Location: Virtual

Dates: May 29-31, 2026

Hackers: 500+

Building: 72 Hours

General Information

Core event logistics and how to get started.

Opening Ceremony

Day 1 (May 29) begins at 4:00 PM and runs through 8:00 PM as a full virtual kickoff.

Opening Ceremony starts at 4:15 PM (30 minutes), followed by Code4Hope's Hack to Business workshop at 4:45 PM (45 minutes).

After the workshop, participants move into team formation, dinner, and working periods through the 8:00 PM wrap-up.

Food, Rest, and Safety

  • Meals and snacks are on your own during the virtual event
  • Bring a water bottle, charger, and any personal medication you need
  • If you need immediate help, message staff in Discord

What To Bring

  • Laptop and charger
  • School ID and registration confirmation
  • Any hardware components you specifically want to use