Question 1

What is a speed puzzling event?

Accepted Answer

It’s a fun and friendly competition where teams race to complete a 500 piece jigsaw puzzle in the shortest time. Prizes are awarded to the fastest teams, and teams gets to keep their puzzle.

Question 2

How many people can be on a team?

Accepted Answer

Teams are allowed up to four people. A ten minute penalty will be assessed for a fifth person.

Question 3

Can I sign up if I don't have a team?

Accepted Answer

Puzzle Pairing: Join the Fun, No Team Needed! Don’t let being solo stop you from joining the fun. Solo puzzlers can sign up and we’ll pair you with another participant when you arrive at the event. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet someone new, work together, and share the fun of solving puzzles.

Question 4

What time should we arrive?

Accepted Answer

Anytime before the start. The competition will start 10-15 minutes after the start time.

Question 5

How many tickets do I need to buy?

Accepted Answer

One ticket PER team, not per person.

Question 6

Do we get to keep to keep the Puzzle after the event?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. It's all yours.

Question 7

What kind of puzzles are they?

Accepted Answer

500 pieces from various manufacturers.

Speed Puzzling at Great Notion Brewing (Ballard)in Seattle, WA