Find and host card games near you
In a world of screens, there's something irreplaceable about shuffling real cards, reading real faces, and sharing a real table. Cardyard connects players with hosts and event hire professionals for unforgettable card game experiences.
Who It's For
Cardyard is built for players, hosts, and the event hire professionals who bring it all together.
Find games near you. Browse by game type, experience level, and vibe. Book your seat. Show up and play.
Browse GamesBook a SeatRate HostsYou own the tables, the chips, and the expertise. Cardyard puts your services in front of hosts and players who need exactly what you've got — from poker nights to full casino-themed events.
Lead GenerationEquipment HireHosted EventsDealer ServicesGot a setup and love running games? List your space, set your rules, and earn from hosting. Pair with event hire pros for bigger nights.
List Your SpaceSet Your RulesEarn Hosting FeesNo algorithm can read a bluff. No AI can deal a hand with character. The best card games have always been about the people at the table.
We built Cardyard because card games deserve better than dying in group chats and forgotten WhatsApp threads. Real shuffling. Real conversation. Real connection. This is what social was before social media.
How It Works
Whether you're a player, a host, or an event hire pro — getting started is simple.
Create your profile as a player, host, or event hire supplier. Verified profiles build trust for everyone.
Players browse games by type, date, and location. Hosts and event hire pros list their setups, services, and availability.
Secure your spot or confirm a booking. All hosting and service fees are handled safely through the platform.
Show up, sit down, and enjoy the game. Rate your experience afterwards to help the community grow.
Games
From social sessions to tournament formats — every game has a home on Cardyard.
For Event Hire Professionals
Cardyard is the lead generation channel that casino event hire, poker table companies, and professional dealers have never had. Get in front of hosts and players who are actively booking games.
Get found by hosts and players searching for event hire in your area
Accept bookings through the platform — no back-and-forth DMs or phone tag
Verified reviews from real events help you stand out and win repeat business
Early suppliers help shape the platform — be part of the founding crew in Melbourne
Built Right
Cardyard is a hosting and services platform — we never touch the game itself.
Cardyard is a marketplace for card game hosting experiences — not a gambling platform. We connect people who want to play with people who love to host, and with the event hire professionals who make it happen. The platform fee covers discovery, booking, payments, and trust. We never take a cut of any pot, wager, or winnings. This is how it's designed, and how it will always work.
Early Access
Cardyard is launching in Melbourne first. Take the 2-minute quiz to join the waitlist.
♦ No spam. Just one email when we're ready to launch.
Cardyard promotes responsible gaming. If you or someone you know needs support, contact Gambling Help Online or call 1800 858 858. All users must be 18+. Cardyard is a hosting and event services platform — we do not operate, facilitate, or profit from gambling activity.