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title: "Event Info – Junction 2026"
description: "Schedule, venue and FAQ for Junction 2026 at Hype Areena, Espoo."
url: https://junction2026.com/about
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# Event Info – Junction 2026

## Schedule: 48 hours. One weekend.

- Fri 13 Nov 18:00 — Opening ceremony & keynotes
- Fri 13 Nov 19:30 — Hacking starts · Bahn Express ranking rounds open
- Fri 13 Nov 23:55 — Preliminary submission
- Sat 14 Nov 12:00 — Submissions start
- Sun 15 Nov 08:00 — Bahn Express final (registration closes 07:30)
- Sun 15 Nov 10:00 — Final submissions
- Sun 15 Nov 14:00 — Review time · final ceremony & top 5 pitches
- Sun 15 Nov 17:00 — Event 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.