500-Piece Speed Puzzle Competition @ Left Field Brewery Liberty Village

Changeling Event Type: Special 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 Left Field Brewery menu, then get ready to puzzle! Each table will start with a brand-new 500-piece Holiyay 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.

The perfect combination of artistry and craftsmanship. Discover colourful jigsaw puzzles by independent artists from around the world with Holiyay! Each design is a masterpiece, created to bring joy to your table. With premium matte-finish pieces to ensure a glare-free experience, this Quebec-based company provides a wonderful puzzle for competition or a cozy night in.

General Admission Tickets: Admission includes access to Left Field Brewery's reserved seating (may be on the first or second floor), an on-site competition host, and a take-home Canadian puzzle.

Tickets are priced and sold per group. Tables are available for:

• 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 & 5-6 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.

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.

: 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.

Prizing: The winners will receive tickets to the next 500-piece speed puzzle competition event at Left Field Brewery Liberty Village, 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 500-Piece Puzzle Leaderboard. Will you be one of our top community records for speed?

: Left Field Brewery is a small, community-focused family business with a mission to create joy through beer. They also happen to love baseball! A theme that is interwoven through all facets of their brewery experience. They are also committed to diversity, accessibility, and inclusion.

Their Liberty Village location has a substantial list of beers and drinks available, plus an incredible lineup of food options to order from while playing a game. There is no minimum spend, but we strongly encourage purchasing something as able to support the venue so we can keep returning for more gaming experiences. The recommended minimum is $25 per person (~ one drink and one food item) from the Left Field Liberty Village menu.

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: Warm to Bright
🔊 Sound: Medium (Occasionally High depending on other events)
🪑 Chair Type: Mostly Benches (No Cushion w No Back Support) and Some Chairs (No Cushion w Back Support)
✨ Event Capacity/Venue Capacity: Large (40+ Gamers)/Extra Large (100+ People)
🚪 Public Presence: Open to Passersby
🎲 Table Space: Large

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.

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: Please be in your seats by 6:50 PM. Tables are held for the first 20 minutes (from 6:30 to 6:50pm) before they are given away to waitlist tickets and walkups. It's also great to arrive early to help stagger service and place your first order before puzzling.

Info: 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.

Info: The venue is open until 12 AM for those who want to stay, continue to puzzle and social.

Event venue & nearby stays

Left Field Brewery (Liberty Village), 40 Hanna Avenue, Toronto, Canada

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