Our mission is to strengthen and educate communities through games.
From thoughtfully curated retail to hands-on education programs and community partnerships, we use play as a tool for connection and growth.
Updates
RETAIL STORE
Curated game selection at:
The Crafted Coffee Company
121 Blenheim Road, Upper Riccarton
Christchurch, New Zealand
Open 7am-2pm Mon-Fri /10am-2pm Sat
EDUCATION / COMMUNITY SPACE
Climate Action Campus, Block E
180 Avonside Drive, Avonside
Christchurch, New Zealand, 8061
Open for scheduled programs and events only. Visits outside these times aren’t available.
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CONTACT US AT
Email: info@meepleopolis.com
Phone: 03 662 9233
At The Crafted Coffee Company (121 Blenheim Rd), buy any game and enjoy a free large hot drink.
Our curated in-store range features a mix of bestsellers, classic favourites, and new releases.
For the full range, visit www.meepleopolis.com/shop. ... See MoreSee Less
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What actually happens in a megagame?
In Aotearoa: Contact and Tiriti, you’ll be part of a team navigating a changing world. Together you might:
• Build and support your community
• Trade resources and form alliances
• Negotiate disputes with other groups
• Adapt to unexpected events and opportunities
Every decision contributes to a shared story unfolding across the room.
This free play-test is being facilitated by Arcturus Trail and hosted at the Climate Action Campus.
📅 Saturday 27 June
More details:
www.facebook.com/share/1a5AjFZW8Q/
Register here:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfSkkEuYLzxy1oBv4sFWwGvRnBHjc3Qh1PF4NbztNWH0fddMA/viewform?usp=p... ... See MoreSee Less
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Chickenstock 2026 is warming up… and we’ve already got 10 chickens in the race.
Think your bird has what it takes? Register your chicken (it’s free):
👉 chickenstock-entry-form.zapier.app/participant-entry
Want to come along for the chaos, cheers, and questionable athleticism?
🎟️ events.humanitix.com/chickenstock/
All proceeds go towards building the Sensory Playground at the Climate Action Campus, creating a space where kids of all abilities can play, explore, and connect.
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Crafted Meeples is on tonight from 6pm at The Crafted Coffee Company - 121 Blenheim Road.
Good games, good people, and just the right amount of friendly chaos. Swing by, grab a drink, and jump into something fun. Bring a game or just bring yourself, there’s always a seat at the table.
See you from 6pm at Crafted Coffee 👋 ... See MoreSee Less
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We’re excited to be back as a main partner for Tabletop Tūranga 2026!
It’s one of Canterbury’s biggest board gaming weekends, hosted at Tūranga, and it’s all in support of the Cancer Society ❤️
We’ll be there with a curated retail selection, plus a heap of games and prizes to help keep the tables buzzing all weekend.
If you’ve been before, you already know the vibe. If you haven’t… this is your sign. Check out the details here:
boardgamegeek.com/thread/3690600/tabletop-turanga-2026-canterburys-boardgaming-fest ... See MoreSee Less
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We’ve got a full day of games at Meepleopolis tomorrow (Sunday) from 10am
10am – Game Designer Meet-Up - www.facebook.com/share/1CrCZyNBHx/
1pm – Christchurch Sunday Board Games - www.facebook.com/share/17ZkjgsxL2/
Both at the Meepleopolis Education Space, Climate Action Campus (Block E, 180 Avonside Drive).
Come for one or stay for both. New faces always welcome.
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Something a little unusual is coming to Christchurch.
On Saturday 23 May, Meepleopolis, The Crafted Coffee Company and the Climate Action Campus, Ōtautahi are hosting Chickenstock 2026, an afternoon where chickens attempt feats of athleticism including pulling eggs, navigating a maze, clearing jumps, and the legendary stair climb.
Will the chickens cooperate? That remains to be seen.
It’s a family-friendly daytime event and spectators are warmly invited to come along, sponsor and cheer on the feathered competitors.
Tickets are $10 for adults and free for children under 12, with proceeds helping fund the Climate Action Campus Sensory Playground project.
Learn more, register your chickens to compete and purchase tickets in the link below::
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Sunday Board Games is on this weekend at Meepleopolis.
A relaxed afternoon of casual gaming. Bring a game, join a table, and meet some fellow board gamers.
From 1pm at Meepleopolis Climate Action Campus, Ōtautahi – Block E, 180 Avonside Drive
Check the event listing for details:
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We’ve been doing a bit of board game shelf-tetris lately.
The Meepleopolis online store has had a solid restock, with lots of great titles finding their way back onto the shelves. At the same time we’ve mixed things up in our in-store retail selection at Crafted Coffee too, so if you wander over for a drink you might notice some new games keeping the old favourites company.
Here are just a few of the new arrivals… but they’re really just the tip of the cardboard iceberg. There’s a little something for everyone hiding in the mix.
Have a browse online if you’re curious:
www.meepleopolis.com/shop
Or next time you’re at Crafted Coffee (121 Blenheim Rd), take a peek at the shelves and see what’s new. If a game happens to follow you home, it even comes with a free hot drink while you’re there. ... See MoreSee Less
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