Hackathon Hong Kong and Macau

Work with talented teammates to develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Open to high school students, university students, recent graduates and early career professionals.

2026 Hackathon events

1. Pick your Hackathon

Choose the Hackathon that's right for your stage of education and experience: either the competition for high school students in grades 10–12 or the one for university students and early career professionals.

2. Register your interest

To take part, you'll need to register your interest by 24 September 2026. Registration gives you access to this year's challenge brief and is the first step towards submitting your team's entry to the competition.

3. Choose your challenge

Explore this year's challenge themes and decide which problem most inspires you. Register by the deadline to receive the full challenge brief, the judging criteria, and more.

4. Form your team

Build a team with a mix of skills and strengths, from creative thinkers and problem-solvers to communicators and leaders.

5. Develop your solution

Work together to research, test and refine your ideas for the challenge. Combine your skills and creativity to develop an innovative solution with real-world impact.

6. Submit your team entry

Submit a 150-word proposal and 3–5 minute video pitch. Show the judges why your team deserves a place in the Grand Final in Hong Kong in November 2026.

High school students

Designed for students in grades 10–12 from all academic backgrounds.

University students and early career professionals

Designed for current university students, recent graduates and early-career professionals with up to three years of work experience.

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