Geekend awaits with ‘thrilling’ weekend

Geekdom is set to host its latest edition of Geekend event from September 12-14 at Lusail Boulevard, offering a thrilling weekend of entertainment, community engagement, and competition.Featuring activities such as the unique Snoonu Hackathon, a Jumbo Gaming challenge, and eSports tournaments with more than QR60,000 in prizes, the event promises an unforgettable experience for both participants and spectators.Speaking to Gulf Times, Geekdom founder Abdulla al-Mosallam highlighted the uniqueness of this Geekend, citing the diverse range of artists and vendors, as well as newcomers, who will bring fresh energy to the growing community event."Every Geekend event, we try to make it unique and special by adding a different variety of artists, vendors, and experiences. What’s great about it is the overwhelming interest from the community,” he said. "We receive triple the number of applicants that we can accommodate, so we always strive to offer variety and give newcomers a chance to participate.”He noted that Geekend is expected to be even more inclusive, with many first-time participants showcasing their work."We have a lot of newcomers this time, and it’s going to be a great opportunity for them to interact with their audience in person, especially since many are used to selling online,” he said.Al-Mosallam underlined the Snoonu Hackathon as one of the event’s key attractions, with details to be unveiled on Thursday.The competition is expected to draw a significant number of digital artists, with hopes of delivering outstanding results.Al-Mosallam noted that another major attraction is the Jumbo gaming challenge, featuring a Qatari-developed mobile game by Khalifa al-Kuwari.Players will compete on a large screen to earn top scores and secure a place on the leaderboard.The event will also host several eSports tournaments, which have also become a highlight of Geekend."What’s interesting is that we also have many people coming from neighbouring GCC countries, not just Qatar, to compete here,” al-Mosallam said.Geekend will feature a variety of activities designed to engage all attendees.The Geekend Market, a celebration of creativity and community, will offer a platform for local and regional artists and vendors to display and sell their unique creations.For those looking to relax, the Geekend Lounge provides a comfortable retreat where visitors can unwind, socialise with fellow fans, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of the event.Nearby, the Geekdom Cafe will serve refreshments, offering attendees the perfect spot to recharge between activities.Organisers noted that gaming enthusiasts can look forward to the Board Game Area, which will feature a wide range of classic and modern games, catering to players of all skill levels.One of the weekend’s most exciting competitions will be the Quoridor Tournament, hosted by Majlis Shabab.This two-day event will see 32 participants compete in a single-elimination format, with the final rounds taking place on the main stage on September 14.The tournament promises intense, strategic gameplay as participants vie for the title of Quoridor champion.For those with a sense of adventure, Geekdom’s Side Quests will offer an opportunity to unleash their inner detective.Participants will race against the clock to solve puzzles and uncover hidden treasures in a thrilling escape game.