Set within the charming Santa Isabel Hotel, the Convento serves as our primary space, with the Refectorium providing additional room for creative endeavors.

Eight projects will unfold in the Convento, with three more in the Refectorium, ensuring ample space for all participants. Important updates will be live-streamed between these areas so that you won’t miss a beat.

This year, choose from 11 diverse projects to contribute your skills and passion.
Before the event, familiarize yourself with the projects and meet project leads and fellow participants on our dedicated Mattermost channels: pitches will be super short by design, during the presentations on March 16.
Check out the projects and watch the new introduction videos on our projects page, to make an informed decision on-site, in which project you’d like to participate.

Europa-Park sits at the heart of Europe, where Germany, France, and Switzerland meet.
Here‘s a quick guide from CloudFest on your travel options by plane, train, car, or bus.

If you travel by car, here are the Google map links for the El Andaluz and Colosseo hotels:

El Anadaluz Hotel
Colosseo Hotel

Find here some guidelines for the last steps toward your stay at Europa-Park for CloudFest Hackathon 2024:

1. Traveling from Offenburg to Ringsheim:

• By train: Deutsche Bahn (DB) offers convenient connections from anywhere in Germany to Offenburg, followed by a quick 20-minute ride to Ringsheim, the closest station to Europa-Park. Plan your trip and check connections here.
• By taxi: You can take a taxi from Offenburg station to Ringsheim. It’s about a 30-minute ride, but prices vary.
• By shuttle – SIXT Ride: If you’re moving in a group, consider booking a shuttle with SIXT for a comfy ride.

Important: There’s NO CloudFest shuttle service from Offenburg to Europa-Park before and during the Hackathon.
For your journey back to Offenburg on March 18 and 19, after the hackathon, you can catch the official CloudFest main shuttle.

2. Europa-Park Bus from Ringsheim Train Station:

Ringsheim station is your gateway to Europa-Park.

• Hop on the Europa-Park Bus for a quick ride to your hotel.
• Remember: Get off at the Hotel Bell Rock stop. It’s a short walk to the Colosseo, El Andaluz, and Santa Isabel hotels.
  Timetable Europa-Park Bus

There’s NO CloudFest shuttle service from Offenburg to Europa-Park before and during the Hackathon!
The good news is, for your journey back to Offenburg on March 18 and 19, after the hackathon, you can catch the official CloudFest main shuttle.

Your accommodation and booking details for either Hotel El Andaluz or Hotel Colosseo are available in your CloudFest account dashboard. Remember, hotel bookings can’t be altered based on personal preference.

For those who have opted for early arrival on March 15th, your hotel invoice is now available in your CloudFest account dashboard. You can download and review it at your convenience.
Please ensure that your hotel invoice is paid before your arrival.

March 15, 2024
17:00 – 19:00: Early Badge Pickup at CloudFest Info Counter – Colosseo
Avoid the morning rush by picking up your attendee badge early! The CloudFest Info counter will be open exclusively for hackathon attendees in the lobby of the Colosseo Hotel.

March 16, 2024
9:00 – 11:00: Badge Pickup at CloudFest Info Counter – Santa Isabel
The CloudFest Info counter will be open exclusively for hackathon attendees in the lobby of the Santa Isabel Hotel. Get your badge early, beat the queue, and prepare for an exciting start!

Afterward, you’ll be able to get your badge directly from Carole Olinger, Head of CloudFest Hackathon, during the event.

For Early Arrivals (March 15)

You can check into your room starting from 15:30 and get settled. If you arrive earlier, feel free to explore Europa-Park or relax in the hotel’s common areas.

Arriving on March 16 or 17?

We understand you’re eager to dive into the hackathon activities. We assume your room isn’t ready upon your morning arrival, but here’s what you can do with your luggage:

Staying in the Hotel El Andaluz?
This hotel is conveniently located right next to our main venue, the Santa Isabel. Please visit the reception desk to store your luggage in their secure room until your afternoon check-in.

Staying in the Colosseo Hotel or elsewhere?
You can store your luggage at either the Santa Isabel or your respective hotel’s luggage storage area. Just approach the reception desk and inform them of your check-in later that day.

For safety and security reasons, storing luggage in hotel corridors or lobbies is strictly prohibited.
Please use the designated luggage rooms the hotels provide to keep the venue organized, safe, and clutter-free.

Stay connected with the “Confertainment” network, accessible throughout the venue. Alternatively, you can use the network “Hotelresort”.

Network: Confertainment
Password: Confertainment_EP

As part of the CloudFest Hackathon 2024 experience, we invite you to participate in our specially curated evening side events. These gatherings are not just about relaxation and fun—they’re also perfect opportunities for networking, building friendships, and creating unforgettable memories.

Early-Bird Gathering – Friday Night

When: Starting at 18:00
Where: Restaurant Medici & Cesare / Colosseo
Registration: not needed

Mario Kart Tournament – Saturday Night

When: 20:00
Where: Hotel Santa Isabel
Registration: on Mattermost, starts during the Hackathon and will be announced

Blue Fire Megacoaster Thrill Ride – Sunday Night

When: Sunday, 19:30 – 20:30
Where: Europa-Park
Registration: not needed

For a deeper dive into what each side event offers, including locations and additional details, visit our side events post.

To ensure you’re always in the loop and can connect with fellow hackathon participants, we’ve set up a dedicated Mattermost channel for all things CloudFest Hackathon 2024. This is where you’ll find real-time updates, engage with project leads, and get to know your teammates before the event kicks off.

Sign up: just use the sign-up link you got from Carole in her last email!
Can’t find it? Reach out to her: carole@cloudfest.com

Please note, we will stop sending out email updates after March 3, 2024. To ensure you don’t miss any critical information or exciting announcements, make sure you’re active on Mattermost.

Here’s what the new application process looks like: 

1. Apply for your free spot at the CloudFest Hackathon on our website: https://www.hackathon.cloudfest.com.
   Keep in mind, this is just the initial step and doesn’t guarantee your registration.

2. We will select our attendees based on multiple criteria after three application batches:

• Batch #1: October 20th – November 5th
• Batch #2: December 6th – January 8th
• Batch #3: Dates in 2024 to be announced

The sooner you apply, the higher your chances of being selected in the earlier batches!

3. We’ll review applications and notify you by email regarding your status – whether approved, rejected, or placed on hold for the next batch.

4. If approved, you’ll receive a special code via email. Use this code to register for CloudFest. Once done, you’re confirmed for both the Hackathon 2023 and the main festival!

Once you have successfully registered for CloudFest, we will reach out to you for additional information about accessibility needs, special dietary requirements, the length of your stay, and—of course—your hoodie size!

1. Use the link and special code we will send you in the attendee confirmation email to register for CloudFest. Within moments, you’ll be confirmed for both the 2024 Hackathon and the main festival, at no cost to you!
   In case you have more questions about the CloudFest registration process, check out the CloudFest Registration FAQ.
   Registration is mandatory to attend both events!
2. We will then book your hotel accommodation in a four-star Europa-Park hotel, breakfast included, according to availability, and send you final confirmation two to three weeks before the event.

Applications open on October 20th, 2023 and will happen in three batches:

• Batch #1: October 20th – November 5th
• Batch #2: December 6th – December 31st
• Batch #3: Dates in 2024 to be announced

As we gear up for CloudFest Hackathon 2024, we anticipate a surge of applications from all over the world, ready to make a difference in the open-source world.

The sooner you apply, the higher your chances of being selected in the earlier batches!

Application:
Apply for your free spot at the CloudFest Hackathon on our website:: https://www.hackathon.cloudfest.com. We will select our attendees based on different criteria and notify them via email.
Your application is NOT yet a registration and doesn’t guarantee a registration: neither for the Hackathon nor for the CloudFest main event.

Registration:
Once we have selected you as a Hackathon attendee, use the link and special code we will send you in the confirmation email to register for CloudFest. Within moments, you’ll be confirmed for both the 2024 Hackathon and the main festival, at no cost to you.

In case you have more questions about the CloudFest registration process, check out the CloudFest Registration FAQ.

Registration is mandatory to participate in both events!

We will select our attendees based on different criteria in three batches.

While our primary attendees encompass Web Developers, Software Engineers, Sys-Admins, and Frontend & UX-Designers, we celebrate diversity in skills and backgrounds.

Our ambition is simple: to curate a melting pot of diverse talents and minds in the open-source landscape.

The sooner you apply, the higher your chances of being selected in the earlier batches!

Here’s a breakdown of the hotel accommodation process for CloudFest Hackathon attendees:

1. CloudFest Hackathon Stay: All registered Hackathon attendees will enjoy a two-night stay on March 17 & 18, 2024, in a luxurious four-star Europa-Park Hotel. This includes full catering and drinks, all on the house.

2. Special Rate for Early Arrival: If you wish to check in early, you can arrive at the Europa-Park Hotel on March 15, 2024, at a special net room rate of 105€.

3. Additional Free Night: We understand the dedication of our attendees and the desire to be fully immersed in the CloudFest experience. Therefore, based on hotel room availability and for those actively participating in the main CloudFest festival or WP Day, we might accommodate an extra night for you on March 18, 2024, without any added cost. This provision will be decided upon your personal motivation and involvement in the primary events. Post registration, we’ll be communicating with selected attendees regarding this special arrangement.

4. Booking: We will handle the hotel bookings as per availability. You can expect a final confirmation from our side a few weeks before the event. Possible hotels include the El Andaluz, or Colosseo. Both options are conveniently located within a short walking distance from the CloudFest Hackathon venue at the Santa Isabel Hotel.

5. Confirmation: After finalizing your booking, you’ll find your hotel confirmation details in the dashboard of your registered CloudFest account.

6. Accessibility Needs: We value inclusivity and will ensure the accommodation meets the accessibility requirements of our attendees during the registration process.

We aim to make the process seamless for all attendees, allowing you to focus on the Hackathon and enjoy your stay!

Main booking period (2 nights):

• Saturday, March 16, 2024 (check-in)
• Monday, March 18, 2024 (check-out)

Possible hotels include the El Andaluz, or Colosseo. Both options are conveniently located within a short walking distance from the CloudFest Hackathon venue at the Santa Isabel Hotel.

Additional Free Night:
We understand the dedication of our attendees and the desire to be fully immersed in the CloudFest experience. Therefore, based on hotel room availability and for those actively participating in the main CloudFest festival or WP Day, we might accommodate an extra night for you on March 18, 2024, without any added cost. This provision will be decided upon your personal motivation and involvement in the primary events.
Post registration, we’ll be communicating with selected attendees regarding this special arrangement.

Early Arrival Night:
Exclusively for registered Hackathon attendees, we offer early arrival on March 15 (Friday) at a special rate. 👇

For registered CloudFest Hackathon attendees, we offer early arrival at their Europa-Park Hotel on March 15, 2024:

• Special net room rate: 105€ (114,15€ total)
• Request: by form post registration
• Payment: PayPal or credit card when receiving your invoice via email

Yes! Upon check-in, you will receive breakfast vouchers that give you access to your hotel’s breakfast amenities during breakfast hours.

Coffee and snacks will also be served at the CloudFest Hackathon venue.

Once you are selected as an attendee and successfully registered for CloudFest and the Hackathon, we will reach out to you for additional information about accessibility needs and special dietary requirements.

Simply apply through our CloudFest Hackathon website at https://www.hackathon.cloudfest.com.
If accepted, we’ll recognize your existing CloudFest ticket and guide you through the next steps.