Hackathon · Esbjerg, Denmark

Hack Esbjerg - 24-Hour IT Hackathon

A 24-hour tech hackathon bringing students and developers together to build, learn, and compete

March 19–20, 2026 · 24 hours · S-E-A Esbjerg

This event took place on 19 – 20 Mar 2026. See what's next.

About the event

What is Hack Esbjerg?

A 24-hour hackathon organised by Cod3rs in partnership with EASV, open to all skill levels.

Hack Esbjerg is a 24-hour hackathon that brings together students and developers of all skill levels to collaborate, innovate and build.

Seasoned developers and people just starting to code are both welcome to:

  • Collaborate with teammates to solve real challenges
  • Learn from mentors and industry experts
  • Build innovative prototypes and solutions
  • Compete and pitch your ideas to judges
  • Network with fellow developers and tech enthusiasts

Watch the Hack Esbjerg 2026 intro on YouTube →

How it works

The format

Form a team, pick a challenge, build for 24 hours, then pitch to judges.

  1. Form teams — Create teams of 2–5 people
  2. Select a challenge — Choose from the available hackathon challenges
  3. Build — Work continuously for 24 hours to develop your prototype
  4. Pitch your ideas — Present your solution to judges
  5. Win prizes — Compete for recognition and awards

Throughout the event, industry experts are available to mentor teams through the development process.

Practical details

What to expect and what to bring

What to expect

  • 24-hour continuous coding — March 19 at 9 AM to March 20 at 9 AM
  • Hands-on challenges with real-world problems
  • Expert mentorship from industry professionals
  • Team collaboration (2–5 teammates)
  • Food and refreshments provided throughout

What to bring

  • Your laptop and charger
  • Your coding skills and creativity
  • Enthusiasm and team spirit
  • A willingness to learn and experiment
  • Your student ID (if applicable)

Registration

How to apply

Registration is selection-based. Applications are reviewed by the organising team.

  • Selection process: Applications reviewed by the organising team
  • Confirmation: Selected participants notified via email
  • All experience levels welcome — from beginners to experienced developers

Organised by

The team behind Hack Esbjerg

Primary Organizer: Cod3rs
General Partner: EASV — Business Academy Southwest
Silver Sponsor: Grumsen Development ApS

Cod3rs is a developer community in Denmark and Slovakia. Connect with us on Discord or visit the official Hack Esbjerg website for more information.

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