Link community demo applications and clarify the October 2 deadline

README.md

@@ -32,11 +32,11 @@ The Luma invite has the latest event details and announcements.
 
 ## Build the party with us
 
-This organization is the community home for Open Together. Three Spaces are coming soon:
+This organization is the community home for Open Together. Help build the night with us:
 
-- **Community demo submissions** — Show what you're building with a Hugging Face Space. **36 demo spots**, bring your own laptop. **Apply by October 2.**
-- **Open a PR to the playlist** — Help choose the soundtrack for the night.
-- **Upload your photos** — Share your favorite moments from the party.
+- **[Apply for a community demo →](https://huggingface.co/spaces/OpenTogether/community-demos)** — Show what you're building with a public Hugging Face Space. Up to **36 demos** will be selected. Bring your laptop and demo from **6–9 PM**; accepted demos receive **5 community tickets**. **Apply by October 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific.**
+- **Open a PR to the playlist** *(coming soon)* — Help choose the soundtrack for the night.
+- **Upload your photos** *(coming soon)* — Share your favorite moments from the party.
 
 Follow this organization for the Spaces as they launch, and [register on Luma](https://luma.com/OpenTogether) to join us in person.