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Leander

Game jam for teens 13-18Nov 15, 8am - 8pm!Leander High School

Leander High School
Contact us: leander@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 in Leander?

Sunday

  1. 8:00 am Doors open Check in and get settled.
  2. 8:30 am Breakfast + find teams Grab food, meet people, and form your team.
  3. 9:00 am Opening ceremony Kickoff, theme reveal, and rules.
  4. 9:30 am Start making games Clock starts. Time to build!
  5. 10:00 am Beginners workshop New to making games? Start here.
  6. 10:30 am Snack break #1 Recharge and grab a snack.
  7. 12:30 pm Lunch Serious time with friends.
  8. 2:30 pm Snack break #2 Refuel for the final stretch.
  9. 5:00 pm Submissions due + dinner Upload your build to itch.io, then eat.
  10. 6:00 pm Play everyone's games Wander the room and try every table.
  11. 7:00 pm Award decisions Judges decide the winners.
  12. 7:30 pm Closing + awards ceremony Awards, group photo, and goodbyes.
  13. 8:00 pm Doors close Thanks for coming!

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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FAQ

  • Am I eligible?

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

  • But I’ve never coded before!

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

  • Is this free?

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

  • What if my parents are worried?

    Totally normal! This is a supervised, in-person event at Leander High School, and parents are welcome to reach out to the organizers with any questions beforehand.

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