Hackathons for Beginners 2026

Beginner hackathons are the perfect launchpad for aspiring developers, students, and tech enthusiasts who are new to programming. These events offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can learn by doing, collaborate with others, and build your very first project. Whether you're exploring web development, Python, data science, or design, beginner hackathons help you gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and real-world confidence. No prior coding skills required—just curiosity and the drive to learn.
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IN-PERSON BisonHacks 2026

Feb. 21, 2026 - Feb. 22, 2026

Upcoming

The Howard University Center for Digital Business is proud to present the 11th Annual #BISONHACKS Hackathon beginning on Saturday, February 21, 2026. #BISONHACKS Hackathon is …

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beginner · machine learning · social · Washington, District of Columbia, United States
IN-PERSON MathHacks

Feb. 21, 2026

Upcoming

Coming Soon! https://mathhacks.ca

IN-PERSON Hacklytics 2026: Golden Byte

Feb. 20, 2026 - Feb. 22, 2026

Upcoming

About Hacklytics 2026: Golden Byte Step into a world of pure imagination at Hacklytics 2026, where creativity, curiosity, and innovation come together in a factory …

IN-PERSON RebelHacks

Feb. 20, 2026 - Feb. 21, 2026

Upcoming

UNLV's first-ever Hackathon! Join UNLV and hack with friends to win prizes

IN-PERSON DeerHacks V

Feb. 20, 2026 - Feb. 22, 2026

Upcoming

About the challenge DeerHacks V celebrates five years of innovation, creativity, and collaboration! Join us for 36 hours of coding, designing, and problem-solving at UofT …

IN-PERSON 757 BLD WKND 2026

Feb. 20, 2026 - Feb. 22, 2026

Upcoming

If you like to build and create, this event is for you. Picture a vibrant space where entrepreneurs, students, and professionals converge to build whatever …

ONLINE Learn It Global Hackathon V2

Feb. 14, 2026 - Feb. 28, 2026

Open

About the challenge Welcome to Learn It's newest worldwide hacking event! This hackathon aims to utilize your ambition, intellect, and creativity to create prototypical STEM-based …

IN-PERSON Gemini Hack Days FUTMINNA '26

Feb. 14, 2026

Date TBD

Gemini Hack Day FUTMINNA is a high-energy, one-day mini hackathon happening right inside the Federal University of Technology, Minna 🎓🔥. It brings together students, developers, …

IN-PERSON CalgaryHacks 2026

Feb. 14, 2026 - Feb. 15, 2026

Ended

CalgaryHacks 2026 is a 24 hour sprint-style, in-person competitive programming contest designed to promote creativity, collaboration, and innovative thinking. In the spirit of a sprint-style …

ONLINE Norcal Hacks 26: Largest High School Hackathon in Northern California

Feb. 12, 2026 - Feb. 15, 2026

Ended

Important info in regards to team formation: Once you sign up on Devpost, indicate whether you have a team or not. When a team member …

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