Join the best builders
Access globally renowned venues
Compete for £100k+ worth of bounties
7th-9th of February, 2025
Hosted at the world leading Oxford Mathematics Institute
Free of charge to hackers
For sponsorship requests or general inquiries, please reach out to ethoxford@home-dao.com
For any inquiries, please reach out to ethoxford |at| home-dao.com
Main Venue
Mathematical Institute at the University of Oxford.
University of Oxford, Radcliffe Observatory, Andrew Wiles Building, Woodstock Rd, Oxford OX2 6GG, United Kingdom. Google maps
The main venue has a number of spaces for our use during the hackathon:
South and North Mezzanine: open space for builders (24/7 access).
L1 lecture hall: opening ceremony and keynote speeches.
C1: staff and sponsors room (24/7 access).
C2-C5: workshops and at night, sleeping rooms (24/7 access).
C6: workshops and women's napping room (24/7 access).
Gala Dinner
Exeter College Dining Hall
College of J.R.R. Tolkien, creator of Lord of the Rings
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About
Build the future, surrounded by history.
Own the Maths Institute for a Weekend
400+ person lecture theatre
Mezzanine for co-working
10 different workshop rooms
100 hackers stay overnight for free
Learn, Build and Win
Main Tracks
To be announced...!
Sponsor Tracks
To be announced...!
Submissions considered for all applicable bounties.
Celebrate Victory in Style...
2024 Gala Dinner Venue: Exeter College
2025 Gala Dinner Venue: to be announced...!
Gala Dinner
Every ETH Oxford ends at a landmark venue, where Hackers dine alongside Main Track Judges, Sponsor Representatives and Investors.
ETH OXford 2024
Our highlights...
Sponsors included...
| Start | Length | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17:30 | - | Check-in for wristband & goodie bags | Main venue, outside L1 |
| 18:00 | 45 min | Opening and Keynote Speeches | Main venue, L1 |
| 18:45 | - | Dinner (sandwiches) | Main venue |
| 19:00 | 1h | Beginners Blockchain Intro | Main venue, L1 |
| 19:00 | 3h | Team Formation & Networking | Main venue |
| 19:00 | 3h | Sponsor Workshops | Main venue, L1, L4, L5 |
| 22:00 | - | Hackathon Official Start | Taikai hackathon platform |
Workshops
7:00 pm: Blockchain Development Workshop for
beginners, StarkNET L4, Avalanche L5, Solana C1-C28:30 pm: Blockchain Development for beginners L1, Tezos L4, Filecoin L59:00 pm: Flare L19:30 pm: Near L4, Aleph Zero L5
Saturday
| Start | Length | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | - | Midnight Spike Ball Tournament | Main venue, Back entrance |
| 09:00 | 1h | Coffee and light breakfast | Main venue, Mezzanine |
| 11:00 | 1.5h | Help desk, mentors contact & help request form | Main venue, L4 |
| 12:00 | 2h | Lunch (Mac & cheese) | Main venue, Back entrance |
| 12:30 | 1h | Lunch talks | Main venue, L4 |
| 14:00 | 1.5h | Help desk, mentors contact & help request form | Main Venue, Snacks area |
| 14:00 | 1h | Yoga | Main venue, L4 |
| 16:30 | 1h | Jacuzzi Cold Plunge and Chill | HomeDAO HQ |
| 17:00 | 1.5h | Help desk, mentors contact & help request form | Main Venue, Snacks area |
| 18:00 | 2h | Dinner (Paella) | Main venue |
| 20:00 | 1.5h | Help desk, mentors contact & help request form | Main Venue, Snacks area |
| 21:00 | 2h | Super Smash Bros Tournament | HomeDAO HQ |
| 22:00 | 3h | Poker Tournament | Main venue |
Sunday
| Start | Length | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 1h | Midnight Spike ball tournament | Main venue, Back entrance |
| 09:00 | 1h | Coffee and light breakfast | Main venue, Mezzanine |
| 11:00 | 1.5h | Help desk, mentors contact & help request form | Main venue, Snacks area |
| 12:00 | 2h | Lunch (Fideuá) | Main venue |
| 14:00 | 1.5h | Help desk, mentors contact & help request form | Main Venue, Snacks area |
| 17:00 | - | Main Track Submissions | Taikai platform |
| 17:00 | - | Sponsor Bounty Submissions | Mintycode platform |
| 17:30 | ~1.5h | Presentation to Main Track Judges and Sponsors | Main venue |
| 19:00 | 4h | Brazilian BBQ, event info & registration | 36 Morrell Avenue |
| 20:30 | 1h | 5-a-side Football Tournament | Union Street Astroturf |
Monday
| Start | Length | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 | 1.5h | Oxford Tour. Second tour at 1 pm if this is oversubscribed. Just show up and ask for Vara for ETH Oxford Oxford Tour. | Carfax tower |
| 14:00 | 3h | HomeDAO Applicants Meet-Up, apply here | Oxford Wine Cellar |
| 17:30 | 1.5h | Networking with drinks & Closing Ceremony | Exeter College, Fellows Garden |
| 19:00 | 2.5h | 3-Course Gala Dinner incl. wine. Tickets | Exeter College, Dining hall |
Photo Gallery from ETH Oxford 2024
You can find a small selection of the photos below. The rest of the gallery can be found hereDownload pin has been shared with hackathon attendees. Please contact ethoxford@home-dao.com if you want a picture of yourself removed.
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FAQ
Who can attend ETH Oxford 2025?
We accept blockchain engineers, traditional developers and people who are completely new to hackathons. We provide relevant technical workshops and mentors to help newcomers.
How much does it cost?
It is 100% free for approved hackers. The £30 deposit is refunded on in-person registration or cancellation by January 7th 2025.
Do you provide catering?
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided to hackers. There will also be snacks and drinks available 24/7.
Do you help with attendees' travel?
We provide a VISA letters.For talented hackers we can offer an Income Sharing Agreements which allow them to attend at potentially no cost. Contact ethoxford@home-dao.com to learn more.
Q. Should I arrange for a place to stay?
If you can afford to, then yes.We have 100 airbeds available at the main venue for free, which we allocate based on need and Hacker's track record. There will be one room for only non-male-identifying individuals only.
Is free Wi-Fi provided?
Yes.
Can I register as a team?
No, you register individually and form teams on arrival.
Are there hotels nearby?
Yes, ETH Oxford is located in Central Oxford so there are plenty of hotels and Airbnbs to choose from.
Q. What’s the best transport to Oxford?
From Heathrow Airport to Oxford is 1h20m by bus. From Gatwick Airport to Oxford is 2h20m by bus.Luton (2.5h by bus) and Stansted (3h+) lack good direct connections to Oxford, but may be the most affordable if you are willing to spend the time on buses/trains!
Can I bring a guest to the event?
No. Access is restricted to ticket holders only.
I bought a ticket but can't attend. What should I do?
Contact ethoxford@home-dao.com and we will return your deposit provided that you inform us before January 7th 2025.We can extend this deadline for exceptional circumstances.
I am interested in exhibiting or becoming a sponsor, what do I do?
Contact ethoxford@home-dao.com.
Still have questions?
Head over to our Discord or contact ethxford@home-dao.com.