BECOME A

HACKATHON

PARTNER

The CloudFest Hackathon sponsorship is based on a fixed-fee batch model and not project-related, thus eliminating the commercial characteristics of the event and driving increased participation from open-source communities in this important series of projects.

For every package purchased, you can send a determined number of your crew members and support an equal number of open-source community contributors.

Why Support Open-Source Communities at CloudFest?

Build This Industry
The open-source community is an important component in the development of our industry. Your support is much needed and highly appreciated.

Build Your Brand
Word-of-mouth marketing through high-profile industry influencers

Reward Your Team
An incentive for your employees in the R&D department

Make New Connections
Networking opportunities with tech experts in the industry

Earn New Fans
Increase your brand awareness in a positive sense and improve your corporate image

Attract New Talent
Meet potential new employees whose perspectives can advance your company

CloudFest Hackathon 2025
Partnership Packages

Package 1: Innovator

Mention in all hackathon-related marketing activities
Bring 1 crew member & sponsor 1 OS attendee OR sponsor 2 OS attendees
Unlimited Standard passes for CloudFest main event (core audience* only)
1 Vendor pass for CloudFest

2,750 €

Package 2: Catalyst

Mention in all hackathon-related marketing activities
Prominent logo placement in dedicated Hackathon newsletter to CloudFest database
Bring 3 crew members & sponsor 3 OS attendees OR sponsor 6 OS attendees
Unlimited Standard passes for CloudFest main event (core audience* only)
2 Vendor passes for CloudFest

7,000 €

Package 3: Visionary

Mention in all hackathon-related marketing activities
Prominent logo placement in dedicated Hackathon newsletter to CloudFest database
Custom roll-up banner at the event
Bring 6 crew members & sponsor 6 OS attendees OR sponsor 12 OS attendees
Unlimited Standard passes for CloudFest main event (core audience* only)
1 Vendor VIP ticket + 5 Vendor passes for CloudFest
Dedicated social media spotlight
One seat in the CloudFest Hackathon jury to determine winners in different categories

11,000 €

* For example, CSPs, hosters, MSPs, corporate IT, and web agencies would be eligible for the free Standard Pass.

Vendor (VIP) Pass

The dedicated Vendor Pass is for attendees who sell to CloudFest’s core channel. Some Vendor Passes will be included in your hackathon partnership package to give to your top customers and leads—and your team has their own passes included, of course.
Vendor and Vendor VIP Pass privileges include:

The ability to book 1on1 Meeting Tables
Badge scanning at Europa-Park, to create and download lead lists using their smartphone
Inclusion in a special Vendor Register so attendees can find and connect with the vendors they want to meet

For IT professionals outside CloudFest’s core channel, each Vendor Pass will cost 999 €.

The Vendor VIP Pass includes the perks mentioned above, plus privileges such as private networking events, hotel concierge service, free shuttles throughout the venue, and access to the dedicated VIP Lounge.