strAIght up! Hackathon 2026

​1 week. From idea to demo. Build with AI.

​https://nextbigthingsg.com/straightuphackathon

​strAIght up! Hackathon is a hybrid AI hackathon bringing together 150 young builders aged 15 to 25 to explore experiment and ship real products using AI.

​Participants form teams of 2 to 4 and build usable projects from scratch over a week supported by an initiation day on 18th April at LorongAI with workshops, mentors and industry partners. Teams then work on their projects remotely until 25th April, where the judging will be held at LorongAI.

​Teams will be guided by prize categories that will be revealed on 18th April, in person!

​The hackathon is made for youths at any level of coding, whether you're just starting out or highly advanced. Our focus is on learning and experimentation to harness AI in build practical usable products that solve real problems!

​REGISTER BEFORE 11th April!

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​Event Details

​Dates: 18th and 25th April

​Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (18th April)

​10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (25th April)

​Location: LorongAI@one-north, 69 Ayer Rajah Crescent

​Teams: 2 to 4 pax per team

​Building Period: 19th to 24th April, teams build remotely

​Prizes: Multiple prize categories to be won

​Who should join

• ​JC and Upper Secondary students exploring AI

• ​Polytechnic and ITE students building prototypes

• ​University undergraduates and early founders

• ​Young professionals in tech design or product!

​If you want an intense but friendly build experience without overnight hacking this is for you!