In a year filled with inspiring stories and uplifting voices, The Asunción Times is proudly publishing this Top 5 Community Stories of 2025. These are the articles that readers cherished, shared with friends and family, and came back to time and again. By sharing several Top 5’s with our readers on the edge of 2026, we celebrate the very best of human connection, hope, and community in Paraguay in 2025.
1. From WhatsApp To Asunción’s Plaza Uruguaya: Go PokéRaids Paraguay
Every weekend during 2025, Plaza Uruguaya in Asunción becomes a meeting point for Go PokéRaids Paraguay, the country’s first official Pokémon GO community. Players gather with their phones to explore, catch virtual creatures, and battle together. What began as casual gaming has grown into a lively social ritual that brings together strangers, friends, and families.
The group fosters real‑life connections and shared experiences under the trees of the plaza. Run by founder Ever Villalba and a team of volunteers, events take place every Saturday and Sunday. The gathering attracts between 100 and 180 participants.
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2. Paraguay GAA Wins Historic First Ever Gaelic Football Match In Paraguay!
Las Arpas, also known as Paraguay GAA, is Asunción’s Gaelic football club, inviting locals and newcomers to join a fun sports community. Gaelic football is an Irish field sport that blends elements of soccer, rugby, and basketball. Played with a round ball and a mix of kicking, passing, and limited shoulder‑to‑shoulder contact, making it accessible for beginners and experienced players alike.
The team’s name and colours symbolise local pride and cultural connection, with the harp (or arpa) linking Paraguay and Ireland. Since its first official game this year, Paraguay GAA has grown and even taken part in international matches. Whether participants are after competition, camaraderie, or simply a new way to be active, Las Arpas welcomes everyone to join.
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3. Run, Walk, Connect: Asunción’s Run Club Redefines Social Sundays
Every Sunday morning at Parque de la Salud in Asunción, a growing group of locals and foreigners gather. Not to compete but to connect through movement with Asunción’s Run Club. The club was founded by organisers Maarten Kamerling and Rob Bone. Run club focuses on community, connection, and well‑being rather than speed, offering a positive alternative to the city’s typical nightlife‑centred social scene. Sessions begin with playful warm‑ups, ice‑breaker activities, and group games. Therefore, encouraging laughter and relaxed interaction before participants walk, jog, or run at their own pace.
What makes the club stand out is its inclusive, energising atmosphere. Everyone, from walkers to runners of all levels, is welcome to join free of charge. Members often split into groups based on pace, but the emphasis always remains on social connection. Organisers say the club gives people a way to feel better physically and socially, making Sunday mornings a time to move, connect, and build community.
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4. Liga de Aventureros Is Leading Paraguay’s Board Game Movement
On #4 in this Top 5 Community Stories of 2025, Liga de Aventureros began in Asunción when founder Manuel Romero and his university friends pooled money to buy and share sophisticated board games. Their first public event drew 150 people, far exceeding expectations, and marked the start of a new community. Today, the group hosts events offering affordable play sessions that welcome newcomers and seasoned players alike.
Rather than just entertainment, Liga de Aventureros aims to build inclusive social spaces. The group aims for people to connect through tactile, face‑to‑face interaction in an increasingly digital world. The organisation also runs educational workshops, through role‑playing games, and even brings gaming sessions to correctional facilities. By curating a diverse range of board and role‑playing games for different audiences, they foster community bonds and champion a growing analogue movement across Paraguay
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5. Inside Asunción’s Growing Co-Working Community: Canadian Host Nathan Reveals All!
Asunción’s co‑working scene has grown rapidly. Hosted by Canadian digital nomad Nathan Sudds, at Café West Coffee, friends working with laptops has expanded into a community of over 120 people. From four continents and roughly 25 countries, meeting every Tuesday afternoon to work, network, and socialise. The friendly atmosphere draws a mix of remote workers, expats, and locals, and a lively WhatsApp group keeps members connected.
Beyond productivity, the events foster connection and support, with people helping each other on projects and sharing ideas, often turning a work afternoon into a social experience. And as demand continues to grow, the community now also hosts Thursday co‑working sessions in different locations. Through this shared space, co‑workers find both professional collaboration and a sense of belonging in Asunción.
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All the best for 2026!
We hope you loved this look back at The Asunción Times’ Top 5 Community Stories of 2025. From the bottom of our hearts, and on behalf of the entire team, we thank you for reading, sharing, and being part of our journey. Feliz Año Nuevo, Happy New Year!
