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Hack Club Haven

Chandigarh

Game jam for teens 13-18Nov 14–15 · Chandigarh · 24 hours · Net Solutions

Net Solutions
Contact us: chandigarh@haven.hackclub.com
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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 at Haven Chandigarh?

Saturday, November 14

  1. 11:00 am Event entry Check in, get settled, and meet the other participants.
  2. 12:00 pm Opening ceremony Welcome to Haven Chandigarh! We'll kick things off and explain everything you need to know.
  3. 12:30 pm Team formation Find your teammates and get ready to build.
  4. 1:00 pm Start building! The 24-hour game jam officially begins. Time to make something awesome!
  5. 2:30 pm Lunch Take a break, grab some food, and recharge.
  6. 3:30 pm Work resumes Back to coding, designing, creating, and building your game.
  7. 7:30 pm Dinner Fuel up for the night ahead.
  8. 8:30 pm Work resumes The night shift begins. Keep building!
  9. 9:30 pm Fun activity Take a break from your game and hang out with everyone.
  10. 10:30 pm Back to work One more push before the late-night break.

Sunday, November 15

  1. 3:00 am Fun activity + late-night snacks Take a late-night break, grab some snacks, and have some fun!
  2. 3:30 am Work resumes Final stretch! Turn those ideas into finished games.
  3. 9:00 am Breakfast Grab breakfast and get ready for the final push.
  4. 10:30 am Project submissions Submit your finished project before the deadline!
  5. 11:00 am Project voting Check out the games created during Haven and cast your votes.
  6. 12:00 pm Closing ceremony Celebrate what we built together, announce the winners, and distribute freebies!

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 haven@hackclub.com for questions.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Am I eligible?

    If you're age 13–18, you're eligible! No prior experience required.

  • Is this free?

    Hack Club supports teens in building technical projects. Check the Haven Chandigarh registration page for event-specific details.

  • But I've never coded before!

    Perfect! Game jams are for beginners too. You can learn, experiment, and collaborate with other participants.

  • What if my parents are concerned?

    You can read our parent guide or contact haven@hackclub.com with questions.

  • I still have questions!

    Join #haven-help on Slack or email haven@hackclub.com.

  • Where is Haven Chandigarh happening?

    Haven Chandigarh will take place at Net Solutions in Chandigarh on November 14–15, 2026.

  • Can I organize a Haven?

    Absolutely! We're always looking for passionate organizers who want to bring game development to their communities.

  • Why should I organize a Haven?

    You'll make an impact on your community, inspire people to build their first games, and help teens connect through technology.

  • What are the steps to organizing?

    Apply through the organizer form, then work with the Haven team on venue booking, team building, workshops, and event coordination.

  • Do we get volunteer hours?

    Many schools accept organizing hours as community service. Ask your school about its requirements.

  • Can I join an organizing team?

    Of course! Reach out to organizers in your area or apply to join an existing team.

  • What should I bring?

    Bring your laptop, charger, and anything else you need to build your game. Follow the organizer instructions for additional requirements.

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