What we’re about

Venmo: @east-bay-board-gang
Cash App: $EastBayBoardGang

Hello, Table Toppers and welcome to the gang!
We gather regularly on Wednesday nights at 7 PM, no matter the weather. You’ll find us rotating between great spots like Trumer Brewery, Homeroom, Great Notion, and Fieldwork.

We’re a fun-loving crew of board game enthusiasts diving into everything from tabletop, card, dice, and co-op games to worker placement, skill, and luck-based games. We love anything that sparks conversation, critical thinking, and laughter!

A Few Ground Rules for Fun:
While we’re open to almost every kind of game (because hey, games = fun!), we do aim to keep things moving. So, we try to:

Stick to games that run 60-90 minutes or less and take under 30 minutes to explain. (It’s not a hard rule—we just want everyone to get in on the action!)
Avoid games that are too exclusive, like Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, Warhammer, D&D, or mobile-based games.
Say no thanks to Monopoly and Cards Against Humanity.

If you’re into epic, longer games, that’s cool too! Just coordinate with others ahead of time or recruit folks who are up for the challenge when you arrive.

New to the group?
Bring a game you love, one you’re eager to learn, or even something you’re working on—yes, game developers, we want to playtest your creations!

A Labor of Love:
Diana and I pour a lot of heart into this group, even while working full-time and raising our toddler. We spend about 6 hours a week welcoming new members, planning Meetups, chatting with breweries and game developers, picking games, and keeping the fun rolling.

No Fees, Just Fun:
Our Meetups are always free, and there are no membership fees or dues. If you’d like to support the group, though, we’d be forever grateful! Contributions help us grow and bring even more fun to the table.