Solo Gamers Meet ups at Manchester Board Game Festival

Coming to MBGF on your own? You're not alone!

Our Solo Gamers Meet Up is designed to help solo attendees find a table, meet fellow gamers, and jump straight into a game together.


Meet at the Welcome Desk **5 minutes before your booked session**, where a member of the festival crew will introduce everyone before heading over to the Games Library to choose something to play.

There's no pre-selected game—the group will decide together, with recommendations.


Choose the session that best suits your preferred style of game:

Light Games– Easy to learn, relaxed, and quick to get playing.

Medium Games – A little more strategy, without being overwhelming.

Heavy Games – For those looking for a deeper, more challenging gaming experience.


Whether it's your first MBGF or you're a regular attending solo, this is a relaxed, welcoming way to meet new people and enjoy some great games together.


Sessions Run 

Friday 4pm 

Saturday 11am 

Saturday 11am 

**Please arrive at the Welcome Desk at least 5 minutes before your session starts so the group can head to the Games Library together.**

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