Looking for some fun? From board games to video games, connect with others who share your gaming interests at these gatherings that are taking place this week in Northern New Jersey.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
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Nutley Public Library, 93 Booth Drive, Nutley - Periodical Room, Nutley Free Public Library, Nutley, NJ, 07110 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Every Monday morning from 10 am to 12 pm. We provide the Mahjong board and tiles. Just come on in and enjoy the game!
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM |
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Washington Township Public Library, 144 Woodfield Road, Community Room, Twp. of Washington, NJ, 07676 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Mah Jongg and lessons each week.11/10 (Monday), 11/18 (Tuesday), 11/25 (Tuesday), and 12/2 (Tuesday). Please only sign up if you know you can attend all 4 classes. By signing up for this session, you are signing up for all 4 classes. The most important class to attend is our first session on 11/10, as all of the skills will continue to build on those foundations.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM |
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Washington Township Public Library, 144 Woodfield Road, Community Room, Twp. of Washington, NJ, 07676 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
This is the registration for those who already know how to play and want to book a table for their group. Only 1 person should register for their whole group. You must register each week.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Haworth Municipal Library, 165 Stevens Place, Children's Room, Haworth, NJ, 07641 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Drop- In- No registration. Get ready for the release of Wicked: For Good. Come find different characters and themes from Wicked. Get a BINGO and win a prize!
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM |
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1012 Grand St, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map] |
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Organized by Hoboken MtG Magic The Gathering Meetup |
Come on out to Play! Hoboken and play some Casual Commander! We have a growing community of players of all ages. We hope to see you there. Make sure to pre-register to guarantee your spot at: Playhoboken.com/mtg
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Allendale's Lee Memorial Library, 500 W Crescent Ave, Quilt Room, Allendale, NJ, 07401 [View map] |
Ages 6-11. We will be playing a multiplayer Switch game (Mario Party, Super Smash Brothers, Mario Kart, etc.) together. Please remember that there are a limited amount of players at one time, and patience will be required :) Please note: there is a two strike policy for all who register for programs and no call/no show. After two strikes, you will not be able to register for programs for six months.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM |
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Northvale Public Library, 116 Paris Avenue, Community Meeting Room: Back, Northvale, NJ, 07647 [View map] |
Featuring Dungeons & Dragons and the newly released Daggerheart from the acclaimed Critical Role company. Beginners welcome. The library will have materials available or players can bring their own.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Upper Saddle River Public Library, 245 Lake St., USDR Powers Room, Upper Saddle River, NJ, 07458 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Play Bingo for sweet treats! This program is for grades 3-5. Registration Required. Each child must be registered individually to attend.
9. Chess Club
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM |
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Paramus Public Library, 116 E. Century Rd, Paramus, NJ, 07652 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Chess Club. Mondays, 4:00-4:45pm. Ages 8-13 November 10, 24; December 8, 22. Register two weeks in advance of each date. This is not an instructional program. This program is facilitated by Paramus High School volunteers.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:45 PM |
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Hawthorne Public Library, 345 Lafayette Ave., Room B, Hawthorne, NJ, 07506 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
If you are looking for a fun brain challenge, the Chinese game of Mahjong incorporates skill, strategy, calculation and chance. The American version Mahjong is played at the Louis Bay 2nd Library every Monday night at 6 pm in a joyful and enlightening atmosphere. Please note that there is no training/teaching available-- one must have an idea on how the game is played.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM |
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Montclair Bellevue Avenue Branch, 185 Bellevue Avenue, Classroom, Montclair, NJ, 07043 [View map] |
Looking for more fun in your life? Need an excuse to see your friends without eating? Worried about dementia? Learn how to play the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg! This game is not hard to play but complex to learn. Our instructor's method of teaching is guaranteed to have you playing with strategy by the end of the session.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM |
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Glen Rock Public Library, 315 Rock Road, Quiet Room 1, Glen Rock, NJ, 07452 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
3rd-5th Grade. Sign up to join a small group of adventurers in a game of Dungeons and Dragons let by an experienced Dungeon Master from Play! Hoboken. Registration Required. Please note that there will be no exceptions made in regards to the age of the participants.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM |
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Brix Restaurant & Bar, 371 Franklin Ave, Belleville, NJ, 07109 [View map] |
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Organized by World Tavern Poker in North Jersey |
Are you ready to shuffle up and deal? Join us every Monday for **FREE Poker** that’s packed with **prizes, fun, and unforgettable vibes!** Don’t miss out on the action—secure your spot now at http://www.worldtavernpoker.com/
14. Mah Jongg Club
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM |
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River Vale Public Library, 412 Rivervale Road, Community Room, River Vale, NJ, 07675 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Come and play Mah Jongg at the library. Bring friends or come alone and find new partners. Adult players only. Experienced players only at this time. Remember to bring your current year Mah Jongg card and your own Mah Jongg tiles, if possible! No need to sign up - Just come and enjoy the game!
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM |
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River Vale Public Library, 412 Rivervale Road, Community Room, River Vale, NJ, 07675 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Welcome to the Dungeon Master Club! In this club, we will take turns being the Dungeon Master in our own campaigns! We will start each club by rolling the dice to see who is the DM and who are the players. You will learn how to be a DM by playing and running your game. Bring your plans or just a character and let's get rolling! For Grades 3 - 5. Registration is required. SEATING IS LIMITED!!!
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM |
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Bruno's Pizzeria 31st & Avenue A, 721 Avenue A, Bayonne, NJ, 07002 [View map] |
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Organized by Bayonne Chess Society and Club |
All ages...ALL skills welcome. All club members/players get 25% of food purchases !!! Come play some chess, make friends, eat, and have a great time playing 'The Game Of Kings'. They also have an outside area, where members can play in, once the weather gets warmer. Remember, the chess is free, the venue isn't. So please patronize the host.
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM |
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Glen Ridge Free Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Meeting Room, Glen Ridge, NJ, 07028 [View map] |
Learn to play and strategize chess. All levels of experience welcome. Grades 1-9. PLEASE REGISTER YOUR CHILD'S NAME NOT THE PARENT/CAREGIVER.
This one hour class meets for four weeks on November 11, 18, 25 and December 2. Please plan on attending all classes.
This one hour class meets for four weeks on November 11, 18, 25 and December 2. Please plan on attending all classes.
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Bella Pizza, 197 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, 07604 [View map] |
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Organized by North Jersey Geeks & Nerds |
Come out for a night of fun games, good people, and great food! We're located at Bella Pizza on Boulevard in Hasbrouck Heights. We play everything, including games like Skyjo, Five Crowns, Cover Your Assets, Ticket to Ride, and more. We welcome people of all experience levels and all ages. There is always someone willing to teach and always plenty of games to play.
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Montclair Bellevue Avenue Branch, 185 Bellevue Avenue, Classroom, Montclair, NJ, 07043 [View map] |
Looking for more fun in your life? Need an excuse to see your friends without eating? Worried about dementia? Learn how to play the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg! This game is not hard to play but complex to learn. Our instructor's method of teaching is guaranteed to have you playing with strategy by the end of the session.
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Wyckoff Public Library, 200 Woodland Ave, Monroe Room, Wyckoff, NJ, 07481 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Do you love playing board games? Have you heard of Pandemic, Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Seven Wonders, Small World, or Carcassonne and wondered what they are all about? We will have a selection of board games and card games on hand to demonstrate and play. Experienced gamers will help you learn the rules.
21. Scrabble Club
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 7:00 PM to 8:50 PM |
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Hillsdale Public Library, 509 Hillsdale Avenue, Reading Room, Hillsdale, NJ, 07642 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Do you know all the two- and three-letter words from aa to zzz but have nowhere to use them? Do you love games that combine strategy, knowledge, and luck but no one to play with? Well, we’ve got the answer: the Hillsdale Library Scrabble Club. The Scrabble Club meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month to play friendly games of traditional Scrabble. Players of all levels are welcome.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
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Northvale Public Library, 116 Paris Avenue, Community Meeting Room: Front, Northvale, NJ, 07647 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Learn how to play Mah Jongg with an instructor and other players. Registration is required.
23. Bingo!
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM |
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East Rutherford Library, 143 Boiling Springs Avenue, Meeting Room, East Rutherford, NJ, 07073 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Come join our Bingo event. Get a chance to win prizes while having fun with friends.
24. Baduk Game Class
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Palisades Park Public Library, 257 2nd Street, Meeting Room, Palisades Park, NJ, 07650 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
This is a Go(Baduk) game class held at the Palisades Park Library. Students who have completed a basic beginner course and are ready to play games are always welcome. Classes are held every Wednesday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Come and enjoy fun and engaging Go games!
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Maywood Public Library, 459 Maywood Avenue, Hackbarth Auditorium, Maywood, NJ, 07607 [View map] |
Drop in to play!
26. Lodi Game Club
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Lodi Memorial Library, One Memorial Drive, Children's Room, Lodi, NJ, 07644 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Join us to play games of all kinds, video and board. All are welcome. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
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Hawthorne Public Library, 345 Lafayette Ave., Room A, Hawthorne, NJ, 07506 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Time to come and play. One hour session open to all Teens (Grades 7 to 12). Nintendo Switch Games for up to 4 players - Battle it out in Smash Brothers or Race around in Mario Kart 8! Play board games with your friends from our collection. A wide variety are available. Requests are Welcome! Have snacks in the Library and hang with friends. Lounge is open to all. No Registration Required!
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM |
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River Vale Public Library, 412 Rivervale Road, Community Room, River Vale, NJ, 07675 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Have you ever wanted to star in your own fantasy adventure? Well now you can with one of the most popular games on the planet, Dungeons and Dragons! In this session, we will go on an adventure in the Forgotten Realm! Bring a character or choose from the premade characters and let's get ready to roll! For Grades 6 - 8. Registration is required. SEATING IS LIMITED!!!
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM |
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Rutherford Free Public Library, 150 Park Ave, Auditorium, Rutherford, NJ, 07070 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Calling all barbarians, clerics, fighters, rogues, and those who have yet to decide their class! Join us on Wednesday, November 5, 12, and 19 from 3:30 - 5pm for our Teen Dungeons & Dragons group! In these sessions, we’ll be doing a self-contained adventure. All experience levels are welcome. This program is for ages 11–16. Registration is required.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Saddle Brook Public Library, 340 Mayhill Street, Conference Room, Saddle Brook, NJ, 07663 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Join us for chess! Players of all abilities welcome. Don't know how to play? We'll teach you! Registration and parental permission required.
31. Chess Club
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
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Cresskill Public Library, 53 Union Avenue, Program Room, Cresskill, NJ, 07626 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Come and learn how to play the game of chess or hone your skills at the game. Grades 3-6.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
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Bruno's Pizzeria 31st & Avenue A, 721 Avenue A, Bayonne, NJ, 07002 [View map] |
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Organized by Bayonne Chess Society and Club |
All ages...ALL skills welcome. All club members/players get 25% of food purchases !!! Come play some chess, make friends, eat, and have a great time playing 'The Game Of Kings'. They also have an outside area, where members can play in, once the weather gets warmer. Remember, the chess is free, the venue isn't. So please patronize the host.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM |
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Bruno’s Pizza, 721 Avenue A, Bayonne, NJ, 07002 [View map] |
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Organized by Bayonne Chess Society and Club |
Join us at Bruno's Pizzeria on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for some excellent chess and delicious food. They've become our main chess hub, where we pretty much pack the place every time we go. Their food is great, but what's even greater is all our members get 25% off food while playing chess. Sorry, you have to be a member and play several games to get the discount.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM |
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Bergenfield Public Library, 50 W Clinton Ave, Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level), Bergenfield, NJ, 07621 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Join us for weekly Dungeons & Dragons games led by our Dungeon Master, Dan C. Whether you're experienced or new to the game, come enjoy this fun and creative adventure. Open to adults. Registration required.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Play Hoboken, 1012 Grand St 3rd floor, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map] |
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Organized by Hoboken Hong Kong Mahjong |
Join us for a fun and social evening of **Hong Kong–style Mahjong** at **Play! Hoboken**! 🀄 Whether you’re brand new to the game or an experienced player, everyone is welcome to sit down, learn, and enjoy a few rounds in a friendly, relaxed environment. $5 Early-Bird Registration: available only online → https://playhoboken.com/event/hkm-251112/. $15 at the door
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM |
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The Splendid Rooftop, 690 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
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Organized by Trivia, AD |
Draft your team and head to The Splendid Rooftop for Friends Trivia: The One with the Thanksgiving Episodes. The entire night will focus on the FriendsThanksgiving episodes, so brush up and bring your peas to put in the trifle. For reservations, visit: https://TheSplendidFriends.Eventbrite.com. To secure a table, reserve on OpenTable: https://tinyurl.com/2r4mxmsc. Must be 21+ to attend.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM |
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Hawthorne Public Library, 345 Lafayette Ave., Room B, Hawthorne, NJ, 07506 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Play your pick of a board game, cards, puzzles, etc... Refreshments provided. Registration is required. Third Wednesday of the month. Conference room B 7pm to 8:30pm. Come play games like Trivial Pursuit, Monopoly, Checkers, card games, or put together a puzzle. You can even bring a game to play if you want.
38. Bingo for Adults
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
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Waldwick Public Library, 19 E Prospect, Meeting Room, Waldwick, NJ, 07463 [View map] |
No registration required, free and open to all.
39. Canasta
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
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Hawthorne Public Library, 345 Lafayette Ave., Room C, Hawthorne, NJ, 07506 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
The library hosts a Canasta “Meet-Up” Group every Thursday from 1 to 4 pm. Anyone interested in playing Canasta, a card game which belongs to the Rummy family of games, is invited to attend. Bring your friends for an enjoyable afternoon of friendly card games and good conversation. Attendees are invited, but not required, to bring their own decks of cards.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM |
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Hillsdale Public Library, 509 Hillsdale Avenue, Meeting Room, Hillsdale, NJ, 07642 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Prior registration for Mah Jongg (Thursdays OCT-NOV-DEC) required. If you are on the waitlist, Club leadership may contact you if a seat becomes available on any given week.
41. Chess and Coffee
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
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Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Conference Room, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map] |
Come play chess and drink coffee! Chess boards will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. This is a drop-in open play, there will be no guided instruction. Registration is recommended for updates.
42. Pre-K Fall Bingo
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 3:45 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Bergenfield Public Library, 50 W Clinton Ave, Children's Activity Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield, NJ, 07621 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Toddlers will like this twist on the classic game where they identify fall images to win bingo and a small prize. For Ages 2 - 4 years. Registration is required. Only one adult per registered child. Adults must register each child attending the program separately.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 5:30 PM |
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Secaucus Senior Center, 101 Centre Ave, Secaucus, NJ, 07094 [View map] |
Adult supervision is required. Prizes will be awarded. Limited space.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
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Lyndhurst Public Library, 355 Valley Brook Ave., Staff Room, Lyndhurst, NJ, 07071 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Are you interested in Dungeons and Dragons but don’t know how to get started? Or are you already a player and looking for another game? Join us every Thursday from 4-5. We will explore classic DnD as well as other RPG systems. Supplies will be provided. For ages 12 to 17.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 5:45 PM to 7:45 PM |
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Demarest Free Public Library, 90 Hardenburgh Avenue, Community Room, Demarest, NJ, 07627 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Come learn to play American Mah-Jongg with expert instructor Stacy Budkofsky. These lessons will be a two hour class once a week for five weeks on Thursdays from 5:45 - 7:45 PM. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND ALL 5 LESSONS. October 30th, November 6th, November 13th, November 20th, December 4th.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM |
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Montclair Bellevue Avenue Branch, 185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07043 [View map] |
Looking for more fun in your life? Need an excuse to see your friends without eating? Worried about dementia? Learn how to play the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg! This game is not hard to play but complex to learn. Our instructor's method of teaching is guaranteed to have you playing with strategy by the end of the session.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Mojo Coffee Company, 801 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $75 |
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Organized by Mojo Coffee |
Join us for a fun and engaging introduction to the world of American Mahjong! Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this class is designed to teach you the fundamentals of this beloved game. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn the basics of gameplay, including the rules, the tiles, and the strategies that make Mahjong both challenging and exciting.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Mojo Coffee, 801 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $65 |
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Organized by Mojo Coffee |
Ready to put your tiles to the test? Join Keep Mahjing On for a fun and supportive Mahjong Open Play session exclusively for those who attended Mahj 101 or for those whom have had general experience playing Mahjong! This guided open play is the perfect chance to continue learning, build confidence, and play at your own pace. Light snacks will be provided! BYOB!
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM |
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Tenafly Public Library, 100 Riveredge Road, Friends Room, Tenafly, NJ, 07670 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Step into the fantastical world of Dungeons & Dragons at Tenafly Public Library! Join Ms. Lydia for an immersive adventure where your imagination knows no bounds. Both beginners and experienced players welcomed! Short, one-shot game sessions will reoccur every month and will expand with more open opportunities later down the road. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
50. Adult Game Night
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM |
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West Orange Public Library, 10 Rooney Circle, Community Room 1, West Orange, NJ, 07052 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Looking for a place to play or people to play with? Drop by for some fun & friendly competition. A selection of board games will be available & feel free to bring your own as well.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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The Williams Center, 1 Williams Plaza, Rutherford, NJ, 07070 [View map] |
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Organized by New Jersey Game Developers |
Come and join us to participate in playtesting and socializing with fellow local game developers! While it's not necessary to have an active game project in order to attend, we welcome all those who are interested in game development! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone who enjoys playing games or wants to learn more about game development.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM |
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Pavilion Lounge & Marina, 44 Sand Shore Rd, Budd Lake, NJ, 07828 [View map] |
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Organized by World Tavern Poker in North Jersey |
Are you ready to shuffle up and deal? Join us every Thursday for **FREE Poker** that’s packed with **prizes, fun, and unforgettable vibes!** Don’t miss out on the action—secure your spot now at http://www.worldtavernpoker.com/
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM |
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Williams Center, 1 Williams Plaza, Rutherford, NJ, 07070 [View map] |
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Organized by Williams Center Boardgame Night |
A weekly casual gathering in the Atrium of the 100-year old Williams Center of Rutherford, NJ. The event is centered around playing contemporary boardgames of various types. Bring a game and a friend! Here is a list of our current boardgames: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12xLd0a7dCjyqgVpD8a_7X66ZdIAfxonv-Dr4yQx9qSc/edit?usp=sharing
54. Bridge Club
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM |
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Upper Saddle River Public Library, 245 Lake St., Adult Solarium, Upper Saddle River, NJ, 07458 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Bridge lovers with a passing knowledge of bidding and play-of-hand are welcome to join. Meets weekly.
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
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Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Conference Room, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map] |
Looking for more fun in your life? Need an excuse to see your friends without eating? Worried about dementia? Learn how to play the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg! This game is not hard to play but complex to learn. Our instructor's method of teaching is guaranteed to have you playing with strategy by the end of the session.
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Glen Ridge Free Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Children's Area, Glen Ridge, NJ, 07028 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Grab a friend and play a game of chess at the library. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Please note this is not an instructional time.
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Englewood Public Library, 31 Engle Street, Children's Room, Englewood, NJ, 07631 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Children ages 5 to 11 years are invited to play video games with us on the library's new Nintendo Switch 2 console on Fridays at 3:30 PM: September 12, 19 & 26, October 10, 17 & 24 and November 7, 14 and 21. One time registration is recommended but not required.
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Fair Lawn's Maurice M. Pine Library, 10-01 Fair Lawn Ave., Meeting Room, Fair Lawn, NJ, 07410 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Play D & D with other kids. You provide the imagination, we'll provide the dungeon master & dice! Register once for both sessions. Participants must have previously completed the library’s beginner session. For grades 3-6. Registration Required.
59. Picture Bingo
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Paramus Charles E. Reid Branch Library, 239 West Midland Ave, Paramus, NJ, 07652 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Play Picture Bingo at the Reid Branch Library and win tasty prizes. All Ages. Fridays, October 17 - November 21, 3:30 - 4:30pm. No Registration Required.
60. Bloxel Game Club
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM |
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Washington Township Public Library, 144 Woodfield Road, Storytime Room, Twp. of Washington, NJ, 07676 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Create original video games. Post them to our Township arcade for all to play. Please plan on attending all sessions as they build on each other. For grades 3-5. Register on first date for all dates.
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM |
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Zeppelin Hall Beer Garden, 88 Liberty View Dr., Jersey City, NJ, 07302 [View map] |
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Organized by Jersey City Social - 🍓 letsbunch.com 🍓 |
Join us for our weekly dinner and board games at Zeppelin Hall. With Zeppelin Hall you can simply order your food at the window and join our table for some games and conversation. We're a laid back social group! We're less into board games and more into socializing. Please, no strict-rulers here. We like to relax and have fun. All ages welcome and all ages do come! This event is FREE.
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM |
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Panera Bread, 310 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map] |
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Organized by Hoboken Board Games Meetup |
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM |
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Joe's Pizza Bayonne, 876 Broadway, Bayonne, NJ, 07002 [View map] |
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Organized by Bayonne Chess Society and Club |
Join us at Joe Pizza on 41st and Broadway in Bayonne. Come chill, play chess, eat some good food, and just have a grand ol' time. All skill levels ... all ages attend. We tend to get a lot of kids, which is a nice blend with the adults. It's the kids who tend to be the best chess players these days anyway. We have members of all skill levels, from beginner to National Master and beyond.
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM |
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Humdingers, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus, NJ, 07652 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
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Organized by Trivia, AD |
Step into the magic for a night of Disney Movies Trivia at Humdingers. From under the sea to the stroke of midnight, through the Cave of Wonders and before the final petal falls—you’ll journey through the worlds of Disney and Pixar. This is your chance to test your knowledge and relive some of the greatest movie moments of all time. Visit https://HumdingersDisney.Eventbrite.com to reserve your spot.
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Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
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Nutley Public Library, 93 Booth Drive, Children's Room, Nutley, NJ, 07110 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Calling all gamers! Join us for some video game fun! Drop-in and play Switch games on the big screen! Open to all skill levels. No registration required.
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Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
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Lodi Memorial Library, One Memorial Drive, Conference Room, J/YA Area, Lodi, NJ, 07644 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Come join us for our second annual Gaming Extravaganza! Play games and earn prizes! Fun for the whole family. Open to all ages. Registration Encouraged!
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Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
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Lackawanna Plaza, 1 Lackawanna Plaza ,, Montclair, NJ [View map] |
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Organized by TTRPG Parties |
We are starting a brand new Saturday game at The Player Agency in Montclair. Join us on the third Saturday of every month. We supply everything you need to play, including character sheets and dice. Beginners are welcome! After a few weeks we will begin a ongoing campaign. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at https://www.theplayeragency.com/montclair
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Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
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The Oakley Kitchen+Cocktails, 789 Bloomfield Avenue, Nutley, NJ, 07110 [View map] |
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Organized by World Tavern Poker in North Jersey |
Are you ready to shuffle up and deal? Join us every Saturday for **FREE Poker** that’s packed with **prizes, fun, and unforgettable vibes!** Don’t miss out on the action—secure your spot now at http://www.worldtavernpoker.com/
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Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM |
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OJMACS, 205 Broadway, Bayonne, NJ, 07002 [View map] |
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Organized by Bayonne Chess Society and Club |
'Double Venue Saturdays' is back. For the chess lovers, they can spend the afternoon playing in the glorious weather in the back area of OJ Macs. Then from 6 pm to 10 pm we are across the street for our Saturday night 'Combo' gaming event...hosted by Mom and Pop Shop Collectibles. They have an assortment of games to play. You can bring your own game as well.
70. Speed Cubing
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Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
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Paramus Public Library, 116 E. Century Rd, Paramus, NJ, 07652 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Bring your Rubik’s cube and other twisty 3-D puzzles! For grades 4 and up.
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Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM |
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333 River Street Floor 3, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $75 |
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Organized by Amy and Emma Taylor |
Whether you're completely new to the game or just need a refresher, this is the perfect opportunity to dive into the rich tradition and strategy of this classic game. We’ll provide beginner-friendly instruction, practice games, and all the materials you need. All you have to bring is yourself! All levels welcome. Tickets: $75/each. Spots are very limited, so be sure to grab your ticket soon!
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Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
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Bella Pizza - Pizza Delivery, Pizzeria, Italian Food Restaurant - Best Pizza Place Nearby, Fresh Piz, 197 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, 07604 [View map] |
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Organized by North Jersey Geeks & Nerds |
Come out for an afternoon of fun games, good people, and great food! We're located at Bella Pizza on Boulevard in Hasbrouck Heights. We play everything, including games like Skyjo, Five Crowns, Cover Your Assets, Ticket to Ride, Grifters, Avalon, and more. We welcome people of all experience levels and all ages. There is always someone willing to teach and always plenty of games to play.
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Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM |
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Maywood Public Library, 459 Maywood Avenue, Hackbarth Auditorium, Maywood, NJ, 07607 [View map] |
Learn to play Mah-jongg! Are you new to the game of mah-jongg? Join us for beginner sessions to learn how to play.
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Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM |
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1012 Grand St, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map] |
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Organized by Hoboken MtG Magic The Gathering Meetup |
Come on out to Play! Hoboken and play some Commander! We have a growing community of players of all ages. We hope to see you there. Make sure to pre-register to guarantee your spot at: Playhoboken.com/mtg