2022 Hackaday Superconference

Hackaday Superconference

November 4th, 5th, and 6th in Pasadena CA

The Hackaday Superconference is the greatest gathering of hardware hackers, builders, engineers, and enthusiasts in the world.

Expect something different. Hundreds of engineers and engineering enthusiasts gather for organized talks and workshops along with the extemporaneous challenges, conversations, and discoveries that make Supercon the ultimate hardware conference.

The Supplyframe DesignLab is once again opening its doors for Supercon. This, combined with the excellent performance hall in the adjoining LA College of Music and the private outdoor venue that connects the two, and you have the perfect scene for a hacker village to take shape.

Supercon 2022 is 3 full days! Plan to arrive Thursday evening and take part in an impromptu meetup at a nearby bar. The conference officially begins on Friday at 10 am with workshops and badge hacking. Enjoy drinks and appetizers at our kick-off celebration at Supplyframe headquarters Friday evening. Talks start Saturday morning with doors opening at 9 am. The day will conclude with the Hackaday Prize ceremony, where the grand prize winner will be revealed, follow by a party late into the night. Talks and workshops continue Sunday, with the badge hacking ceremony closing the conference around 6 pm. Make sure to hang around for the unofficial afterparty.

Why Supercon?

• The People: From the greenest of beginners to those who have made history with their designs, this is an unparalleled mix of people who live and breathe hardware

  Talks and Workshops: In-depth looks at hardware from today and yesterday, presented by members of our community. 

• An active schedule: Our crowd tires of sitting and watching--and all the talks are recorded anyway! Get hands-on with some hardware, take a workshop, get lost in a soldering challenge, try your firmware hacking skills, and more.

• Badges! Speaking of hacking and programming, every ticket holder gets a custom electronics badge to hack on during the weekend and beyond.

• Awarding The Hackaday Prize: Saturday night we will name the 2022 Hackaday Prize winners and celebrate late into the night afterward.

• Amenities: Food (breakfast/lunch/snacks) and beverages are included in the price of the ticket.

• The conference ticket also includes admission to our kick-off party at Supplyframe HQ. (Friday, November 4th from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm) Celebrate with drinks and appetizers along with the Supplyframe and Hackaday teams, conference presenters, and more. Check in for Supercon early and get first dibs on your badge!

• Take A Break: November weather in LA will still be beautiful as the rest of the country cools off.

Travel and Lodging

• Local: Using the Metro Goldline trains is quick and easy. It takes about 20 minutes from Union Station in downtown LA to Del Mar Station, which is less than a 2-minute walk from our front door. Bus services are also available in Old Town Pasadena. The nearest intersection is FAIR OAKS/DEL MAR BLVD, PASADENA, CA 91105. You can find timetables or use the Metro Trip Planner at metro.net.

• Flights: Burbank Airport (BUR) is the closest to Pasadena (check Southwest Airlines for flights). LAX is the next option with flights inbound from around the globe.  Other nearby options include Long Beach (LGB; 32 mi), Ontario (ONT; 38.8 mi), and John Wayne (SNA; 49.3 mi). 

• Lodging: Airbnb and HomeAway are very popular options in the Pasadena area.  Nearby hotels include the Green Tree Inn, Sheraton, Courtyard, Residence Inn, and Hilton. 

Local Childcare

• Meredith & Co: 626.808.4099

• Kids Klub Pasadena: 626.795.2501

• Mollycoddlers Nanny Service: 949.275.5437

• SanCare: 626-577-8879

International Travel

If you are traveling internationally and require an invitation letter, please fill out this letter and email it to superconference@hackaday.io for a signature. 

Call for Volunteers

Do you have experience working events? Contribute your expertise, meet awesome people, and get so see some amazing talks in between your shifts! Apply to volunteer here.

Code of Conduct

Please take a moment to read the Hackaday Superconference Code of Conduct.