Epicenter Presents: Innovate Xcelerate Hackathon 2026 Hosted by CodeCrew

​Innovate Xcelerate Program Hackathon

​It's that time of the year again! Got a bold idea? Ready to build something that makes a real impact? The Innovate Xcelerate Program 2026 Hackathon, hosted by CodeCrew, is where innovators, creators, and problem-solvers come together to turn ideas into action. This event focuses on innovative solutions in climate tech, clean energy, cybersecurity, logistics, med tech, and other unique creative solutions that drive positive change in local and global communities.

​Join a high-energy environment where entrepreneurs, developers, designers, and community leaders collaborate to tackle real-world challenges. Over the course of the hackathon, teams will brainstorm, build, and pitch innovative solutions while gaining insights from mentors, industry experts, and fellow changemakers.

​Whether you're a seasoned builder or just getting started, this is your opportunity to connect, create, and accelerate your ideas. Bring your creativity, your passion, and your drive to innovate—because the next big solution could start with you.

​💡 Collaborate.
⚡ Create.
🚀 Xcelerate your innovation.

​Friday, April 17, from 3:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday, April 18, from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, April 19, from 8:00 am - 3:30 pm

​​​​About Epicenter
Epicenter exists to ensure that founders of innovative businesses have what they need to develop, launch, and grow their ventures in the Greater Memphis region.

​​About CodeCrew
CodeCrew is changing Memphis with programs that focus on ensuring that students are taught the principles of information and computation, how digital systems work, and they learn how to put this knowledge to use through programming and software development concepts. CodeCrew programming includes various summer camps, after-school programs, in-school elective classes, internships, and special events.