A community where fun is the main event

We host NYC’s biggest board game night — but it’s more than that

 

It’s a growing community of 25,000+ strangers-turned-friends, united by the joy of play: picnics, scavenger hunts, chaotic game nights, and so much more

 

Completely Free

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As Featured by the New York Times:

“At Richard Ye’s enormous monthly gatherings, where people play Exploding Kittens, Hues and Cues, and mahjong, New Yorkers find real-life connections and a little free fun”

JOIN NOW

Board Game Spectacular

Our 500-Person board game night. Someone’s teaching Catan, someone else is already yelling about Werewolf. There’s a guy handing out Uno cards to strangers. Monthly and always free

Events →

The Great Picnic Series

A signature New York Games tradition bringing together thousands for a playful afternoon of food, games, and connection — outdoors, unplugged, and unforgettable

About Us →

Spotlight Socials

One off game nights featuring specific games (ie. Splendor, Werewolves). One game takes the stage and everyone plays. Connect if you’d like to showcase your games or collab

Connect →

Event Highlights

What started as small 20-person board game nights at my apartment has blossomed into so many more memories made, friendships sparked, and real connection. Come join us at our next event!

A community where fun is the main event

We host NYC’s biggest board game night — but it’s more than that

It’s a growing community of 25,000+ strangers-turned-friends, united by the joy of play: casual game nights, picnics, and so much more

Completely Free

JOIN NOW

FOLLOW ON IG

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE

As Featured by the New York Times:

“At Richard Ye’s enormous monthly gatherings, where people play Exploding Kittens, Hues and Cues, and mahjong, New Yorkers find real-life connections and a little free fun”

JOIN NOW

Board Game Spectacular

Our 500-Person board game night. Someone’s teaching Catan, someone else is already yelling about Werewolf. There’s a guy handing out Uno cards to strangers. Monthly and always free

Events →

The Great Picnic Series

A signature New York Games tradition bringing together thousands for a playful afternoon of food, games, and connection — outdoors, unplugged, and unforgettable

About Us →

Spotlight Socials

One off game nights featuring specific games (ie. Splendor, Werewolves). One game takes the stage and everyone plays. Connect if you’d like to showcase your games or collab

Connect →

Event Highlights

What started as small 20-person board game nights at my apartment has blossomed into so many more memories made, friendships sparked, and real connection. Come join us at our next event!

A community where fun is the main event

We host NYC’s biggest board game night — but it’s more than that

It’s a growing community of 25,000+ strangers-turned-friends, united by the joy of play: casual game nights, picnics, and so much more

Completely Free

JOIN NOW

FOLLOW ON IG

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE

As Featured by the New York Times:

“At Richard Ye’s enormous monthly gatherings, where people play Exploding Kittens, Hues and Cues, and mahjong, New Yorkers find real-life connections and a little free fun”

JOIN NOW

Board Game Spectacular

Our 500-Person board game night. Someone’s teaching Catan, someone else is already yelling about Werewolf. There’s a guy handing out Uno cards to strangers. Monthly and always free

Events →

The Great Picnic Series

A signature New York Games tradition bringing together thousands for a playful afternoon of food, games, and connection — outdoors, unplugged, and unforgettable

About Us →

Spotlight Socials

One off game nights featuring specific games (ie. Splendor, Werewolves). One game takes the stage and everyone plays. Connect if you’d like to showcase your games or collab

Connect →

Event Highlights

What started as small 20-person board game nights at my apartment has blossomed into so many more memories made, friendships sparked, and real connection. Come join us at our next event!