Name: Hacktoberfest Hack Day Esbjerg
Start: 2026-10-31T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-31T16:00:00+01:00
Location: Business Academy Southwest

About the event

Ship something real in a day

Six hours to go from idea to working demo, built with open-source or open-weight AI.

Bring your laptop and your ideas: Hacktoberfest Hack Day Esbjerg is a one-day build event hosted by Cod3rs as part of the MLH (Major League Hacking) network. Whether you're a first-time hacker or a seasoned developer, come turn an idea into a working project.

This is your chance to:

Learn and experiment with open-source and open-weight AI models
Network with fellow developers and tech enthusiasts
Build a working project from idea to demo
Win the Best Open-Source AI Project award
Have fun while coding with your peers

Built with open-source AI

In the spirit of Hacktoberfest, this hack day is all about open source. Build your project with open-source or open-weight AI models and tools, submit it through OrganizerHQ Challenges, and compete for Best Open-Source AI Project.

Schedule

Saturday, October 31

10:00 — Check-in
10:15 — Welcome & briefing
10:45 — Idea pitches & team formation
11:30 — Hacking begins
13:00 — Pizza break
15:00 — Submission deadline
15:15 — Demos
15:45 — Awards announced
16:00 — Wrap-up

Practical details

What to expect and what to bring

What to expect

A full day of building — 6 hours from idea to demo
Open-source AI — Use open-source and open-weight models in your project
Team or solo — Form a team at the idea pitches, or go it alone
Mentorship from experienced developers
Demos and awards — Show off what you built

What to bring

Your laptop and charger
Your own drinks (pizza and snacks are on us)
Your creativity and problem-solving skills
A willingness to learn and experiment
Team members (optional — you can find teammates there)

Who can join

Beginner-friendly, open to everyone

First pull request or fiftieth, you're in the right room. No prior AI or hackathon experience is needed.

Perfect for:

University students
Secondary and high school students
Working professionals
Open-source contributors
Anyone curious about coding and AI

Requirements

Registration is required — register on the MLH events page
No experience required — beginners are welcome, experienced developers too
You don't have to be a student — registration asks if you are one, but only so we get an overview of who attends
Bring a laptop and charger — plus your own drinks
Teams are optional — team up or go solo
Follow the MLH Code of Conduct

This event is part of the MLH (Major League Hacking) network, ensuring high-quality standards and amazing opportunities for participants.

Organised by

Cod3rs Community

Cod3rs is a vibrant tech community that brings together developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts across Denmark and Slovakia. We're passionate about fostering learning, collaboration, and innovation in the tech space.

Discord — Connect with fellow developers
Events — Participate in hackathons, workshops, and meetups
Projects — Collaborate on open source initiatives
Learning — Share knowledge and grow together

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