GAME NIGHT AT JOURNEYMAN
*Place high stake bets on unpredictable camel races in Camel Up!*
*FIGHT and DESTROY as Giant Kaiju to become the King of Tokyo!*
*Try for a leaning jowler, just don’t PIG OUT in Pass the Pigs!*
Winners get their chance at rolling the Giant DT Die for a reward!
Dark Torch will be participating in a gaming event that Journeyman Distillery is hosting on Oct. 20th!
Join us at our booth / play area for a fun evening where we’ve chosen 3 easy to learn and engaging games for people to try out.
* Will have a limited quantity of these games for sale as well.
* We will also be handing out some freebies
* Some Dark Torch Merch available as well
Also stay tuned for future updates of our lounge space that will be opening up at 829 E Lincolnway in Valpo later this year!
Come out for an evening of board games, table top adventures, role-playing
games, card games, and more at Journeyman in Valparaiso!
Full event details below!
Save the date!
October 20th, 2026 | 5:00PM - 11:00PM CT
Journeyman Distillery at The American Factory | 258 South Campbell Street, Valparaiso, IN 46385
Join us for an evening of board games, tabletop adventures, role-playing games, card games, and more at Journeyman.
Bring your favorite game and a group of friends, pull up a chair at an open table, learn how to play something new, or join other gamers looking for their next player.
Throughout the evening, local gaming organizations and community partners will host games, demonstrations, learn-to-play experiences, and interactive activities for players of all experience levels.
Whether you’re a lifelong gamer, curious about Dungeons & Dragons, looking for a new game group, or just searching for a different kind of week night, there’s a seat at the table for you.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the evening. No outside food or beverages permitted.
Come with a group. BYOG (Bring your own game). Join a table. Make new friends.
Featured Partners Include:
Learn to Play Shadowdark RPG with Fellowship Gaming! Join a beginner-friendly tabletop role-playing adventure where the rules are taught as you play. Choose from Fantasy, Star Wars-inspired, or Post-Apocalyptic/Zombie adventures throughout the evening. Pre-made characters and dice are provided—just bring your imagination and a willingness to have fun! Each session accommodates 2–7 players. Players are welcome to sign up in advance or join as walk-ins when space is available.
Player Safety: Before each game, players will participate in a brief safety discussion using the industry-standard Deck of Player Safety to establish boundaries, discuss potential triggers, and help ensure everyone has a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Stop by to spin the prize wheel and browse their selection of gaming products. They’ll also be hosting tabletop role-playing sessions, including Dungeon Crawl Classics and potentially Dungeons & Dragons, with multiple game tables running throughout the event.
Lodge Con invites you to grab a seat and jump into HeroQuest, a classic dungeon-crawling adventure game that’s easy to learn and fun for all experience levels. Games will run throughout the event with no advance sign-up required, just join when space is available! Stop by to play, learn more about tabletop gaming, and get a preview of Lodge Con, an upcoming gaming convention featuring games, tournaments, vendors, cosplay, panels, and more
Jump into a game of BANG:A WILD WEST SHOWDOWN. Experience a tense hidden-role battle as Outlaws target the Sheriff, the Sheriff fights for justice, and the Renegade maneuvers between both sides, creating fast, high-stakes decisions every round. Games will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, with new players welcome to join as seats open up. Plus, stop by for giveaways, stickers, and other fun surprises!
Roll Seekers invites you to step into the world of their actual-play series through live Dungeons & Dragons adventures! Join a session of The Curse of the Dreg’Damor, a dark fantasy adventure set in the world of Nabell. Pregenerated characters will be provided, making sessions welcoming to both new and experienced players. Meet the creators and cast, watch footage from the series, learn more about The Legend of Nabell, and pick up a copy of The Curse of the Dreg’Damor to continue the adventure with your own group.
Valparaiso University Center for Games and Interactive Entertainment
Stop by to play tabletop games from their extensive Game Library, discover upcoming community game nights and public programming, and learn more about Valpo’s Game Design and Narrative Minor. Plus, pick up some fun freebies and information along the way!
Dark Torch Board Game Lounge
Place high stake bets on unpredictable camel races in Camel Up! FIGHT and DESTROY as Giant Kaiju to become the King of Tokyo! Try for a leaning jowler, just don’t PIG OUT in Pass the Pigs! We’ve chosen 3 easy to learn and engaging games to come try out. Winners get their chance at rolling the Giant DT Die for a reward! Will have a limited quantity of these games for sale as well, along with a small selection of Dark Torch gear and some free stickers. Also stay tuned for future updates of our lounge space that will be opening up at 829 E Lincolnway in Valparaiso later this year!
