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Philly Codefest 2026

Philly Codefest is a free hackathon that encourages students and professionals from all experience levels and backgrounds to work together to develop innovative solutions to help solve real world challenges.

Theme Building AI for Philly’s Future

In Building AI for Philly’s Future, teams will design AI-powered solutions that address real challenges facing Philadelphia communities. From education and healthcare to sustainability and civic life, participants will explore how responsible AI can strengthen our neighborhoods and create opportunity for all.

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Apr 11-12th, 2026 3675 Market Street • Philadelphia, PA 19063

When

Starts: April 11, 2026, 9 a.m.

Ends: April 12, 2026

Where

Location: 3675 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19063

Hosted at Drexel College of Computing & Informatics

Duration
2 Days
Teams
3-6 participants per team
Prizes
Awards for top projects and sponsored prizes

Track Awards

Advanced and Beginner track awards are judged automatically by track placement. Do not look for these awards in the sponsor prize selection list.

Advanced Track
1st - $3000
2nd - $1500
3rd - $750
Beginner Track
1st - $2000
2nd - $1000
3rd - $500
Schedule
Key times, workshops, demos.
Rules
Eligibility, teams, submissions.
Code of Conduct
Keep the event welcoming.
Sponsors
Thanks to our partners.