Join us for an exciting session featuring a live demo of the latest Tableau features, followed by final presentations from our Top 5 competition finalists.

Who Is This Event For?

This event is open to everyone in the Tableau community, with different ways to participate and benefit:

• Students – Compete, build portfolio-ready work, sharpen data storytelling skills, attend the live event, and network with professionals

• Employers & Hiring Managers – Discover talented, motivated students and connect with emerging data professionals

• Industry Professionals – Learn from creative Tableau use cases, support the community, and network with peers

• Educators & Mentors – Encourage student participation and see how learners are applying Tableau creatively

• Tableau Community Members – Attend the final presentations, get inspired, and engage with the #DataFam

Who Can Participate

• ONLY OPEN TO CURRENTLY ENROLLED STUDENTS

• Individual entries only

Theme: Food & Drinks!

Dataset Flexibility
Participants are free to:

• Find and use any publicly available dataset related to the Food & Drinks theme

• Create their own dataset if needed

• Combine multiple datasets, as long as the final viz aligns with the theme

If you have questions about datasets, scope, or eligibility, feel free to reach out to us on our social media channels. We’re happy to help!

What You’ll Build

• A Tableau dashboard published on Tableau Public

• Strong focus on storytelling, insights, and design

• Creative approaches are highly encouraged! Go bold, Go wild!

Judging Criteria

Submissions will be evaluated based on:

• Data storytelling and clarity

• Visual design and Tableau best practices

• Insightfulness and analytical depth

• Creativity and originality

Prizes 🎉

• The top 5 finalists will present in person on the event day

• Exciting prizes including:

  • Tableau swag

  • Cash prizes for the top 3 winners

Key Dates

• Competition Announcement: Feb 2

• Final Submission Deadline: Mar 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET
  (⚠️ No changes allowed after this time on Tableau Public - The submission will be disqualified if changes are observed)

• Final Presentations: Apr 16 (In-person)

Submission Guidelines

• Publish your viz on Tableau Public

• Use the hashtags: #PhillyTUG and #LibertyViz2026

• No updates or edits after Mar 22, 2026 – 11:59 PM ET

• Submit your Tableau Public link via Google Form: Competition Submission Link

Finalists will be invited to present their work live and compete for prizes, recognition, and bragging rights within the Tableau and #DataFam community.

📢 Make sure to follow our LinkedIn page for updates, reminders, and announcements!

Agenda

5:30 - 6:00 PM - Welcome, Networking, Food & Drinks

6:00 - 6:30 PM - Speaker Session (Bri Harlow) - Latest Tableau features live demo!

6:30 - 7:30 PM - Top 5 Student presenters (10 min each)

7:30 PM - Closing & Networking