START Hack League Munich 2026

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From Hello World to Hello Users. In 24 Hours.

250 builders. Real startup challenges. One weekend in Munich. Munich's most entrepreneurial hackathon is back!

On 21–22 November 2026, START Munich brings together 250 ambitious minds from different backgrounds to tackle real-world challenges presented by innovative startups. The mission? Turn an idea into something real in just 24 hours.

Whether you're into coding, design, business, or simply enjoy solving problems, this is your chance to build something meaningful, work with talented people, and experience the excitement of bringing a product to life. No hackathon experience? No problem. All you need is curiosity, motivation, and your laptop. Experienced mentors will be there to help you along the way.

What to expect: real startup challenges, working on actual problems brought by ambitious startups; 24 hours to build, going from an idea to a working prototype; mentorship, with feedback and support from experienced mentors; meeting your team and collaborating in teams of 2–5 with people from different disciplines; pitching your solution, presenting what you've built and competing for exciting prizes; and beyond the hackathon, becoming part of the START Hack League and connecting with the wider European startup ecosystem.

Event details: Date 21–22 November 2026; Location TUM Audimax, Munich, Germany; Participants 250 builders; Hosted by START Munich.

Ready to turn Hello World into Hello Users? Apply now through the official platform: https://app.hackleague.org/events/start?chapter=munich. Applications, participant selection, and event submissions are managed through START Hack League. Registering on Devpost alone does not secure your place at the event. See you in Munich!

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