once a month*
THURSDAY
Playtest UK Birmingham - Griffins Gaming, Digbeth - from 5.30pm twice a month*
Role Players Guild Birmingham - Hennessey’s Bar, Digbeth - 6:30pm to 11:00pm
FRIDAY
Walsall Central Boardgaming - The Black Country Arms, Walsall - from 6pm every other week*
Four Oaks Baptist Church Board Game Group - Four Oaks Baptist Church, Four Oaks - 6.00pm to 10.00pm last Friday of the month*
South Birmingham Board Games & Wargames Club - Moseley All Services Club, Moseley - from 6.30pm
Redditch Tabletop Gamers - Windmill Community Centre, Redditch - 6.30pm to 10.30pm
Strategy Board Games - The Hub on the Green, Bournville - 7:30pm to 9:30pm second Friday of the month*
SATURDAY
Wolverhampton Games Day. - Christ the King Church, Wolverhampton - 11am to 8pm second Saturday of the month*
Sutton Coldfield Games Day - Sutton Girls School, Sutton Coldfield - 2pm to 5pm every other month*
SUNDAY
South Birmingham Board Games & Wargames Club - Moseley All Services Club, Moseley - from 1.30pm
Play More Games - Paramo Lounge, Solihull - from 2pm last Sunday of the month*
Afternoon Play - Gas Street Social, Birmingham - 2pm to 8pm first Sunday of the month*
More Information - alphabetical
Afternoon Play ✅
Gas Street Social, 166 - 168 Wharfside Street, The Mailbox, Birmingham, B1 1RL - First Sunday each month
‘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.’
Booghe Social Games Evening ❓
Booghe Store, The Fort, Erdington, B24 9FP - Monday - 4pm to 7pm
‘A games afternoon / early evening in the Booghe Cafe. There will be a small library of games from the shop shelves but you are welcome to bring your own. Cakes and drinks are available to buy and there is also a state of the art virtual reality room!’
Bromsgrove Board Gamers ✅
The Ladybird Inn, 2 Finstall Rd, Aston Fields, Bromsgrove, B60 2DZ
‘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.’
Circle Battle Group ✅
Highcroft Sports & Social Club, 485 Slade Rd, Stockland Green, Birmingham B23 7JG
‘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.’
Dudley Darklords ❓
Kingswinford Community Centre, High Street, Kingswinford DY6 8AP
‘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.’
Edgbaston Board Games Club ✅
The Green Man, 2 High St, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9NE
‘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!’
Four Oaks Baptist Church Board Game Group ✅
Four Oaks Baptist Church, Grange Lane, Four Oaks, B75 5JX - Last Friday each month 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’
Game Guru Social Gaming Night ❓
Unit 1, Utillita Arena, King Edwards Road, Birmingham, B1 2AA
‘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.’
Games Night: Central Boardgaming ✅
The Good Intent, 32-33 Great Western Arcade, Birmingham, B2 5HU - Every other Wednesday
‘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
‘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!’
Hop Garden Games Night ✅
The Hop Garden, 19 Metcheley Lane, Harborne, Birmingham, B17 0HT
‘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.’
Let’s Play Board Games
Loco Lounge, 32-34 High St, King's Heath, Birmingham B14 7JT
‘Enjoy playing board games? Tired of trying to convince people to play with you? This is the group for you. Don’t worry if you haven’t played board games in a while, all abilities are welcome. The emphasis is on enjoyment and meeting new people. Sessions are free to attend (but please RSVP) and you’re welcome to bring your own games or just join in with those others have brought them. We 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!’
Lichfield Gamers
Duke of York, 23 - 25 Greenhill, Lichfield, WS13 6DY
‘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.’
October Wargames Association
Moseley All Services Private Members Club, 91 Church Road, Moseley, Birmingham B13 9EA - 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!!’
Play More Games
Paramo Lounge, 40 High St, Solihull, B91 3TB - Last Sunday of the 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.’
Playtest UK Birmingham
Griffins Gaming, Rea Court, (Gates under the arches), 40 Trent street, Birmingham, B5 5NL- Second Thursday and Last Thursday in the month
'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.’
Redditch Tabletop Gamers
Windmill Community Centre. Rye Grass Ln, Redditch B97 5YE - Tuesdays and Fridays - 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.’
Role Players Guild Birmingham
Hennesseys Bar, Digbeth - Thursday - 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!’
Sedgley Boardgame Group
The Beacon Centre, Wolverhampton Road East, Sedgley, WV4 6AZ - Monthly on a Wednesday - 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.’
South Birmingham Board Games & Wargames Club
Moseley All Services Club, 91 Church Rd, Moseley, Birmingham B13 9EA
‘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.’
Strategy Board Games ✅
The Hub on the Green, 27 Sycamore Road, Bournville, Birmingham, B30 2AA
‘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.’
Sutton Coldfield Games Day
Sutton Girls School, Sutton Coldfield - Every other month 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!’
Walsall Central Boardgaming
The Black Country Arms, 9 High Street, Walsall, WS1 1QW
‘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 11am to 8pm