Registration
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Each participant must register using this website. Any minors (below the age of 12) must be registered by their legal guardian under him/her on the same website. Please note that participants need to be 18 years and older to join any workshops or presentations as well as the Monday program. Registration starts at April, 1. 2025 and ends at June, 30. 2025. With your registration you get access to the member-center. This is the place where you need to register your moc, find all relevant information as well as the forum and can sign up for activities in connection with the Skærbæk Fan Weekend. Please note that activities and information might be published at a later point in time, so it is recommended to check the member-center from time to time.
Onsite Check-in
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It is mandatory that you check in personally when you arrive at Skærbæk Fan Weekend! Check-in times are Friday between 10am and 8pm and Saturday between 8am and 10am. Please come with your QR code ready (found in the member-center) to the check-in area where you'll receive your nametag (which is your entry ticket for the event and it is recommended to be worn all times at the Skærbækcentret), the event brick, wrist band(s) for your selected Monday activities, your moc card and so on. Please be aware that it is unfortunately not possible to check in outside the above-mentioned times and that you cannot do the check-in for others then yourself (even your family members or best friends) so please make sure you come in person and on time.
Tickets
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The nametag you received at the onsite check-in is your participant entry ticket for the exhibition halls and all other rooms (LUG lounge, workshops, ...) so it is recommended to always wear it while you are at the exhibition. Public visitors can buy a ticket for the exhibition at the entrances to the exhibition halls but can't join any activities and need to leave the halls outside the public opening hours of the exhibition.
Accomodation
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The Skærbækcentret cabins are very popular amongst the participants, and they are often fully booked a year in advance. If you wish to try to secure a cabin for the following year, we recommend reaching out to the reception of Skærbækcentret as early as possible – even at or shortly after the previous event until end of November. If there are more people interested, then available cabins the Skærbækcentret will do a lottery to distribute the cabins in a fair way. If you are not lucky to get a cabin or only need a room or a bed it is worth checking or asking on the forum if there are cancellations or if anyone has space for you in their cabin.
Cabins have cooking facilities and sleeping space for up to 7 people. Three of the spaces are in the loft which is accessed via a steep ladder. This should be taken into consideration when allocating spaces.
If you are unable to secure a cabin, there is a lot of additional accommodation in the areas around Skærbæk. Closest by is Rømø and Arrild Ferieby. You'll find loads of holiday houses there and both are only a short car ride from the venue.
Food
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Regardless if you have a cabin in Skærbæk or not and don't wish to prepare your own food, the Skærbækcentret provides meals for those who purchase in advance. Please order your food tickets in advance directly at the Skærbækcentret You can book tickets for breakfast, lunch and dinner - see the different options on the different days on the fanweekend.dk webside under "where". Kindly be on time for your pre-booked food options as the center is very strict about the hours when they serve food.
All cabins have cooking facilities. There are two local supermarkets, very close to the centre:
- SuperBrugsen: 8:00 - 20:00 every day
- 365discount: 8:00 - 21:00 every day
- The local bakery "GuldBageren" is located Storegade 19 which is also in walking distance – opening hours 6:00 – 17.30 on weekdays and 6:00 to 16:00 on weekends.
Skærbækcentret operates a cafe where you as well can buy food and drinks.
If you want to eat away from the centre, there are several food options available in Skærbæk but also in Ribe.
Money
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Most businesses accept DKK and you can pay with debit/credit card everywhere. Some of the vendors/sellers at the event might not take credit cards and will request payment in cash. They may accept payment in DKK or Euros. Closest by cash machine is located at the Skærbæk Sparekasse (approx. 200m, Storegade 43).
Saturday Night
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There is a large dinner event on Saturday night. It is attended by many participants and is a lot of fun. Definitely worth trying to attend. There will be food served and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available to purchase at the event. Please note that the tickets need to be purchased in advance from the Skærbækcentret and that seats are limited.
If you have any special dietary or access requirements, let the Skærbækcentret know in advance and they will do their best to accommodate.
After the dinner there will be "the auction" which shouldn't be missed under any circumstances – no dinner ticket needed to join.
Auction
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A special auction is after dinner on Saturday. This can be very fast paced, and the items can go for large sums of money. You might get the chance to find some super rare or super funny items. The hosts are doing their best to create an entertaining evening. Of course, you are also welcome if you have not joined dinner.
Workshops and presentations
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These are held on Saturday and Sunday during the day and may include workshops, presentations, information sessions and activities held by participants and sometimes employees of the LEGO Group. The seats for the sessions are limited and often booked very quickly, so don't hesitate to book your seat via the member-center if there is something you want to attend. If you don't get a seat up front, but you really want to attend, it can be worth checking the room shortly before the start of the session as sometimes there is still space available.
LEGO House AFOL Day on Thursday
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The LEGO House in Billund is a fantastic celebration of all things related to the LEGO brand. On Thursday, there will be presentations and activities at the LEGO House and the opportunity to visit the LEGO House itself. The LEGO House Fan Day is a closed event and can only be accessed with a special in advance from the LEGO House website purchased ticket. It will be announced in good time on the Skærbæk Fan Weekend forum when the ticket sale starts. As tickets are limited, they sell out very fast. Once at the LEGO House Fan Day make sure you reserve the whole day to try as many of the activities, visit the basement and look through the Masterpiece gallery. Food is available from the cafe and the restaurant inside the LEGO House or there are several restaurants within walking distance. The LEGO store in LEGO House sometimes has special discounts available during the Thursday event. Make sure you scan your wrist band as you leave the LEGO House experience area so you can obtain your plastic card with your unique combination of red bricks.
LUG Lounge
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Located away from the main exhibition area, the LUG lounge is the perfect place to catch up with friends, trade bits and pieces, participate in funny games or just to hang out with people from other LUGs and relax. There may be snack food available from many different countries for you to try – if you like to treat other AFOLs with a special snack food from your country (sweet or savory – if possible, pieces separately wrapped) feel free to bring something and place it in the LUG Lounge. Please remember to keep the room clean and tidy as we all share the space. Check the member-center for details and schedule.
Monday Activities
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On Monday, there are offered several activities in Billund to choose from – please note that spots are limited. Activities and details may change from year to year and can be seen and booked at the member-center when they are available. All activities are only offered to correctly checked-in participants of the Skærbæk Fan Weekend and need to be booked in advance. When you do your personal check in on Friday or Saturday (see point "onsite check in") you will receive the wristband(s) which gives your access to your chosen activities. Please note that you only can participate the activities with the correct wristband and when you are at the respective meeting point in time. It can also be an option to visit LEGOLAND or LEGO House on Monday as it is often quieter than at the weekend.
Other things to see and do
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Here are some other things you might like to do while in the area - especially if you do not need to set up a display or have brought your family. Remember to check opening times as they may vary on different days and different weeks.
- Visit the seafront on Rømø and even drive with your car on the wide beach
- Take a walk around historic Ribe (Denmark’s oldest city – more than 1300 years of history) and visit the Viking Museum
- Enjoy the Teddy Bear Art Museum located near the LEGO House in Billund
- Have fun on the rides at LEGOLAND and admire the Miniland builds
- Climb the Marsk Tower (not Maersk!) 25m lookout tower designed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG)
- Drive to Hamburg, Germany to visit Miniatur Wunderland
- There is a bowling alley and swimming pool at the Skærbækcentret
(AFOLs are often found in the bowling alley on the Sunday night after pack up.)
Travelling
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The easiest way to travel from Billund to Skærbæk is via car. There are several rental companies at the airport. Make sure you familiarize yourself with European road signs and local speed limits. Speed cameras are often located in the small towns between Billund and Skærbæk and you will be fined, even if you live overseas.
Details for public transportation can be found at the "where" page but be aware that it might be easier to travel half around the planet than from Billund to Skærbæk. Ask on the forum if you require assistance with transportation. There are often other participants who happily assist in some way or the other.
Parking
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Keep in mind that the Skæræbk Fan Weekend is open for public visitors who most likely will go there with their car. Please keep the parking lot in front of the Skærbækcentret clear. You could use the big parking lot on the opposite side of the street (behind the SuperBrugsen) or park at your cabin.
In Billund you can use the third floor of the big new parking garage behind the LEGO Campus (the one with the decoration like the old grey street baseplates). Danish authorities are not shy to charge a fee (which really hurts!) for parking where it's not allowed.
General tips
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Get involved! You get more out of an event if you actively participate. Attend workshops, chat to other AFOLs about their builds or their favorite themes. Attend parties, if you are invited (or even if you are not) – please be always kind to each other. Remember to include other people from your own country in your activities. Help other people who are new and look a little lost. Compliment people on their LEGO themed clothing and purchase treasures from the vendors. If you need any help or have any question ask a member of the Skærbæk Fan Weekend steering team – you will recognize them wearing a black shirt with the Skærbæk Fan Weekend logo on.