ChefTreff AI Hackathon 2026

ChefTreff AI Hackathon 2026 Build real AI solutions for real companies. In 24 hours. Join 300+ hackers, builders, and future leaders for the biggest AI hackathon in Northern Germany — right at the heart of the Future Leader Summit 2026 at Factory Hammerbrooklyn, Hamburg. Pick one of 7 challenges from leading companies like BCG Platinion, BioNTech, Finanz Informatik, HERO Software, Eurogate, and Pacemaker. Build a working prototype. Pitch it. Win. No fluff, no theory — just shipping. April 9–10, 2026. Free to attend. Why join 🛠 Build with purpose — solve real business challenges from top companies, not toy problems 🤝 Meet your people — connect with 300+ ambitious builders, founders, and tech talent from across Europe 🚀 Get discovered — pitch directly to company leaders and decision-makers. Some of our challenge partners are actively hiring 🎁 Win prizes — cash, credits, company visits, and more from every challenge partner ☕ Everything's covered — food, drinks, snacks, sleeping spots, and good vibes. Just bring your laptop How it works 9 challenges. 6 teams per challenge. 3-5 people per team. 24 hours to build. You can apply as a team or solo — we'll match you with a crew that complements your skills. You don't need to be a developer. We need product thinkers, designers, strategists, and builders of all kinds. Agenda Day 1 — Thursday, April 9 08:30 — Doors open, check-in & breakfast 09:00 — Welcome & orientation 09:30 — Challenge presentations by all partners (5 min each) 10:15 — Team assignments & challenge deep-dives 11:00 — Start hacking 🚀 (Lunch, dinner, snacks & drinks throughout the day and night) Day 2 — Friday, April 10 10:00 — Pre-pitches (internal per challenge) 11:30 — Final pitches in the auditorium 13:00 — Winners announced, group photo, lunch & celebration Note: Agenda may be slightly adjusted closer to the event. Challenges & partners Each challenge is designed by one of our partners around a real problem they face. You'll get the context, data, and mentorship to build something meaningful — from AI-powered products to predictive models and smart automations. Challenge partners: BCG Platinion · BioNTech · Pacemaker · Finanz Informatik · HERO Software · Eurogate (+ more TBA) Tech partners: OpenAI · MIRO · ElevenLabs · Langdock Full challenge descriptions will be shared with accepted participants. Sleeping & logistics Want to hack through the night? We've got you. Limited sleeping spots are available at the venue on a first-come, first-served basis — bring your own sleeping bag and mat. We offer a dedicated sleeping area for women. Hostel options will be shared after acceptance. Rules Build starts at the hackathon — you may come with ideas and notes, but everything you submit must be built on siteTeams of 3-5 — come with a team or get matchedPitch what you built — every team presents, top teams pitch on the main stageHave fun — seriously Who should apply Students, graduates, young professionals, founders — anyone between 18 and 35 who wants to build, learn, and connect. Whether you code, design, strategize, or just ship things — there's a place for you. Applications are open now. Spots are limited to 350 participants. The ChefTreff AI Hackathon is part of the Future Leader Summit 2026 — Europe's leading talent event. Organized by Be Brave gUG, a non-profit on a mission to inspire and empower the next generation of leaders.