AdventureX 2026 is a global hackathon for young creators, initiated by student organizations and open to developers, designers, independent creators, hardware engineers, and entrepreneurs from around the world. This edition is expected to bring together over 800 creators who will form teams and build software, hardware, or technology innovation projects from scratch within 120 hours—culminating in a public showcase day for audiences, investors, founders, and media.
During the event, participants will receive computing resources, server credits, hardware support, as well as complimentary accommodation, meals, and travel subsidies. The organizers will also host technical workshops, startup talks, industry networking sessions, a creator art exhibition, hands-on hardware lab experiences, and signature “Blues” activities—offering participants a platform for technical learning, project implementation, and cross-disciplinary exchange.
According to official disclosures, AdventureX 2026 is projected to attract over 800 creators, more than 150 exhibiting institutions, over 300 judges and guests, and over 40,000 members of the general public. It features a total prize pool of RMB 1 million and RMB 600,000 in participant subsidies. Upholding its “completely free” principle, the event aims to cultivate an open innovation community for young creators worldwide, advancing technological innovation, open-source collaboration, and youth creativity.
Dates: July 22–26, 2026 (Beijing Time)
Venue: Hangzhou, China
Event Website: AdventureX Official Website
Highlights:
- 800+ creators from around the globe
- 120-hour intensive development challenge
- RMB 1 million prize pool
- RMB 600,000 participant subsidies
- Free accommodation, meals, and travel support
- 150+ tech companies and communities exhibiting
- Hands-on project development in cutting-edge fields including AI, hardware, robotics, and open-source software
- Technical talks, startup sharing sessions, music festivals, and creator social events
