What we’re about
MDGN is a free and open group dedicated to bringing people together to play / learn games, have fun, and make friends. We have monthly board game nights on Saturdays from 7pm-2am in Sterling Heights, as well as many special gaming and social events all around Metro Detroit. From the simplest party games to the most complex strategy games all types of tabletop are represented.
You don't need to own or know how to play anything to attend our events because we have hundreds of games we can teach you. That being said, you're always welcome to bring your own games too. You also don't need (but are always welcome) to bring anyone with you because we can introduce individuals, couples, and groups to play together in a safe, chill environment. Ask around for our founder Rob (Big O) if you ever need any help.
In addition to our monthly board game nights past events have included (biannual) video game nights, laser tag, bowling, escape rooms, disc golf, trivia, karaoke, paint and sip, movies, and more. We also host several annual events like an adult Easter egg hunt, summer BBQ, growler party, Halloween party, Thanksgiving potluck, Christmas party, (biennial) New Year's Eve party, camping trip, pub crawl, beer olympics, and attend others like anime / gaming / comic conventions, renaissance festivals, Detroit Zoo event(s), and beer festivals.
Our group is currently based in Sterling Heights / Clinton Township but we have members and events all over the Metro Detroit area including Warren, Roseville, St. Clair Shores, Eastpointe, Grosse Pointe Woods, Shelby Township, Fraser, Hazel Park, Madison Heights, Harper Woods, Royal Oak, Ferndale, Southfield, Harrison Township, Troy, Berkley, Rochester Hills, Oak Park, Clawson, Grosse Pointe Park, Detroit, and more.
Please join our Facebook group and like our Facebook page as well:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetroDetroitGameNight/
https://www.facebook.com/MetroDetroitGameNight/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Black Comedy - A Show in the DarkOrchard Lake Community Church, Presbyterian, Orchard Lake Village, MI
Tread the Boards Theatre and Metro Detroit Game Night's very own actress Mary G. present Black Comedy – A Show in the Dark!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of theatre, laughter, and live entertainment. This uproarious one-act farce by Peter Shaffer flips the stage into comic chaos as a sudden power outage leads to a series of hilarious misunderstandings. In a brilliant theatrical twist, the audience can see everything while the characters are “in the dark,” resulting in outrageous physical comedy, mistaken identities, and escalating confusion.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there! This special production also features two other incredible guest performers:
Reilly Kerrigan, whose powerhouse vocals will bring a beautiful musical interlude to the night.
Jeremy Lippitt, a sharp and witty stand-up comedian who’s guaranteed to get the audience laughing.
Whether you're a fan of fast-paced farce, live music, or stand-up comedy, Black Comedy – A Show in the Dark promises an evening full of laughter, talent, and theatrical fun. Don’t miss your chance to catch this one-of-a-kind event!
Tickets $16: https://www.treadtheboardstheatre.org/buy-tickets
Mary G. has even agreed to do a shot at our next game night with everyone (21+) who attends.
- Black Comedy - A Show in the DarkOrchard Lake Community Church, Presbyterian, Orchard Lake Village, MI
Tread the Boards Theatre and Metro Detroit Game Night's very own actress Mary G. present Black Comedy – A Show in the Dark!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of theatre, laughter, and live entertainment. This uproarious one-act farce by Peter Shaffer flips the stage into comic chaos as a sudden power outage leads to a series of hilarious misunderstandings. In a brilliant theatrical twist, the audience can see everything while the characters are “in the dark,” resulting in outrageous physical comedy, mistaken identities, and escalating confusion.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there! This special production also features two other incredible guest performers:
Reilly Kerrigan, whose powerhouse vocals will bring a beautiful musical interlude to the night.
Jeremy Lippitt, a sharp and witty stand-up comedian who’s guaranteed to get the audience laughing.
Whether you're a fan of fast-paced farce, live music, or stand-up comedy, Black Comedy – A Show in the Dark promises an evening full of laughter, talent, and theatrical fun. Don’t miss your chance to catch this one-of-a-kind event!
Tickets $16: https://www.treadtheboardstheatre.org/buy-tickets
Mary G. has even agreed to do a shot at our next game night with everyone (21+) who attends.
- Black Comedy - A Show in the DarkOrchard Lake Community Church, Presbyterian, Orchard Lake Village, MI
Tread the Boards Theatre and Metro Detroit Game Night's very own actress Mary G. present Black Comedy – A Show in the Dark!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of theatre, laughter, and live entertainment. This uproarious one-act farce by Peter Shaffer flips the stage into comic chaos as a sudden power outage leads to a series of hilarious misunderstandings. In a brilliant theatrical twist, the audience can see everything while the characters are “in the dark,” resulting in outrageous physical comedy, mistaken identities, and escalating confusion.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there! This special production also features two other incredible guest performers:
Reilly Kerrigan, whose powerhouse vocals will bring a beautiful musical interlude to the night.
Jeremy Lippitt, a sharp and witty stand-up comedian who’s guaranteed to get the audience laughing.
Whether you're a fan of fast-paced farce, live music, or stand-up comedy, Black Comedy – A Show in the Dark promises an evening full of laughter, talent, and theatrical fun. Don’t miss your chance to catch this one-of-a-kind event!
Tickets $16: https://www.treadtheboardstheatre.org/buy-tickets
Mary G. has even agreed to do a shot at our next game night with everyone (21+) who attends.
- Summer BBQ & Board GamesMetro Detroit Game Night, Sterling Heights, MI
Join Metro Detroit Game Night for our annual Summer BBQ & Board Games! Meet new friends or reunite with old ones to enjoy the outdoors, eat, talk, drink, and play lawn games. When the BBQ winds down we'll head indoors for one of our legendary board game nights. If it rains we'll just eat inside and start the game night early.
SCHEDULE
4pm-7pm - BBQ & Lawn Games
7pm-2am - Board Game Night / PartyIf you're attending the BBQ or going to eat any of the food from it please sign up to bring at least one item here (link: BBQ 2025 Sign-up). If you have any outdoor chairs please bring them as we only have a few! BYOB if you're 21+ and planning to drink.
Please park on the nearby side street to the Southeast called Irval Drive but feel free to use the driveway temporarily to drop things off. No parking on the grass. From 4pm-7pm please don't knock on the door or ring the doorbell just head around the LEFT side of the house straight to the backyard (unless it's raining). Please note there are no shoes allowed on inside (except medical boots) but you're welcome to bring your own clean slippers if you like.
Please support us by joining our Facebook group (Metro Detroit Game Night) and liking our Facebook page (Metro Detroit Game Night - MDGN) too. This group is and will always be completely free - all we ask is that you RSVP and join and help spread the word about the awesomeness!
• Important to know
Our goal is for everyone to have fun and be safe. If you'd like help finding others to play with, picking out a game, figuring out the rules, or have any issues whatsoever ask around for the host, Rob (Big O). Please note that due to COVID-19 you must be COVID-19 free and symptom / recent exposure free to attend our events, no exceptions.
