What's Hoobit Hacks 2026?

A global student hackathon for builders who ship.

Four weeks. One challenge. A theme revealed on opening day. Your mission is to make an AI-powered prototype people can actually use, not just a deck about what you might build someday.

Who can join?

Students ages 13 to 24 from around the world. High school, university, bootcamp, or younger all fit here.

What are we building?

An AI-powered tool or platform around a locked theme that gets revealed on opening day.

How long do we get?

Four weeks online, with submissions due on July 1, 2026 at 8:00pm GMT+2.

Prototype or pitch deck?

Prototype. If full access is tough, a short demo video still needs to show something real working.

Is it beginner friendly?

Yes. It is designed for students learning in public, trying new tools, and building with support.

Can I use AI?

Absolutely for prototyping, coding, and design. Just disclose it and do not let it replace your own ideas or voice.