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Hack Club Haven

DC

Game jam for teens 13-18Nov 13–15 · DC

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What is a game jam?

It’s a social coding event where you make a video game with friends + free food!

follow workshops or create at your own pace

Learn & Build

  • Attendees hanging out together
  • A group of teens working at a shared table

meet new people and form lifelong relationships

Make Friends

  • A spread of snacks and merch
  • Attendees holding up their prizes

can’t say no to free snacks :)

Free Food & Prizes

Don’t game jams sound awesome?

This November, YOU can join the world's largest teen game jam. Yes, you! It doesn’t matter if you have years of experience, or just learned what they are today.

You’ll join thousands of teens making games from all around the world. Don't consider yourself a game dev? No problem - we have tons of workshops for you to make your game!

This is your chance to learn something new, meet new friends, andgo on an incredible adventure together!

Here is how you can join a game jam this November!

(Don't worry, we'll guide you through each step)

What happens on the day?

TBD! We’re still working out the schedule. Sign up and we'll let you know as soon as we figure it out!

Hack Club has helped teens organize hundreds of events woldwide!Check out some of our past events ~

FAQ

  • Am I eligible?

    If you’re age 13-18, you’re eligible! No prior experience required.

  • Is this free?

    Yes! Hack Club is a nonprofit helping teens build technical projects at no cost.

  • But I’ve never coded or made art before!

    Perfect! Game jams are designed for beginners. You’ll have workshops, mentors, and teammates to help you every step of the way.

  • What if my parents are concerned?

    We’re here to help! You can see our parent guide here, or they can reach out to us at [email protected] for questions.

  • I still have questions!

    Join #haven-help on Slack or reach out to us at [email protected]!

  • Where is this?

    We'll be out in DC! The specific address will be revealed closer to the event!

  • Why should I go to Haven DC?

    You'll go from 0 to creating a whole game from scratch by the end of our event!

  • What are the steps to joining?

    Fill out our sign up form ASAP, and check in on the day of our event! No experience needed!

  • What can I build?

    We'll be running workshops on how to make video games with different coding softwares, pixel art, and game music/sound effects to make video games during the event!

Sign up!