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Mates Puzzlin' Marathon

2026

The 30-Hour Puzzle Marathon 

Get ready for the ultimate puzzling experience — 30 hours of jigsaw fun, relay-style! Form a team of four, with one or two teammates puzzling at a time while the others rest, explore, or enjoy everything Seaworld Resort has to offer. It’s the perfect balance of teamwork, strategy, and relaxation. 

 

Teams can include children, too — just reach out to the event organisers before registering to discuss the best setup for your family or group. 

 

Once you’ve purchased your Marathon ticket, you’ll receive an exclusive email with an exclusive link giving you access to the special Marathoners’ accommodation rate at Seaworld Resort. 

 

And here’s the icing on the cake — all Marathon participants receive free entry to Seaworld for the entire duration of their stay!  

 

🎉Bringing family or friends along? If they’re staying at Seaworld too, they can enjoy the park for your entire visit at a discounted companion rate. 

 
 

🧩 The Puzzles 

You’ll be puzzling with premium 500-piece jigsaws from top-quality brands — three at a time, graded easy, medium, and hard. This exciting rotation keeps things fresh, challenging, and rewarding across the full 30 hours. 

 

Each team member contributes a minimum of six hours during the marathon, so everyone gets a turn while also having time to rest or explore. 

 

No team? No problem! We’ll help you find your perfect match — many of our favourite teams met at their very first Jamboree and are still puzzling together today. The Jamboree community is friendly, inclusive, and welcoming to all. 

 
 

🏨 Accommodation 

All Marathon participants have access to exclusive discounted accommodation at Seaworld Resort, available through your special Marathoners’ booking link (sent to you after ticket purchase). 

 

Each room features two comfortable double beds, ideal for sharing with teammates or family. Every room has been newly refurbished, offering modern comfort just a one- to two-minute walk from the onsite conference centre — safe, secure, and perfect for those late-night or early-morning shift changes during the marathon. 

 

Even better, Seaworld has extended this fantastic accommodation deal to three days before and after the event, so you can make a mini-holiday of it — relax, recover, and soak up more of the Seaworld magic. 

 
 

📅 Weekend Schedule 

Friday 

🕢 7:30am–9:00am – Registration 

🐠 10:00am–4:00pm – Explore Seaworld! 

🍽️ 6:00pm–7:30pm – Briefing & Dinner (small additional cost) 

Saturday 

🕢 7:30am–9:00am – Secret Squirrel Activity 

🧩 9:30am – Assemble at the Marathon Zone 

🏁 10:00am – Marathon Starts 

Sunday 

🏁 4:00pm – Marathon Finishes 

🎉 6:00pm – Presentation, Prizes & Giveaways 

 
 

🎟️ Your Marathon Ticket Includes

✅ 30 hours of non-stop puzzling in the Marathon Zone 

✅ Jamboree Pass 

✅ Saturday morning “Secret Squirrel” activity 

✅ Free solo race ticket (non-transferable) 

✅ Free entry to Seaworld for your entire stay (must be staying at Seaworld Resort) 

✅ Exclusive, limited-edition marathon puzzle (only for participants!) 

✅ Access to the legendary ASJPE Snack Box — packed with treats like lollies, chips, Oreos, Tiny Teddies, fruit, and more 

✅ Tea & coffee for those 2am energy boosts 

✅ Lucky door prizes & random giveaways 

✅ “Party Hours” where your full team can puzzle together 

✅ Social puzzle tables when you’re off-duty 

✅ Access to pop-up shops with puzzles, merch, and more 

 
 

✨ Be Part of the Puzzle Magic 

The Jigsaw Jamboree isn’t just an event — it’s an experience! It’s a weekend full of fun, laughter, shared challenges, and lifelong memories. Whether you come with friends or meet new ones here, you’ll leave feeling like part of one big, happy puzzle family. 

 

Spaces fill fast — so don’t miss out on this unforgettable weekend of puzzling and play at Seaworld Resort! 

 

If you’re an ASJPE member, log in to the Members Area at asjpe.com to access your exclusive discount code for marathon tickets. 

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