downtown Raleigh event

May 14 - Summer Speed Puzzling Competition

May 14 - Summer Speed Puzzling Competition

Get ready for a puzzle-packed evening of fun and friendly competition with a Summertime twist!

Each Team of 2 registers for $80 
Limited to 20 Teams
May 14, 6-8:30 pm
517 W. Cabarrus St., Raleigh

Parking in front or free street parking

Here's the lowdown on what's happening:

6:00 PM: Doors Swing Open Get comfy, mingle, and take a whirlwind tour of the puzzle paradise that awaits!

6:30 PM: Let's Get Acquainted with Our Mission. We'll kick things off by sharing our mission.

6:35 PM: Present Medals for Best Summer Attire and Most Creative Team Name.
 Get everyone in the puzzling spirit!

6:45-7:45 PM: Puzzle Palooza! Time to put those puzzle-solving skills to the test! Expect about 45-60 mins of speed puzzling excitement as each team tackles their 300-piece masterpiece.

7:45-8:30 PM: The Grand Finale For those still piecing things together, no worries! Take your time while others wrap up their puzzle and shop gift list.

What to Expect:

  • Team Challenge: Each team (up to 20 teams!) will have their own 300-piece puzzle to conquer. We're doubling the fun by setting up teams at extended tables, sporting your creative team name!
  • Swag Alert: Every attendee gets a favor bag packed with goodies.
  • Grand Prize Galore: The first team to complete the puzzle get custom gold 1st place medals and a big surprise! 

Smaller Prizes Up for Grabs:

Prizes to be announced at a later date.

  • Best Decked Duo: Don your best summer themed attire for a chance to win.
  • Ultimate Team Name: Impress us with your fun team name!
  • Early Birds Get a Prize too! Be the first to find all four corners of your puzzle.
  • Edge Masters: Complete the outer frame first to claim a prize.
  • Puzzle Pros: Race to finish one section of the puzzle first (to be explained the night of the party) and win.

It's a puzzle party like no other, so bring your A-game and a spirit of friendly competition! See you there!

Your host is Kristen Sydow, Cofounder and Director of Programs


**Tickets are nonrefundable, but transferable. Ask us how you can help us make our studio wheelchair accessible. 

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