BuildFest 2026
Turn your wildest idea into a working demo.
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About this hackathon
Join thousands of builders from around the world for an unforgettable weekend of creation. Whether you are a seasoned engineer or shipping your very first project, you will find your people here. Form a team, pick a track, and build something that matters.
A high-energy sprint where ideas become products. We provide the APIs, the credits, the snacks, and the stage — you bring the ambition. Top teams get fast-tracked to investor meetings.
Tracks
AR / VR Track
$6,000Build something remarkable in AR / VR.
Gaming Track
$6,000Build something remarkable in Gaming.
Prizes
1st place
Grand prize across all tracks.
2nd place
3rd place
Best use of AI
For the most creative AI integration.
Schedule
Jul 31, 08:00 AM
Opening ceremony & team formation
Aug 2, 08:00 AM
Mentor office hours & workshops
Aug 3, 08:00 AM
Submissions due
Aug 4, 08:00 AM
Demos & awards
Sponsors
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