FAQ

Before the party

When is The Gathering 2014?

The doors open on Wednesday April 16 at 09.00. The net will be turned off at 11am on Sunday April 20. The power will be turned off at 11:30am, and you must have left the arena by 13:00.

Where is The Gathering 2014?

The Gathering 2014 will be held at the Vikingskipet Olympic Arena in Hamar, Norway.

What is GE?

Short for geekevents.org

How do I buy tickets?

To buy tickets to The Gathering 2014, register at Geekevents.org.
If you have already registered, you may just log in with your username.

How do I buy special tickets?

All tickets will be available trough GE.

Is the ticket refundable?

Yes. Tickets are refundable until March 31st. To refund your ticket go to the order history page on Geekevents.org.
Please note the following:

It's only the owner (buyer) of the ticket that can request a refund
Refunds are usually processed on Wednesdays
It is possible to partially refund an order e.g. one of five tickets

How do I reserve a seat?

You reserve your seat using Geekevents, you will find all you need to know here.

What kind of tickets are available for Gathering 2014?

See our ticket information site.

How old do I have to be to attend The Gathering?

There is no age limit, but we expect you to be able to take care of yourself. If you travel with someone in your family or one of your friends you should be okay, no matter what age you are. The police demand that anyone under 16 bring a consent form signed by one of your parents.

Download the consent form here.

NB. You have to bring the consent form even if you're only visiting us for a day.

How many tickets can each person buy?

Up to five tickets.

What are the chances that I don't get a ticket?

It is impossible to say, but in the past there have been spare tickets left when TG started. This is because they have been returned to us, but we have not had time to resell them.

We are six people going together, do we need to buy five tickets and then one extra?

Yes.

We ordered three tickets, but now we need five because two more wanted to join. Can we just change from three to five tickets before we pay?

You can't change the number of tickets from when you first ordered. You have to pay for the three tickets first. Then you have to get back in the queue and order two more.

How do I get my ticket?

The ticket is digital and you won't be sent anything before the party starts. More info will be available soon.

At the party

How much space do I have at my seat?

Your place on the table will be 80 cm wide and 60 cm deep.

Can I bring a shelf to put up at my place?

Yes, but it must be made in accordance with the construction rules.

What competitions will there be at The Gathering this year?

TG14 will, as previous TG's, be host to a wide range of competitions. You can find more in our Creative and Game sections.

What speed will the Internet connectivity be?

Information on this will come at a later date.

How much electric power will each person get?

1 Ampere.

Can I bring my own fridge, waffle iron, coffee maker etc?

No, that will blow the fuses and make everyone pretty mad.

Is there a way for me to heat my food?

Yes, there is a designated area for heating of food and beverages. The designated area has microwaves and water boilers.

Do I need to bring my own chair?

No, there are chairs for every seat. However, you are allowed to bring your own so long as your chair or sofa does not block the escape routes.

How is the security?

We cannot guarantee that nothing will be stolen, but we do have a big security crew who will do their best for our security and well-being. It might be a good idea to bring small gadgets with you when you leave your seat, or make sure some of your friends are watching your stuff.

What if my computer or other stuff is broken/stolen during The Gathering?

The Gathering is not responsible for any economical loss, direct or indirect, due to circumstances connected to the event. However, we have never had any big problems with theft or malice before and we don't expect this year to be any different. We do, however, recommend you bring a valid travel insurance, just in case.

The Crew

Where do I apply for a crew position?

All applications will have to be submitted at http://wannabe.gathering.org/.

How old do I have to be to join the crew?

Some of the crews have an age limit, like Security, and others do not. All in all, your skills are more important than your age.

How much work is it to be a crew member?

It depends on which crew you are in; some crews work eight hour shifts, like Info:Desk and Security, others work when there are things to do.

Should I buy a ticket if I apply for a crew position, or can I wait until I get an answer?

You should buy a ticket just in case. You can refund your ticket if you are accepted.

When can I expect an answer from Wannabe?

Most crews will have completed their admissions by mid-February. However, some crews will remain open for applications somewhat longer.

Where can I find you on IRC?

Some of us can be found on EFNet at #tg, but we do not know any more than what's already on http://gathering.org.