Holloman Air Force Gaming and the Nov. 14 Nerdy Fundraiser
Published 8 November 2026
Holloman Air Force Gaming is the base's branch of Air Force Gaming, the official gaming program for the Air Force and Space Force, and it brings airmen together over video games, board games and tabletop games. You can meet the group in person on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the Nerdy Charity Fundraiser at the Otero County Fairgrounds, where toys collected go to local foster kids.
I met Matthew Thomas, one of Holloman's Air Force Gaming base ambassadors, at the Alamogordo airport open house on November 7, standing in front of a backdrop of cartoon pilots and astronauts.
What is Holloman Air Force Gaming?
Air Force Gaming is the official gaming program for the Air Force and Space Force. Matthew, who is a civilian, explained that base ambassadors are volunteers who act as the go between for the Air Force wide gaming program and each base. Their job is to coordinate events and keep the community connected and having a good time.
And it covers everything. "We do anything," Matthew said: video games like Call of Duty, Battlefield and racing games, plus tabletop games such as Warhammer, BattleTech and Dungeons and Dragons, and board games in general.
Why does gaming matter for airmen?
This was the part that stuck with me. Matthew told me a lot of airmen love games but do not play with each other, or do not know that other airmen play the same games they do. Air Force Gaming creates a central space where they can meet, connect and then play together.
The group holds game nights built around whatever people want to play, such as a night of Helldivers 2 or a Call of Duty night, and it is starting monthly Magic: The Gathering tournaments. There is a competitive side too: a strong Holloman team can take on a team from Cannon Air Force Base, and players can apply for larger Air Force teams that may compete internationally.
Where do Holloman Air Force Gaming events happen?
Most events are on base at the Holloman Community Center, Building 325, which has two lounges set up for video gaming and board gaming, and the ballroom for larger tournaments. The 49th Force Support Squadron's gaming page calls the video game lounge the Control Room.
| Detail | Holloman Air Force Gaming |
|---|---|
| Where | Holloman Community Center, Building 325, 722 Idaho Ave., on base |
| Control Room hours | Wednesday and Thursday 4 to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 4 to 10 p.m. (per the 49 FSS website) |
| Games | Video games, board games and tabletop games |
| Follow | @holloman_airforcegaming on Instagram and the Holloman FSS Facebook page |
Since these events are on base, they are for people with base access. If you are PCSing to Holloman, it is a great way to make friends fast.
What is the Nerdy Charity Fundraiser on November 14?
The group also shows up in town, and its next stop is a fun one. "Not A Creature Was Stirring," a Nerdy Charity Fundraiser hosted by The Adventurer's Realm with the Otero County Fair, is on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Otero County Fairgrounds, 401 Fairgrounds Rd. Toys collected go to local foster kids. According to the event's Facebook page, to join one of the activity stations you bring a new, unopened child's toy worth $10 or more.
| Time | What is happening |
|---|---|
| 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Kids crafts and mini robots, raffles, miniature painting, video games, vendors |
| 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Free face painting |
| 1 to 4 p.m. | Lightsaber lessons |
| 1 to 5 p.m. | Dungeons and Dragons, Warhammer, Magic and Pokemon, Bolt Action (limited seating) |
| 4 to 5 p.m. | Santa |
| 5 to 6 p.m. | Raffle winners announced |
The flyer also promises photos with costumed characters and food for purchase.
What does this mean for families living in or moving to Alamogordo?
When people ask me what there is to do here, events like this are my answer. It is free fun for the whole family, it helps local foster kids have a better Christmas, and it is a chance to meet neighbors and airmen who share your hobbies. For more ideas, check my What's in Alamogordo page and my guide to aviation groups in Alamogordo. If you are PCSing here, start with my Holloman AFB relocation guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holloman Air Force Gaming?
It is Holloman's branch of Air Force Gaming, the official gaming program for the Air Force and Space Force. It organizes game nights, tournaments and competitive teams for airmen.
Where are Holloman Air Force Gaming events held?
Most are at the Holloman Community Center, Building 325, on base. The group also attends community events in Alamogordo.
When is the Nerdy Charity Fundraiser in Alamogordo?
It is Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Otero County Fairgrounds, 401 Fairgrounds Rd.
What do I need to bring to the Nerdy Charity Fundraiser?
To join an activity station, bring a new, unopened child's toy worth $10 or more. The toys go to local foster kids.
Will Santa be at the Nerdy Charity Fundraiser?
Yes. Santa is scheduled from 4 to 5 p.m.
Details come from my conversation with Matthew Thomas at the Alamogordo airport open house on November 7, 2026, the 49th Force Support Squadron gaming page, and the event's flyer and Facebook page, as of 8 November 2026. Event details can change, so check the event page before you go.