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Hack Club Haven

Lucknow

Game jam for teens 13-18Sat, Nov 14 · 8 am – 8 pm

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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?

Saturday, November 14

  1. 8:00 – 9:00 am doors open Come find your team. Parents are welcome to stay and watch.
  2. 9:00 – 9:30 am opening ceremony
  3. 9:30 – 10:00 am ice breaking activity Meet other attendees and form your teams. People are still arriving, so it's not too late to join!
  4. 10:00 am – 1:00 pm game dev workshop A hands-on game development workshop, made for complete beginners.
  5. 1:00 – 2:00 pm lunch Food is on us!
  6. 2:00 – 5:00 pm activities
  7. 5:00 – 6:00 pm notion workshop
  8. 6:00 – 8:00 pm showcase, closing ceremony + prizes

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

We take safety seriously. You can see our parent guide here, or they can reach out to us at [email protected] for questions.

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FAQ

  • When and where is it?

    Saturday, November 14, from 8 am to 8 pm in Lucknow. The venue is shown at the top of the page.

  • Is this free?

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

  • But I’ve never coded before!

    Perfect! We’ll have workshops made for complete beginners, plus mentors and teammates to help you every step of the way.

  • Is there merch?

    Yes, there will be cool merch at the event.

  • 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.

  • Can I organize a Haven?

    Absolutely! We’re always looking for passionate organizers. If you’re ready to bring the magic of game development to your community, we’d love to help.

  • What are the steps to organizing?

    First, apply through our organizer form. Then we’ll guide you through venue booking, team building, workshop planning, and day-of coordination.

  • I still have questions!

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

  • Am I eligible?

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

  • Is food provided?

    Yes, food is on us! You don’t need to bring anything.

  • Do I get anything for taking part?

    Everyone who submits a game gets a cool T-shirt!

  • Can my parents stay?

    Yes! Parents are welcome to stay and watch. It works a bit like an exhibition, so they can walk around, see what everyone is making, and leave whenever they like.

  • How do I contact the Lucknow team?

    Email us at [email protected].

  • Why should I organize a Haven?

    You’ll make an impact on your community, whether inspiring someone to make their first game or helping someone find friends in tech. Leading an event is usually very difficult, but we are providing support to help you along the way!

  • Do we get volunteer hours?

    Many schools accept organizing hours as community service. If your school requires documentation, we can provide it!

  • Can I join an organizing team?

    Of course! Many cities have organizing teams. Reach out to organizers in your area or apply to join an existing team.

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