After a year of quiet, the needle drops again.
We’re back. We’re fresh. We’re ready to swing—with a brand-new crew and yes, we’re booting up as we speak.
From April 17 through 19, we’re turning Ghent into a co-op playground: a lindy hop & jazz arcade where the floor feels like a level map, breaks unlock bonus rounds, and call-and-response becomes a two-player combo. Expect pixel-perfect footwork, flashes of 8-bit sparkle, and sly little Easter eggs tucked between the socials. Keep an eye out for hidden power-ups—they tend to appear when the groove hits just right.
Our magic dances in three iconic colours:
YELLOW,
first light of spring rendered in 8-bit: warm, radiant, throwing pixels
over every jam, social, and shared laugh.
BLUE,
the breezy cool-down screen between sets: space to breathe, save your progress, trade stories, and spot a clue or two.
And RED,
the boss-level nights: hot rhythms, glowing edges, energy that crackles till the final frame—and maybe an extra life if you earn it.
We’re in start-up mode: the program is loading, the details are clicking, and the high-score table has room for your name.
Ghent is waiting. So are we. See you on the dance floor — April 17 & 19.
404 !
This year, we’re excited to bring the Gentse Hoppers Exchange to a single, vibrant home base: VIERNULVIER (aka “404”, formerly Vooruit)! Set in the heart of Ghent’s arts scene, VIERNULVIER is a cultural center that celebrates diversity through music, art, and community. Its historic character and creative energy make the perfect backdrop for events that bridge cultures and bring people together.
If you’ve joined us in previous years, you may already know this iconic venue—either way, we’re leveling up: from now on, we’re staying here. The entire weekend unfolds under one roof at VIERNULVIER, so you can float from class to social to late-night without ever breaking the spell.