3–4 October 2026 · Monsters & Mystery
EggCamp / EggJam26
Our overnight Egg Academy expedition at Spencer Park. The whole weekend is built around monsters and mystery: a shared monster game jam, a D&D-style mystery hunt outdoors, beach time, cooking challenges, and legendary Egg moments.
From the moment you arrive, the story begins. Two days of adventure, creativity, and shared mission -- led by the crew below.
- Creative hackathon
- Monster game jam
- Mystery hunt
- Beach party
- Cooking off
- Camp lore
- When
- to -- two days, overnight. Grab a camp ticket or see upcoming events for full details.
- Who
- Signed-up Egg members who have completed the Starter Course. Limited spaces available.
- Where
- Spencer Park, ~20 minutes from Christchurch central. Meet at the Youth Hub first (see below).
The weekend
There is a main base at camp with activities running throughout the weekend -- including a Creative Hackathon, where we have a fixed amount of time to jam out a project together.
Creators will be camping in tents. We are there to help with setup, and we have an amazing crew of volunteers and creators coming in from all over NZ.
We also have 1 cabin still available -- please contact Kane directly if you are interested: kane@eggacademy.co.nz.
More announcements coming soon -- we cannot wait to share the Adventure Quest / Trading System & geo-location map setup we are developing for it.
EggCamp in action
Creators together at Youth Hub and Spencer Park -- jamming, camping, sketching monsters, and making memories.
Event team
Everyone helping make EggCamp happen -- swipe or use the arrows to meet the crew.
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Juniper
Event Director & Content
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Kane
Event Structure & Software
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Liam
Game Jam Project Host
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Tayla
Pastoral Care
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Abbey
Event Goodiebag, Merch Designs & Food Support
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Paul
Mystery Hunt Experience Designers & Hosts
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Avril
Mystery Hunt Experience Designers & Hosts
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Jimmy
Event Lighting
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Allysia
Event Support
Additional volunteers go through our usual police vetting. The team keeps camp safe while giving creators space to connect.
Your EggCamp goodie bag
Every creator checks in with gear made for them -- not generic camp swag, but pieces that carry your egg and your username.
- Event goodie bag
- Lanyard with your egg on it
- Water bottle with your username
- Egg character sticker sheet
Clips
Theme intro and a quick campsite walkthrough.
Theme announcement
Spencer Park tour
Before you come
Youth Hub meet & pick up
Everyone meets at the Youth Hub, 109 Salisbury Street, Christchurch. We travel to and from Spencer Park by car / Uber. Pick up is from the Youth Hub as well.
Tenting
Young creators tent up -- bring your own tent (may be shared if arranged beforehand). Tent groupings are coordinated ahead of time so everyone feels comfortable.
Facilitators and support crew stay in cabins. All creator tents stay in the same camp area.
Food
We provide food throughout camp. Share any dietary requirements or allergies when you sign up so we can plan accordingly.
Devices & power
Devices are welcome but optional. EggCamp is built around shared experiences, creativity, and being present. Power is limited; bring a charger or power bank if needed.
Devices can be stored in a locked cabin while we are out on adventures. The monster jam track still benefits from a charged phone or laptop if creators want to contribute digitally.
What to bring
Open each list for the full checklist.
Essentials
- Tent (may be shared if arranged beforehand)
- Sleeping bag, mat or air mattress, pillow
- Torch or headlamp
- Refillable water bottle
- Day pack or small backpack
- Closed-toe shoes (suitable for outdoors at Spencer Park)
- Beachwear, towel (beach + showers)
- Light warm layer, rain jacket or windbreaker
- Change of clothes, underwear, socks, sleepwear
- Plastic or dry bag for wet / dirty clothes
- Toiletries and any personal medication
- Reusable plate, mug or cup, and cutlery
Creative, fun & extras
- Toys, games, or portable instruments (cards, balls, frisbee, ukulele, guitar)
- Notebook or sketchbook and art supplies
- Costume wear, themed outfits, or props
- Sunglasses, sun hat or cap
- Sunscreen and insect repellent (we will have some to share)
- Phone or laptop + charger / power bank (optional)
Please do not bring
- Alcohol or vaping devices
- Energy drinks
- Weapons or unsafe items
- Anything you would be upset to lose
Spencer Park
Coastal reserve about 20 minutes north-east of the city centre -- forest, beach, massive spaces, and a perfect home base for the monster jam and mystery hunt.
Spencer ParkHeyders Road, Spencerville
Christchurch 8083
Main access off Lower Styx Road and Heyders Road -- well signposted from the city.
EggJam26 · limited spaces
Get your EggCamp ticket
You are booking the full Monsters & Mystery weekend -- two days with the Egg crew, the shared monster game jam, the mystery hunt, meals, and every hosted experience we have planned.
Early bird · 2-day EggCamp ticket
$280
– · jam, mystery hunt, meals & overnight stay included
$350 full price after early bird
Early bird ends
- 2 days with Egg hosts & crew
- Monster jam + mystery hunt
- Personalised goodie bag & lanyard
- Meals provided
- Overnight stay included
- Youth Hub meet & transport
By purchasing, you agree images or videos taken at camp may be used by Egg Academy for promotional purposes. See our Terms & Conditions.
