The hackathon will take place from Friday, April 24, 2026 to Sunday, April 26, 2026. You'll work in teams to brainstorm ideas and build projects that align with this year's theme: The Future. You will have access to mentors, workshops, and networking opportunities to help bring your ideas to life.

UWB Hacks 2026 is open to all high school and university students of all skill levels and experience aged 18 and over. We have provided options for "Code" and "No Code" projects and will also provide mentorship and learning opportunities.

No! Participation is completely free.

Yes, meals will be provided on all three days. More details on food to come soon!

Yes. If you don't have a team, we will provide opportunities to form teams before the hackathon begins. Each team must have 3 to 4 members—no exceptions. Teams that don't meet this requirement will be disqualified.

1. Create a Devpost account and register individually – This not only allows you to participate in UWB Hacks 2026, but also makes it easier to join future hackathons. Plus, it helps us plan ahead to ensure we have enough food, seating, and resources for everyone.
2. Wait until hacking officially begins on April 24th, 2026 – Following the Opening Ceremony, you'll be able to start working on your project.
3. Begin your project submission on Devpost – Once submissions open, you can list your teammates and save your project as a draft while you continue building.

In addition to the hackathon, participants will have the opportunity to attend interactive workshops, networking sessions, and other engaging activities. These will include insightful talks from industry professionals and hands-on learning experiences designed to align with this year's The Future theme.