In English

What is Instanssi?

Instanssi is a festival of digital creativity in Jyväskylä, Finland. Instanssi is a beginner-friendly event that anyone interested in digital culture can visit and enjoy. Instanssi offers demoscene compos (competitions), workshops, presentations, and a friendly creative environment.

Time and place

Instanssi 2025 is held from February 27. until to March 2., 2025. Event venue will be confirmed later.

What do I need to take with me?

Bring the same necessities as you would to any other LAN-party or demoparty. Here is a small checklist to help you.

If you have a ticket with a computer place, bring your computer with all the necessary accessories. Bring a long power cord and your own extension cord. Remember to write your name on your stuff!
A sleeping bag and pad
Change of clothes
Personal toiletries: towel, toothbrush etc. There is a shower and an outdoor sauna on the venue, so you can also bring flip-flops, a small towel to sit on, and a bathrobe.
Bank card, cash, or MobilePay for buying your tickets or t-shirts from the door
Your own mug or thermos for free coffee and tea
Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages and utensils. There is a microwave oven, a coffee maker, and a kettle for free use on the venue. Fridge space is limited, so bring your own cooler (Peltier coolers allowed).
Demoparty vibes!

What NOT to bring

A list of forbidden items

Prescription drugs without a prescription slip and ID
Alcohol
Narcotics
Firearms, edge tools, and other possibly harming objects.
Multifunctional tools
Fireworks and other explosives
Laser pointers and similar objects
Own domestic appliances (Fridges, coffee makers, washing machines etc.)

Chat

Matrix: #instanssi:hacklab.fi
Telegram: https://telegram.me/Instanssi

These are chat rooms are bridged, so you can pick your favourite chat platform!

Social media

Mastodon: https://mementomori.social/@instanssi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/instanssi
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/instanssi
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/InstanssiOrg