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.