🔥 SPARK UNFORGETTABLE CONNECTIONS
Imagine your guests walking into your event. Instead of checking their phone, they tuck it into a sleeping bag. And for a moment, everything slows down.
They enter a space that feels like a forest clearing under a starry sky. Flickering fire sounds from hidden speakers. The earthy scent of pine in the air. A soft glow from LED campfires with people laughing, vibing and connecting. A small group invites them to join, and they pick a card with a meaningful question that invites them to a conversation they’ll never forget.
That’s the magic of Campfire Chats ✨
Create an introvert-friendly space at your next event.
Most event organizers focus so much on getting top speakers that they forget what truly makes an event unforgettable: the connections between attendees.
In today’s noisy, high-pressure world, attendees crave something more than just content. They want connection. And that’s where the Campfire Chats Lounge shines.
This isn’t just a networking lounge. It’s a thoughtfully designed experience.
From the moment attendees step into the space, every detail is crafted to help them unplug, slow down, and connect.
- Symbolic, sensory rituals lower social anxiety – so guests ease into connection without fear
- A clear transition into presence and intention – so people arrive fully, not just physically
- Phone-free, small-talk-free moments – so conversations feel meaningful, not transactional
- A cozy, non-intimidating setup – so even shy or introverted guests feel safe and included
- Conversation starters that go beyond small talk – so every interaction becomes an opportunity for depth
The result?
Attendees stay longer, connect more deeply, and leave feeling recharged.
🔥 HOW IT WORKS (THE EXPERIENCE FLOW)
Let my team and I take the pressure off you and create a warm, welcoming space for your attendees to slow down, connect, and build deeper relationships, without phones or pressure, with zero stress for you.
The Campfire Chats Lounge is more than a networking zone. It’s a full sensory journey designed to invite presence, spark connection, and leave guests feeling recharged, not drained.
1. The Invitation
Even from afar, guests feel the pull. Cozy lights, campfire sounds, and a sprinkle of curiosity draw them in.
- Spark Cards hidden around the conference invite attendees to answer thoughtful prompts, start conversations with strangers and then go on a treasure hunt for the campfire.
- Beautiful signs like “You found the campfire,” “Where strangers become friends,” and “Unplug for deeper connection” set the tone for what’s inside.
- An interactive check-in board lets guests reflect on their current social energy and how deep they’re willing to go today.
2. Cellphone Sleeping Bag Ritual
Crossing into the Lounge is more than just physical — it’s a mindset shift.
- Guests “tuck in” their phones at the Cellphone Sleeping Bag Station, personalizing each envelope with fun stickers. This encourages guests to let go of digital distractions and be present with each other.
- A cozy Shoe Parking Lot (on a grass carpet) signals the transition from networking to genuine connecting.
3. Campfire Circles
This is where the magic happens.
- Guests gather around one to three LED Campfire Circles (depending on space), with ambient fire sounds, forest scents, and starry light, so that guests feel like they’re escaping into nature.
- It’s intentionally designed for small-group connection where conversation starter cards spark real conversations, moving beyond small talk into what really matters.
- And sometimes? The fire draws in spontaneous jam sessions and sing-alongs — guests grabbing a guitar or ukulele and turning conversation into community.
4. Connection Sessions
At key moments, lightly guided Connection Circles help deepen the experience.
- Guests are invited to join short, high-impact connection moments throughout the day. These sessions gently welcome new guests, explain how the lounge works, and guide deeper sharing without pressure. This is ideal for generating mini-waves of energy during extended events.
5. Reflection Station
Before stepping back into the event buzz, guests pause for a final moment of reflection.
- Each person writes a one-word checkout on a wooden disc — something that captures how they feel or what they’re taking with them.
- These words form a collaborative art piece, a quiet echo of the impact created inside the lounge.
🔥 What is the Investment?
The experience scales beautifully to your available space. Choose the setup that fits your venue — from cozy corners to immersive forest clearings.
Small Space
20–35 m²
- 3 LED Campfires arranged in one central circle
- Up to 12 seats for deep conversation and connection prompts
- Nature Decorations (Ambient lighting, artificial plants, star projector, etc)
- Guests can borrow cellphone sleeping bags (but no space for a full station)
💡 Ideal for side lounges, hallways, or relaxed alcoves
Medium Space
35-70 m²
- 3 LED Campfires arranged in one or three small circles
- 16-20 seats for deep conversation and connection prompts
- Nature Decorations (Ambient lighting, artificial plants, star projector, etc)
- Reflection Station to create a collaborative art piece after check out
- Space for a small Cellphone Sleeping Bag Station with stickers
💡 Perfect for sponsor lounges or breakout spaces
Large Space
70-150 m²
- 3 LED Campfires arranged in three circles
- 24+ seats for deep conversation and connection prompts
- Nature Decorations (Ambient lighting, artificial plants, star projector, etc)
- Reflection Station to create a collaborative art piece after check out
- Space for a full Cellphone Sleeping Bag Station with stickers
💡 Best for a central networking zone
Flexible Packages
We’ll tailor the offer to your space, duration, and audience and then hand-deliver the whole Campfire Chats Lounge to your venue in Europe. Our base is located in Heilbronn, Germany, and for any trip exceeding 50 km, we will charge separately for travel expenses.
Package ranges:
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
Want to take the Campfire Lounge to the next level? These add-ons turn a cozy corner into an unforgettable experience.
- Spark Cards: These beautifully designed cards are hidden around the event space. Each one offers a thought-provoking question on the front and a QR code on the back that leads guests straight to the Campfire Lounge.
- Branded materials: Customize the experience with your event logo (conversation starter cards, sleeping bags, signage) so that your brand identity is woven into every detail participants engage with.
- Translate the materials into other languages: Ensure your diverse audience feels fully included with conversation prompts and signage in the language they’re most comfortable with.
- Facilitated Connection Sessions: A trained facilitator can lead short, high-impact connection moments every other hour. These sessions gently welcome new guests, explain how the lounge works, and guide deeper sharing without pressure. This is ideal for generating mini-waves of energy during extended events.
Curious if the Campfire Chats Lounge is the right fit for your event?
Let’s have a quick conversation to explore what’s possible. We’ll co-design a setup that fits your space, matches your vibe, and creates real moments of connection your attendees will never forget.
👇 Reach out, and let’s spark something special.
🔥 ABOUT THE CREATOR
Jan Keck is a recovering shy guy, a people-loving introvert, and a deep connector.
He’s the creator of the ASK DEEP QUESTIONS “Connection Cards,” originally sparked on a camping trip with friends, and now used to facilitate over 70,000 meaningful conversations on every continent.
Jan’s mission is to help people feel less alone by teaching empathetic leaders how to design group experiences that spark engagement, build trust, and foster deep connections – so nobody feels left out.
Whether it’s through cards, workshops, or immersive experiences like this one, Jan creates brave spaces where strangers become friends. And now, he’s bringing that spark to your event with a new kind of networking experience—one rooted in presence, intention, and belonging.
Learn More About the Connection Cards
READY TO START A FIRE?
🔥 MORE QUESTIONS?
What Requirements do you have for the Event Space?
To deliver the full Campfire Chats Lounge experience, we recommend the following setup:
Quiet, separate area
The space should be away from the main event hall. Ideally, a meeting room or corner where attendees can slow down, unplug, and connect without distractions.
Sufficient space
- For a single campfire circle (fits up to 12 people): minimum 24–36 m²
- For the full 3-circle setup (fits up to 24 people): at least 50–60 m²
- For events that include facilitated connection activities, ideally even larger (more than 100m²), to allow participants to comfortably move around and participate in interactive exercises.
Minimal furnishings
The room should include only 3 small tables and a few chairs; the rest should be open and unobstructed to preserve the flexible, welcoming flow of the space.
Lighting
White or neutral walls work well. The room should be dimmable or have window blinds that can be closed to enhance the campfire glow and starry sky effect.
Power supply
At least 3 standard outlets are required for the LED campfires, ambient sounds, star projector, and other elements.
Is there a minimum time commitment to get the Campfire Conversations Lounge set up?
We recommend that your event runs for at least half a day (4+ hours) to give attendees enough time to discover the lounge, settle in, and form meaningful connections. This ensures the space becomes a natural part of the event flow, rather than just a quick photo opp.
Setup & Teardown Time:
- Setup takes approximately 4 hours
- Teardown takes around 2 hours
Please plan access to the venue accordingly so that we can create the full immersive experience without rushing.
Do you offer facilitated Networking Sessions or Workshops?
We love facilitating conversations and connections as early as possible at a conference because that is when most people feel awkward and don’t know how to start connecting with each other.
Hire us to facilitate interactive sessions that get everyone’s energy up and connect with the people around them. This could be from as little as 15 minutes at the beginning of your event, as a break-out session in between heavier content or right before a break where attendees can continue to connect.
