243 listings in and around San Ramon, CA, Thursday, November 12 through Wednesday, November 18. Soonest: Mahjong Club at Seven Trees (Thursday 10 a.m.); FREE Mahjong Social Play - Mill Valley Rec Center at Mill Valley Recreation (Thursday 12 p.m.); Puzzle Swap: Bring one, take one, have fun! at Civic Center (Thursday 1 p.m.); Chess Club for Kids at South Novato (Thursday 1 p.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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10 a.m. Pacific Time
Seven TreesSan Jose, CA34 mi
Mahjong
Hong Kong style mahjong for seasoned players and beginners. Free for adults and seniors; registration is required, with drop-ins welcome depending on space.
Seven Trees, 3590 Cas Dr., San Jose, CA 95111
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 10 a.m. Pacific Time
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12 p.m.–2 p.m. Pacific Time
Mill Valley RecreationMill Valley, CA34 mi
Mahjong
Free Chinese mahjong social play at the Mill Valley Rec Center, with open seats.
Mill Valley Recreation, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Pacific Time
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1 p.m.–4 p.m. Pacific Time
Civic CenterSan Rafael, CA36 mi
Game night
Markets
A swap where you bring a finished puzzle with all its pieces and leave with a different one, or simply take one home.
Civic Center, 3501 Civic Center Dr, Room 427, San Rafael, CA 94903
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Time
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1 p.m.–2 p.m. Pacific Time
South NovatoNovato, CA38 mi
Chess
Family
Kids play chess, checkers or Chinese checkers together, or learn the basics from Mr. Brian.
South Novato, 931 C St, Novato, CA 94949
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Pacific Time
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1:30 p.m.–4 p.m. Pacific Time
Corte Madera Community CenterCorte Madera, CA34 mi
Mahjong
Free Chinese mahjong social play at the Corte Madera Community Center.
Corte Madera Community Center, 498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera, CA
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Time
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3 p.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time
CENTRAL LIBRARYBerkeley, CA20 mi
Chess
Casual chess in the first-floor Commons.
CENTRAL LIBRARY, 2090 Kittredge St, Berkeley, CA 94704
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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3 p.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time
Branciforte BranchSanta Cruz, CA55 mi
Game night
Family
Minecraft afternoon for ages 8 to 18: learn to craft, build and survive in Minecraft. Space for 12, first come; no advance registration.
Branciforte Branch, 230 Gault Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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3 p.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time
Live Oak Library Annex (LOLA)Santa Cruz, CA55 mi
Game night
A casual drop-in session for kids who play Pokemon: bring your decks and battle. Trading allowed with parents present.
Live Oak Library Annex (LOLA), 979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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3:30 p.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time
Venue at 2130 Harrison StreetSan Francisco, CA26 mi
Chess
Weekly after-school chess club for kids ages 6 to 13, at any level of experience.
Venue at 2130 Harrison Street, 2130 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA 94110
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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4 p.m. Pacific Time
BascomSan Jose, CA32 mi
Chess
Family
Chess Club for Kids, an informal, welcoming chance to learn or play chess in the children's area. For ages up to 12 and families.
Bascom, 1000 S. Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA 95128
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 4 p.m. Pacific Time
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4 p.m. Pacific Time
Anime Island - VacavilleVacaville, CA42 mi
Board games
A Commander-format Magic event at Anime Island - Vacaville. It is free.
Anime Island - Vacaville, 101 Nut Tree Rd, Vacaville, CA 95687
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 4 p.m. Pacific Time
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4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Los Altos LibraryLos Altos, CA28 mi
Game night
Community · Family
A long-running Dungeons and Dragons campaign in fifth edition, with the occasional shorter one-shot for teens. Teens can also drop in to watch.
Los Altos Library, 13 S. San Antonio Road, Los Altos, CA 94022
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m. Pacific Time
Angry Goose GamesSan Lorenzo, CA12 mi
Board games
Angry Goose Games, 17705 Hesperian Blvd, San Lorenzo, CA 94580
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Fairfield Cordelia LibraryFairfield, CA33 mi
Board games
Board Game Bonanza: drop in and try a variety of games as the library celebrates International Games Week.
Fairfield Cordelia Library, 5050 Business Center Drive, Fairfield, CA 94534
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m. Pacific Time
Sparks Trading CardsStockton, CA37 mi
Game night
A Dungeons & Dragons game at a local game store: each player is a hero in a shared story and says what their character does, while one person, the Dungeon Master, runs the story and says when to roll dice. Entry is $5.
Sparks Trading Cards, 1224 Monaco Ct, Stockton, CA 95207
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Pacific Time
Standing weekly event. Family game night every Thursday at The Underground Arcade, with arcade games, pinball, and pizza.
Weekly, Thursdays
The Underground Arcade, 306 E Main St, Stockton, CA 95202
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific Time
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5:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Pacific Time
Mad Oak BarOakland, CA18 mi
Card games
A twice-monthly Euchre meetup at Mad Oak Bar in Oakland.
Mad Oak Bar, 135 12th St, Oakland, CA
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Pacific Time
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5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Cupertino LibraryCupertino, CA31 mi
Board games
One-off trial tabletop game night in the library's community room, with a small set of lighter games. Your own games welcome too.
Cupertino Library, 10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Cupertino LibraryCupertino, CA31 mi
Board games
An evening of modern board games at the library, including Ticket to Ride, Catan, Pandemic, Codenames and more, sponsored by the Cupertino Friends of the Library.
Cupertino Library, 10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Pacific Time
MHB – Walnut CreekWalnut Creek, CA12 mi
Game night
Food & drink
A game night at the Walnut Creek Taproom, alternating between Family Feud-style trivia and a music game called Singo.
MHB – Walnut Creek, 2313 Oak Grove Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Pacific Time
Board games
Board game night at Black Diamond Games in Concord; players are encouraged to bring their own games.
Black Diamond Games, 1950 Market St, Concord, CA
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Pacific Time
Armistice Brewing Company - RichmondRichmond, CA25 mi
Game night
Weekly board game night at Armistice Brewing, with beer and games from the brewery's library.
Armistice Brewing Company - Richmond, 845 Marina Bay Pkwy #1, Richmond, CA
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m. Pacific Time
Game PostSan Francisco, CA25 mi
Board games
Game Post, 689 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Pacific Time
Gamers HeavenSanta Clara, CA29 mi
Board games
Books and Board Games with WIA: a book club discussion of City Shapers – Stories of Immigrant Designers, plus board games at Gamers Heaven. Read as much as you can; all are welcome.
Gamers Heaven, 1171 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Pacific Time
Open San JoseSan Jose, CA30 mi
Game night
A game night hosted by Open San José Anchor Partners highlighting multicultural games.
Open San Jose, 38 South Second Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Pacific Time
True Symmetry Brewing CompanySuisun City, CA34 mi
Bingo
Plant Bingo at True Symmetry Brewing Co.: 8 rounds of bingo with plant prizes and a plant to take home. Family & dog friendly.
True Symmetry Brewing Company, 315 Marina Center, Suisun City, CA 94585
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Pacific Time
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6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Rooted Coffee CoWalnut Creek, CA12 mi
Bingo
Bingo with a twist and a cool vibe, for anyone who wants a new spin on the classic game.
Rooted Coffee Co, 1321 Locust Street, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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6:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Sword and Board GamesCapitola, CA55 mi
Game night
Magic: The Gathering in Pauper, where every card in a deck must once have been printed as a common. Casual play for up to 32 players; entry is $11.
Sword and Board Games, 1855 41st Ave, Capitola, CA 95010
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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6:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Mad Alpaca Games - DavisDavis, CA55 mi
Game night
Magic: The Gathering in Modern: head-to-head games with decks of at least 60 cards, drawing on strong cards from roughly the last two decades. Room for up to 16 players; entry is $10.
Mad Alpaca Games - Davis, 654 G St, Davis, CA 95616
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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7 p.m. Pacific Time
Barnyard Wine BarDanville, CA4.8 mi
Music bingo
Barnyard Wine Bar, 400 Sycamore Valley Rd, Danville, CA 94526
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 7 p.m. Pacific Time
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7 p.m.–11 p.m. Pacific Time
CJ'sPleasant Hill, CA17 mi
Card games
Free Texas Hold'Em poker tournament for adults 21 and up; beginners are welcome.
CJ's, 548 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Pacific Time
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7 p.m. Pacific Time
Hop AsylumBrentwood, CA18 mi
Bingo
Bingo night at Hop Asylum, with one card allowed per game.
Hop Asylum, 2411 Empire Ave #102, Brentwood, CA 94513
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 7 p.m. Pacific Time
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7 p.m.–11 p.m. Pacific Time
It's Your Move Games & HobbiesOakland, CA19 mi
Game night
Open board gaming at Its Your Move Games: play and learn board and card games, your own or from the store's used game library. $5.
It's Your Move Games & Hobbies, 4920 Telegraph Ave, Temescal District, Oakland, CA
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Pacific Time
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8 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Midnight SunSan Francisco, CA27 mi
Bingo
Bingo night hosted by rotating GoGo dancers, with multiple rounds and multiple winners each week. Go for a fun, flirty take on bingo with plenty of chances to score.
Midnight Sun, 4067 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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10 a.m. Pacific Time
Marin Art and Garden Center, Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, Ross, CA, USARoss, CA37 mi
Mahjong
Runs across the dates shown. A 2-hour guided and open play class in American Mahjongg for newer and more experienced players.
Limited run.
Marin Art and Garden Center, Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, Ross, CA, USA, 30 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, Ross, CA 94957
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. Pacific Time
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1 p.m. Pacific Time
Hillside ClubBerkeley, CA20 mi
Mahjong
Afternoon games of American style Mah Jongg.
Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar Street, Berkeley, CA
Friday, November 13, 2026, 1 p.m. Pacific Time
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1 p.m.–3 p.m. Pacific Time
Capitola Branch LibraryCapitola, CA54 mi
Card games
Hand & Foot card games; cards and instruction provided, all levels welcome.
Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA 95010
Friday, November 13, 2026, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Pacific Time
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1 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Pacific Time
La Selva Beach BranchLa Selva Beach, CA57 mi
Game night
A game of Scrabble at the La Selva Beach Branch, a good chance to test your vocabulary.
La Selva Beach Branch, 316 Estrella Avenue, La Selva Beach, CA 95076
Friday, November 13, 2026, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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2 p.m.–6 p.m. Pacific Time
American Canyon LibraryAmerican Canyon, CA33 mi
Game night
Community
Tabletop gaming club at the American Canyon library, where community members play a wide array of tabletop games with other enthusiasts.
American Canyon Library, 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon, CA 94503
Friday, November 13, 2026, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time
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3 p.m.–9 p.m. Pacific Time
Contra Costa Fair & Event ParkAntioch, CA18 mi
Game night
A trading night in Antioch for Pokémon cards and other collectibles.
Contra Costa Fair & Event Park, 1201 West 10th Street, Antioch, CA 94509
Friday, November 13, 2026, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Pacific Time
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3:30 p.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time
Oakland Asian Cultural CenterOakland, CA19 mi
Game night
Sports
Game Day @ Asian Branch in Oakland, California.
Oakland Asian Cultural Center, 388 Ninth St., Oakland, CA 94607
Friday, November 13, 2026, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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3:30 p.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time
San PabloSan Pablo, CA26 mi
Chess
A chess club for all ages and abilities, best for elementary and middle school students. No experience needed.
San Pablo, 13751 San Pablo Avenue, San Pablo, CA 94806
Friday, November 13, 2026, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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3:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Seven TreesSan Jose, CA34 mi
Game night
Teens and pre-teens play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and other Nintendo Switch games. No registration required.
Seven Trees, 3590 Cas Dr., San Jose, CA 95111
Friday, November 13, 2026, 3:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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4 p.m. Pacific Time
Gamers Guild of Pleasant HillPleasant Hill, CA15 mi
Board games
A Commander night of Magic: The Gathering, the collectible card game created by Richard Garfield, at Gamers Guild of Pleasant Hill.
Gamers Guild of Pleasant Hill, 1928 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Friday, November 13, 2026, 4 p.m. Pacific Time
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4 p.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time
Dimond BranchOakland, CA16 mi
Game night
Family
Teen Tabletop Gaming at Dimond at Dimond Branch in Oakland, California.
Dimond Branch, 3565 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94602
Friday, November 13, 2026, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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4 p.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time
South NovatoNovato, CA38 mi
Game night
Community · Family
A Dungeons and Dragons club for ages 12 to 18.
South Novato, 931 C St, Novato, CA 94949
Friday, November 13, 2026, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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4:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Village SquareSan Jose, CA32 mi
Game night
Community
Video Game Conversation Club, a book club style program for playing and discussing video games with new friends. November's game is Castlevania.
Village Square, 4001 Evergreen Village Square, San Jose, CA 95135
Friday, November 13, 2026, 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m. Pacific Time
Games Of BerkeleyBerkeley, CA19 mi
Board games
A casual Commander game of Magic: The Gathering at Games of Berkeley, a shop that also rents rooms for wargames and role-playing games.
Games Of Berkeley, 2510 Durant Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. Pacific Time
The closest parking facility is the Telegraph-Channing Garage.
There's also metered curbside parking on Durant Avenue and all of the surrounding streets (except Telegraph).From gamesofberkeley.com, Oct 24, 2026
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5 p.m. Pacific Time
Ember RestMartinez, CA21 mi
Board games
Casual Commander at Ember Rest, usually around Bracket 3 power level, though all decks are welcome, whether testing a spicy brew or just hanging out to play. $7; 75 players.
Ember Rest, 649 Main St, Martinez, CA 94553
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Pacific Time
First Baptist Church of VacavilleVacaville, CA40 mi
Bingo
An evening of bingo at First Baptist Church of Vacaville.
First Baptist Church of Vacaville, 1127 Davis St, Vacaville, CA 95687
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m. Pacific Time
The Hub TCGGilroy, CA55 mi
Board games
Magic: The Gathering's Friday Night Magic, in Commander: four-player games where each deck is built around one legendary card and everyone starts at 40 life. Players of every level are welcome. Casual play for up to 30 players.
The Hub TCG, 7901 Westwood Dr, Gilroy, CA 95020
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m. Pacific Time
Board games
Legends Comics & Games - Gilroy, 8155 Arroyo Cir, Gilroy, CA 95020
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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5 p.m. Pacific Time
Harvey Doss Comics & CollectiblesRohnert Park, CA58 mi
Board games
Harvey Doss Comics & Collectibles, 237 Southwest Blvd, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. Pacific Time
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5:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Legends Comics and Games - Valley FairSanta Clara, CA31 mi
Board games
MTG open play at Legends Eastridge: $8 gets a promo pack and two of any play booster on the shelf. Room for 40 players.
Legends Comics and Games - Valley Fair, 2855 Stevens Creek Blvd #1327, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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5:30 p.m. Pacific Time
JLA ComicsSacramento, CA56 mi
Board games
JLA Comics, 374 Florin Rd, Sacramento, CA 95831
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Games of FremontFremont, CA15 mi
Board games
Weekly board game night for players of all skill levels.
Games of Fremont, 200 Fremont Hub Courtyard, Fremont, CA
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Pacific Time
Maker NexusSunnyvale, CA25 mi
Board games
Board games and socializing at Maker Nexus, where you can share a game you bring or use one of the many they keep on hand.
Maker Nexus, 1330 Orleans Dr, Sunnyvale, CA
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Pacific Time
Parish HallBelmont, CA25 mi
Game night
Parish Hall, 1300 5th Avenue, Belmont, CA 94002
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m. Pacific Time
Game KastleSanta Clara, CA28 mi
Game night
Magic: The Gathering in Commander, its four-player format: each deck is built around one legendary card, its commander, and everyone starts at 40 life. Casual play for up to 40 players.
Game Kastle, 1350 Coleman Ave, Santa Clara, CA
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. Pacific Time
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6 p.m. Pacific Time
Board games
A collectible card game created by Richard Garfield and released by Wizards of the Coast. It has about fifty million players worldwide.
Sword and Board Games, 1855 41st Ave, Capitola, CA 95010
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. Pacific Time
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