A hackathon is a place to create.

Working together with a team, you will have 24 hours to create something: website, app, game, anything. You’ll then present your creation to a panel of judges.

A hackathon is a place to learn.

For the beginner coders, we provide workshops. These workshops are designed so you can learn a new skill. For veteran hackers, industry programmers will be available as mentors. These mentors are a way to learn what happens in real life.

A hackathon is a place to have fun.

Meals, snacks, and swag are all provided — free of charge. Special breakouts are planned to give your mind (and fingers!) a break.

Schedule

Saturday 25th
8:30 AM	👋 Doors Open/Check-In
9:15 AM	📢 Opening Ceremony
9:45 AM	👩‍💻 Hacking Begins
10:30 AM	☁️ WS: Intro to Amazon AWS
11:30 AM	🕸 WS: Your 1st Website + AWS S3
12:30 AM	🍽️ Lunch: Zoup
2:30 PM	💬 WS: Chatbot with Polly and Lex
3:30 PM	🤖 WS: VR Basics
6:30 PM	🍽️ Dinner: Twin Dragon
7:30 PM	👁 WS: ML Facial/Object Detection

Sunday 26th
12:00 AM	🍦 Midnight Snack
2:00 AM	👾 Game Break
7:00 AM	⚠️ 3 Hour Warning
7:30 AM	🍳 Breakfast
9:00 AM	📝 Start Project Submission
10:00 AM	⌛ Hacking Ends
10:15 AM	💬 Judging Begins
11:15 AM	🏆 Award Ceremony
11:45 AM	📢 Closing Ceremony
12:00 PM	😭 Event Ends

FAQ

How long is CincyHacks?

You will have 24 hours to work on your projects at CincyHacks. We will also have activities before and after the block of coding, so expect to be there from Saturday afternoon to Sunday evening.

Where is CincyHacks?

CincyHacks will be hosted in Mason, Ohio, at William Mason High School! We will be using the front entrance for our check-in, located at 6100 Mason Montgomery Rd, Mason, OH 45040.

Who can come to CincyHacks?

Any current high school student is welcome to come to CincyHacks — all we ask is that you bring a school issued ID with you. Additionally, teachers and parents are welcome to come to the final awards ceremony.

Do I need to know how to code?

CincyHacks is completely beginner friendly — coders of all skill levels are welcome to come learn or create something new!

What should I bring?

At the minimum, you'll need a student ID, laptop, and charger. We also recommend bringing a change of clothes, toiletries, and a sleeping bag or pillow. You won't be able to leave CincyHacks after the event starts, so make sure you have any medications you'll need.

Is there any travel assistance?

Unfortunately, we cannot directly provide travel reimbursement for our participants at this time. But you can apply for Execute Big's Travel Grant, so you can join us without having to pay for travel!