A Night Where Dice Roll, Costumes Rule, and Pumpkins Glow

Halloween lands differently at Games Haven.
Thisn’t a quiet evening of “just one more turn.” It’s Nottingham’s tabletop hub turning out the lights, breaking out the board games, and letting the monsters take the main tables.

We’re opening our doors from 7 PM for a night built around everything we do best — gaming, community, and a touch of chaos. Expect cosplay and fancy dress contests, a pumpkin-carving showdown (done safely at home first), and over sixty themed board games ready to play on demand.

Members get in free, day visitors pay £7.50 for the night — still less than a cinema ticket, with a lot more dice.

Bring Your Game, Bring Your Costume

Games Haven thrives on the mix. One table might be battling through Arkham Horror, the next laughing over Mysterium or Betrayal at House on the Hill.

If you’ve never gamed here before, it’s the perfect entry point: open tables, friendly faces, and staff on hand to help new players jump into the fun.

Our regulars already know that the Friday slot is built for everyone — from CCG players winding down after tournaments to D&D GMs looking for inspiration between campaigns. This one just comes with cobwebs and pumpkins.

Accessibility and Community First

We keep accessibility and inclusion at the centre of every event. The Halloween Night follows our Event Accessibility Policy — wide table spacing, clear walkways, companion passes for those who need them, and a calm space available if the energy gets too much.
Everyone’s welcome, whether you’re here to play, watch, or just enjoy the atmosphere.

The Heart of Nottingham’s Tabletop Scene

Located at 92 Lower Parliament Street, Games Haven sits in Nottingham’s Creative Quarter — minutes from tram and bus links, surrounded by the city’s food spots and nightlife.
Our regular schedule runs all week:

• Monday: Warhammer + Netrunner
• Tuesday: D&D
• Wednesday: Blood Bowl, Kill Team, Skirmish Gaming
• Thursday: Board Game Social
• Friday: Quiet Night Out (Neurodivergent-Friendly)
• Saturday: CCGs and Wargames
• Sunday: Historical + Old World Gaming

Halloween Friday simply takes all of that and wraps it in cobwebs and candlelight.

Join Us — If You Dare

We have lots of capacity
Book through our Booking Link message us on Facebook, or jump into our Discord to reserve a seat.

Entry: £7.50 per person, or free with membership.
Membership Options:

• 1 Month £25
• Quarter £65
• 6 Months £90
• Annual £140

Local Tags & Partners

We’re proud to be part of Nottingham’s creative gaming ecosystem — on the Warhammer World Tram route, and supporter of indie RPG creators, and countless local clubs.
Follow local guides and partners to keep up with the wider scene:
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So did Why FreeRPG Day Reminded Us Why We Love This Hobby, well because.

Last Saturday, we threw open the doors, pulled out all the tables, and let the community do what it does best. Tell stories, roll dice, and create absolute chaos in the best possible way.

The thing about Free RPG Day is that it is not just about the free swag or the game systems on show. It is about that spark when a table of strangers sit down and, within minutes, they are plotting daring rescues or brewing potions of questionable legality.

It is about the new player who shyly asks if they can join a session, then three hours later they are loudly narrating the final blow against a dungeon boss like they have been doing this for years.

Was nice to see about veteran GMs introducing players to strange new worlds, then watching in quiet pride as those players absolutely derail the plot. As they always do.

At Games Haven, we believe in the magic of face to face gaming. Free RPG Day reminded us exactly why.
Because in an age of screens and distractions, nothing beats gathering around a table and creating a world that only exists because you made it together.

So Thank You

So thank you. To the players, the GMs, the folks who brought snacks, the curious drop-ins who ended up staying all day, and the entire community that keeps this hobby alive.

If you missed it, do not worry. Our RPG World Allula campaign nights, DnD Tuesdays, and regular one-shots are always looking for new adventurers. You do not need an excuse like Free RPG Day to roll the dice with us.

You just need to show up.

See you at the table.

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