// Schedule

48 hours. One weekend.

Fri 13 Nov 18:00Opening ceremony & keynotes

Fri 13 Nov 19:30Hacking starts · Bahn Express ranking rounds open

Fri 13 Nov 23:55Preliminary submission

Sat 14 Nov 12:00Submissions start

Sun 15 Nov 08:00Bahn Express final (registration closes 07:30)

Sun 15 Nov 10:00Final submissions

Sun 15 Nov 14:00Review time · final ceremony & top 5 pitches

Sun 15 Nov 17:00Event ends

// FAQ

Questions

Is it an AI hackathon?

Not only — but AI is where most 2026 challenges sit, alongside software and hardware.

Where is it?

Hype Areena, Espoo, Finland. 13–15 November 2026.

How big is it?

2,000 builders, 48 hours, €100,000+ in prizes.

How many people per team?

1 to 4. Solo is fine.

Can we do two challenges?

Yes — every main challenge can be combined with any tech challenge.