Already next week hundreds of Web3 developers and enthusiasts will meet in the heart of Portugal for a weekend of hacking, workshops, talks and lots of fun. In this blog post, we’ll give you an overview of what to expect, including the Hacker Café, Pragma, and the hackathon itself. In addition, feel free to check out some quick useful tips to help you get started once you arrive.
💻 The Hackathon weekend
And so the weekend begins…
⏰ TL:DR (in Lisbon time)
The key information not to miss
📅 12th May
13:00: Main registration opens
16:30–18:00: Workshops
18:00: Hacking begins!
18:30: 🌮 Dinner
18:30–20:00: Workshops
20:00: Opening Ceremony
21:30: Team Formation & Idea Brainstorming Session
22:00: Main registration closes
23:59: Late night snack
📅 13th May
08:00: Breakfast
09:00: Main registration re-opens
12:00: Main registration CLOSED!
12:30: Lunch
15:00: Project Feedback session
16:00: Fun activity
18:30: 🌮 Dinner
23:59: Late night snack
📅 14th May
08:00: Breakfast
09:00: Project submissions Due
09:30: Project Judging
12:30: Lunch
14:00: Finalists Notified
15:00: Closing Ceremonies
17:00: Cocktail Party!
Day 1:
The first day of the hackathon weekend is always exciting. You’ll arrive at the beautiful Convento Do Beato and check in at the registration desk. There, you’ll receive your swag bag and meet other hackers who are just as excited as you are.
After settling in, you’ll have the opportunity to attend workshops and talks led by industry experts. These sessions are designed to help you get inspired and generate new ideas for your hackathon project.
Throughout the day, there will be plenty of food and drinks available to keep you fueled and focused. And if you need a break, you can always take a stroll around the venue and soak up the amazing atmosphere.
As the day winds down, you’ll start working on your projects. This is where the real fun begins! With so many talented hackers and mentors around, you’ll have plenty of resources and support to help you bring your ideas to life.
Stay tuned for more updates and get ready for an amazing weekend of hacking, learning, and fun!
🚩A few things to note:
You are required to bring your own laptop and charger / any other technical equipment you may require as we do not provide this for you
If you are coming from abroad please ensure you have the correct socket adapter
Meals, drinks & snacks will be provided for you throughout the days from Friday until Sunday
You have 24h access to the venue but make sure to always have your wristband and badge!
Keep an eye out for our Mentors in bright red shirts at the Mentor Station and walking around ready to offer their help and expertise!
Day 2:
On the second day of the hackathon, things might start to get a bit tiring, especially if you pulled an all-nighter working on your project. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! The day will kick off with a breakfast at 08:00, so you can fuel up and get ready for another day of hacking. Before you know it lunch will be served at 12:30!
At 15:00, there will be a project feedback session where you can get valuable input on your project and ask any questions you might have. And don’t forget about the mentorship station that will be available throughout the whole event, where you can get help with any blockages you might encounter.
At 16:00, there will be a fun activity to help you take a break from your project and recharge your batteries. And of course, dinner will be served at 18:30, so you can treat yourself to some delicious food and beverages. Remember, everything is included in the hackathon! And as always, at 23:59, we’ll have our late night snack to keep you going through the night.
Day 3:
On the final day of the hackathon, everyone is tired but still excited to finish their projects. There might be some last minute cramming sessions, but don’t forget that project submission is due at 09:00! Make sure to submit your project before the deadline.
⚖️ Project Submissions & Judging
At 09:30, project judging will begin. You’ll have the opportunity to showcase your project and explain your thought process to the judges. If you want you can submit your project early but as with all submissions you will need to do this via the Hacker Dashboard, but will need to wait for your Judging Appointment until you show up to the Main Judging Green Room on Sunday Morning!
At 14:00, the finalists will be notified via Discord. Now is the time for all the demonstrations of the finalist projects.
🚩 If you are selected as the ETHGlobal Lisbon finalist, we will inform you by 14:00 local time (prior to the Closing Ceremony)
At 15:00, we will have our closing ceremony. This is the perfect time to celebrate all your hard work and accomplishments over the weekend. We’ll announce the winners and hand out some amazing prizes together with our partners.
🎉 Celebrate your hard work!
After all the hacking and excitement, please join us at 17:00 for our cocktail party. This is the perfect opportunity to relax, mingle with other hackers, and celebrate a successful weekend. Cheers to all the amazing work you’ve done!
🩺 Safety at ETHGlobal Lisbon
As with every city that we come to we are working hard to create the best possible environment for you while you are in Lisbon. Feel free to refer to our Lisbon City Guide in preparation for your arrival. As also mentioned previously we will be strictly enforcing our badge & wristband policy in order to ensure your safety. For anyone who loses their wristband we will slash the stake that you have provided during application. Please be ready to share your wristband and badge with security at any time while you are at the venue. Finally, please feel free to contact us and tell us if there is anything else that is making you feel unsafe — we want to do our best to make you feel at home.
ETHGlobal Hacker Cafe:
One of the features of ETHGlobal Lisbon is the Hacker Cafe, a dedicated space for hackers to hang out before the hackathon begins.
This is the perfect place to brainstorm, meet new friends, and find a team to work with if you don’t already have one. It’s also a comfortable co-working space where you can cram in some last-minute work.
We will host a Team Formation and Brainstorming Session here from 14:00 to 16:00 for hackers in attendance!
Opening time: May 11th 2023 @ 08:00–17:00
⛳ Early Registration at the Hacker Café
You can also take advantage of the Early Bird registration for the hackathon at the Hacker Cafe. This means you can skip the line to enter the beautiful Convento Do Beato on Friday.
- Early Registration — @ETHGlobal Hacker Cafe — 11th May from 08:00 WEST — 17:00 WEST
- Main Registration — @Convento Do Beato — 12th May from 13:00 WEST
Make sure to reserve your spot at the Hacker Cafe and take advantage of all it has to offer. With ample space, great food, and an amazing atmosphere, it’s the perfect place to give yourself a head start. We can’t wait to see you there!
Save yourself a spot here: ⤵️
✅ Check-in to ETHGlobal Lisbon in 3 simple steps
- Prepare a form of Identification before you get in line
- Obtain your hacker/sponsor/speaker wristband and badge
- Don’t forget to grab a swag bag!
🚩 NOTE: Although we encourage you to check-in early to skip the line, you will not be able to access the event venue until we officially open on Friday at 1:00pm local time. You will need to have your badge and wristband visible at all times to be allowed in the event venue.
🎤Pragma Lisbon
Are you ready for an exclusive one-day summit featuring high-value single-track talks by industry leaders? Look no further than Pragma Lisbon, taking place on May 11th.
After its inauguration last month in Tokyo, Pragma is coming to the charming streets of Lisbon. This intimate discussion is not to be missed, as it will not be livestreamed.
Tickets are $99 but if you are a confirmed hacker, volunteer or mentor, you receive a 50% discount. With the aim to bring together a carefully selected community, designed to inform, inspire, and engage. Save your seat today and join us, and some of the brightest minds in the ecosystem.
Apply to attend here: https://ethglobal.com/events/pragma-lisbon
Pack your bags and get ready for a weekend full of exciting workshops, talks, hacking and prizes. We are so excited to see everyone in Lisbon! Thank you for choosing to spend your weekend at our event.
See you soon ☀️
