Forge the Future
with AI.
October 3 - 10, 2026
Where students forge
the future with AI.
This is the first edition of ForgeHacks, created for one reason: to give innovative students a space to invent, collaborate, and grow without limits.
We're going beyond basic coding and going towards Artificial Intelligence. Whether you’re experimenting with generative AI, building autonomous agents, creating intelligent tools, or exploring entirely new ideas, we want to see what you can create when given time and support.
You’ll get 10 days to build, along with mentor meetings, hands-on workshops for all levels, and prizes celebrating the most innovative projects.
Build within the theme.
Each track's actual prompt drops on Day 1 — you'll be solving a specific problem, not building anything you want. Come with skills and an open mind, not a finished idea.
AI + Healthcare
Tools that improve care, access, or wellbeing.
AI + Education
Reimagining how people learn and teach.
AI + Climate
Tackling sustainability and environmental challenges.
AI + Business
Automating workflows and driving smarter decisions.
AI + Cybersecurity
Protecting digital systems, privacy, and infrastructure.
AI + Creativity
Pushing the boundaries of art, media, and expression.
The schedule.
ForgeHacks Starts!
Workshops, Mentor Meetings, and more start here.
Prompts Revealed
Prompts for tracks will be revealed today.
Mentor office hours
1:1 sessions with engineers from our sponsor teams.
Workshops
Beginner Coder? Join this to learn more about CS basics.
Ask Questions
If you have questions or need help, ask away. We and Mentors are here to support you.
Hacking ends
Submissions lock. Step away from the keyboard.
Judging
Judges will now start to grade your projects.
Gallery Opens
Look at all of the submissions here. Not graded yet, just for show.
Judging weekend
Judges will be grading all of your projects.
Public Voting
Vote for your favorite projects
Provide Feedback
This is out first hackathon, so we would really appreciate some feedback to do even better next time!
Winners Announced
Winners will be revealed, and prizes will be given out!
What you'll walk away with.
More than a certificate.
Cash and credit prizes are in the works. For now, here's what every builder walks away with.
Every team that submits a project earns one.
Standout projects get featured on our site and socials.
Top teams get continued access to our mentor network.
Voted on live by fellow hackers at the showcase.
Help Builders
Move Forward.
Your guidance can be the spark that turns a stuck idea into something life-changing. Join our mentor bench and help students bring their AI ideas to life.
Inspire the next generation of AI builders
Share your experience and expertise
Make a real impact in just a few hours
Mentor Bench
Now forming
Bring ForgeHacks
to your school.
Join our Ambassador Program and help build the future of innovation at your school.
Ambassador Program: Now Forming
Ambassadors help spread the word at their school, organize local meetups, and receive early access, exclusive perks, and recognition in return.
Make an Impact
Grow your community and inspire future builders.
Early Access
Get first access to announcements, updates, and launches.
Exclusive Perks
Earn swag, rewards, and recognition for your contributions.
Applications are now open. Join the first cohort today.
Organized by students.
ForgeHacks is planned, built, and run entirely by passionate students creating opportunities for other students.
ForgeHacks Organizers
From outreach and sponsorships to logistics and development, everything you see is built by students volunteering their time because they believe in making technology more accessible.
100% Students
Built by students, for students.
All In
Every organizer volunteers their time.
Community First
Creating opportunities that last.
Want to be part of it?
We're always looking for driven students who want to make an impact.
Sponsors & partners.
Partners & Sponsors: Join Early
We're opening up sponsorship for this event soon. Gain early access to innovative AI projects, connect with top student talent, and showcase your brand to hundreds of ambitious builders.
Become a SponsorGood to know.
Any current student anywhere in the world. First-time hackers are welcome and encouraged.