Decemberfest is here! How we celebrate the holidays at Elastic

December is here and that means holiday celebrations. At Elastic, we call the season’s celebration Decemberfest. It’s a time for all Elasticians to connect, give back, or get decked out in our custom swag.

Decemberfest started in 2020 when the world had to be 100% virtual and has evolved into our flagship holiday celebration running from the end of November to mid-December. 

We’ve always been distributed by design. To uphold that ethos and allow everyone to join the festivities, we have many ways for our Elasticians to celebrate the season. This year, Elasticians have three options to choose from.

1. In-office events: In-person events are organized in 12 cities with Elastic offices around the world — the offices are decorated for the holidays, allowing Elasticians to celebrate and mingle in person. 
2. Cluster-team events: For those who don’t live near an Elastic office but do live near other Elasticians, cluster teams have put together their own celebrations specific to their region and interests. For example, a cluster in Phoenix, AZ, is hosting a team lunch at a local restaurant, while one in the Netherlands is organizing a Dutch gift swap with a small poem “Sinterklaasgedicht.”
3. Swag bags: We’d never leave out those who can’t join us IRL. Those who aren’t in close proximity to an in-person event can choose to receive sustainably sourced Elastic swag from the Decemberfest gift shop or 100 Benevity bucks to donate to the charity of their choosing on Giving Tuesday.
   
   
   

To further our worldwide connection, Elasticians can add a recipe to the Elastic eCookbook, which celebrates our diverse teams through food.

And, in the spirit of giving, the workplace experience team has organized giving opportunities to support various charities in cities around the world. From creating Cards for Kindness to support those at risk of social isolation to partnering with organizations like Toys for Tots, our team embraces the joy of giving.

The holidays are always a special time of year. It’s a time for celebration and reflection. As we bring this year to a close, it’s important to us to celebrate our Elasticians — the people who make Elastic, Elastic. 

Wishing you all a joyful holiday season!

Interested in joining Elastic? Check out our open roles. 

This blog was originally published on December 15, 2023.