Board Games for People Who Find Socialising Exhausting

Want to meet people but find the usual social scene completely exhausting? Divergent Tabletop offers a gentler alternative. These neurodivergent-friendly board-game gatherings are designed to make meeting people feel less intimidating. Play easy-to-learn games, join a table when you're ready, or simply hang out and get comfortable before taking part. Hosts are there to explain games and help things along, and quieter spaces give you somewhere to retreat if everything gets a little too much.

You don't need to be a serious gamer — or particularly good at small talk. The game does some of the social heavy lifting for you.

BEFORE YOU GO
Events take place on selected dates at different venues around Cape Town, so check the latest event information before heading out. Booking may be required and prices vary by event. The gatherings are designed to be low-pressure and welcoming, but contact the organisers beforehand if you have particular accessibility or sensory requirements.