500-Piece Speed Puzzle Competition @ Board Games Arboretum

Changeling Event Type: General Event, Family-Friendly.

What to Expect: Whether you're a seasoned puzzler or have never tried a puzzle, this event offers something for everyone. Our events are a great way to connect with members of local communities and are perfect for folks arriving in Toronto looking to make new friends.

Begin by grabbing a delicious drink or nibble from the Twilight Café menu, get ready to puzzle! Each table will start with a brand-new 500-piece Villager Puzzle.

What is a Speed Puzzle Competition?: Players work together on a single puzzle. Communication, teamwork, and shared strategy are key as the group races other teams to complete the same puzzle.

General Admission Tickets: Tickets are priced and sold per team. Tickets for this event include access to the Board Games Arboretum space, a curated collection of puzzles, a take-home Canadian Designed Puzzle, and an on-site game expert who can help you with introductions and organizing your table.

• Standard Competition, 500 Piece Puzzle, 2 Players - Play for the glory! These are official competition tables, so teams may play for the Grand Prize, and their scores will be tracked on the Changeling Leaderboard.
• Casual Competition, 250 Piece Puzzle, 2 Players - Play for the fun! Great for first-time puzzlers. These tables may not win the competition Grand Prize, but are here for the joy of puzzling! Their scores will still also be tracked on the Changeling Leaderboard.
• Casual Competition, 500 Piece Puzzle, 3-4 Players - Play for the fun! Great for catching up with friends. These tables may not win the competition Grand Prize, but are here for the joy of puzzling! Their scores will still also be tracked on the Changeling Leaderboard.
• Casual Competition, Community Table, 1-4 Players - Our community table is a great option to come solo and make new friends in the puzzle community. Depending on the number of players and the collective experience at the table, we will pick a puzzle that is best for the group.

: Changeling Gaming Memberships include event discounts for our community. After just two events within a 30-day period, our members save, with the potential of over $80 per month! Each purchased membership ticket must have a single individual corresponding Patreon membership subscription or a valid pass.

At least 1 member of a team must be a member or passholder to receive the membership rate. Proof of subscription will be required at the door.

Waitlists & Walkups: Tables are held for the first 20 minutes (from 6:30 to 6:50pm) before they are sold to those on the waitlist or walkups. The competition will start at 7 PM sharp! If you are late and your table is available, you may still join in, but your time will not be adjusted.

Prizing: The winners will receive tickets to the next speed puzzle pyramid competition event at the Board Games Arboretum, giving them the chance to return and compete again for 1st place! And win or lose, all teams competing for glory will have their scores added to the Changeling Gaming Puzzle Leaderboard. Will you be one of our top community records for speed?

About Board Games Arboretum: Your new friendly local game shop in Toronto's Liberty Village. We have board games, TCGs, TTRPGs, puzzles and accessories as well as a playspace for games and events.

Food & Drink: We do not offer any food or drink but outside food & non-alcoholic drink is welcome. We also have a Stay & Play Partnership with local venues along the laneway. Show your ticket up to an hour either before or after the event to receive a discount on your purchase to enjoy during or after the event! You can also stop by the shop for additional discount coupons to other local vendors.

What's the Space Like?: Changeling aims to craft the best gaming experience when at our partnering venues while respecting their space, regular services, and capabilities. While we can’t always make adjustments to our shared space, we can still provide information to help you make an informed decision about attending. Here’s what to expect on an average visit,

💡Lighting: White/Bright
🔊Sound: Medium
🪑Chair Type: Chairs (Cushioned with Back Support)
✨Event Capacity/Venue Capacity: Medium (20-40 Gamers)
🚪Public Presence: Semi-Private/Open to Passersby
🎲Table Space: Average

About : We are a collective of game experts based in Toronto. Our mission is to help folks find the right games for their tables and to create safe, accessible, and welcoming spaces to play games and make new friends along the way. Changeling Gaming Experiences includes,

• Changeling Gaming - : Since 2024, Changeling Gaming has been hosting gaming events in collaboration with local venues in the Greater Toronto Area. From board games to RPGs, anything gaming, we are there to have fun and make friends along the way.
• : Join us in Liberty Village for your next shopping experience and even more events!
• Northern Gaming Retreats: Sometimes it can be hard to game for just one night! Our seasonal retreats are a great way to game all weekend long, escape the city, and create deeper bonds within the community.
• The Rainbow Gaming Hub: Our team likes to give back to our communities; having queer founders, Changeling works to create extended safe spaces for folks under the rainbow umbrella to gather and game.
• Changeling Gaming - : Get into games with our experts’ tutorials.

Photography Disclaimer: Please note that photos and videos will be taken at the event for use on social media to show new members what our gatherings are like, and to also share on the Changeling Community Discord, so we can all look back on the fun moments gaming together. If you wish to remain off-camera, please let our team know once on-site so we can direct you to the photo-free tables.

Photo Credit: @imjimador & @calvin.campos

Still have any questions?: Join the Changeling Discord to connect, ask questions to our Game Experts, and learn when even more games are scheduled!

Info: Time to register and check in for the event.

Info: Ready, Set, Puzzle! Let the race begin!

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Board Games Arboretum, 171 East Liberty Street, Toronto, Canada

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