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 HackHPI 2026

April 10, 2026 - April 11, 2026

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Join us at HPI in Potsdam, Germany, where motivated students will co-create the future of agriculture and climate in a two-day hackathon filled with workshops, …

ONLINE Build with MeDo Hackathon

April 9, 2026 - May 20, 2026

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Build with MeDo Hackathon Prizes: $50,000+ Submission period: April 9 – May 20 Rules & Homepage Here: https://medo.devpost.com Build creative applications with MeDo, no coding …

IN-PERSON HackHexa

April 9, 2026

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Get started HackHexa is a hands-on learning experience designed to introduce high school girls to the world of technology and engineering in an accessible, creative, …

IN-PERSON CBHS 2026 Hackathon

April 7, 2026 - April 12, 2026

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Cypress Bay’s First Ever Hackathon Presented by SHPE This isn't just for coders—it's for anyone with an idea and the drive to build it. We …

ONLINE LUMA Hackathon: Pitch your idea, win $2800!

April 5, 2026 - April 26, 2026

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LUMA Hackathon 2026 is a 2-week virtual build competition for high school and middle school students across the US. This is a challenge for creators …

ONLINE The Climate Change-Makers Challenge: 2026

April 3, 2026 - April 6, 2026

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No coding experience needed! Solutions don't have to be app or website-based! Beginner friendly! About the Challenge: Climate change is among the most urgent issues …

IN-PERSON Builders Day by HackUnion

April 3, 2026 - April 4, 2026

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HackUnion Builders Day is a one‑day community‑driven hackathon designed to bring together passionate student developers, designers, and innovators to build impactful projects, collaborate with peers, …

IN-PERSON DeVQueens

April 1, 2026 - April 2, 2026

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DevQueens Hackathon is an initiative designed to empower and encourage women developers to build innovative technology solutions. This hackathon provides a collaborative environment where participants …

ONLINE Aurora Global Hackathon

March 31, 2026 - April 1, 2026

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AURORA 1.0: Impact Made Wider Democratizing Innovation for the "Last Mile" ## The Challenge The world faces an "Innovation Divide". While urban students lead the …

IN-PERSON Hack Day Kanpur

March 30, 2026

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Hack Days Kanpur is a high-energy, in-person mini hackathon designed to bring together student builders, innovators, and problem-solvers from across Kanpur and nearby regions. Powered …

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