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 HackHive 2026

Jan. 23, 2026 - Jan. 25, 2026

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HackHive is taking over Ontario Tech University for a high-energy weekend of building, learning, and collaborating. With 250 hackers from across North America coming together …

ONLINE The Merge 2026 Hackathon

Jan. 21, 2026 - Feb. 16, 2026

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The Merge 2026 Hackathon is a public, student-led hackathon organized by First Tech Challenge team The Merge, designed to bring together students, beginners, and young …

ONLINE DevDash

Jan. 20, 2026 - Feb. 20, 2026

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DevDash 2026 is an intensive global innovation sprint designed to bridge the gap between abstract ideas and deployable technology. Whether you are a solo developer, …

IN-PERSON HackDay2026 - CEV

Jan. 20, 2026

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HackDay2026 - CEV Code the Future with AI HackDay2026 is a mini-hackathon hosted by FOSS CEV in collaboration with MLH and Google Gemini. We are …

IN-PERSON BrébeufHx 9.0

Jan. 17, 2026

Date TBD

About the challenge BrébeufHx est un hackathon de deux jours qui réunit des élèves du secondaire et du cégep de partout au Québec et au …

IN-PERSON Film + AI Video Hackathon @ GMI Studio x PixVerse

Jan. 17, 2026

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This hackathon challenges builders, creators, and engineers to use PixVerse’s video generation models, running on GMI’s fast inference platform, to create short videos to show …

IN-PERSON HackFRee 2026

Jan. 17, 2026

Date TBD

About the challenge HackFRee follows a traditional hackathon format designed to support all experience levels. This year’s theme, Innovating for Life, Community, and Beyond, invites …

ONLINE Winter Pitchfest | High School Startup Pitch | $1600+ prizes | THIS WEEKEND

Jan. 17, 2026 - Jan. 18, 2026

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You are required to register at tinyurl.com/WinterPitchfestSignup The Pitchfest is held live over Zoom at tinyurl.com/PitchfestWinter About the challenge Step into the future of technology …

ONLINE DVHacks

Jan. 17, 2026 - Feb. 1, 2026

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January 17th - February 1st Public for anyone to join!

IN-PERSON Hackville 2026

Jan. 17, 2026 - Jan. 18, 2026

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About the challenge Our mission is to give the future generation of technologists the opportunity to explore, collaborate, and jumpstart their careers. Join us for …

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