RVA AI INNOVATION HACKATHON 2026
Bringing together leadership from the IEEE Richmond Section, IEEE Computer Society, and IEEE TEMS alongside our ACM peers, this committee is unitized in fostering engineering excellence and driving AI innovation across the Richmond region.
⚙️ Where We Are Right Now:
Our organizing team is currently in the active planning phase- finalizing hackathon tracks, evaluation frameworks, and logistical details to ensure a seamless experience for all participants.
ACM Richmond's international virtual hackathon — presented with IEEE Computer Society and IEEE Richmond Section. Build, ship, and compete with participants, mentors, and judges from anywhere in the world.
October 30 – November 1, 2026
Hackathon Inauguration
- Opening ceremony & welcome remarks
- Keynote & partner introductions
- Theme reveal and team formation
- Kickoff Q&A with mentors
Build Day
- Teams design, build, and iterate
- Mentor office hours throughout the day
- Progress check-ins
- Final submission prep
Judging & Prize Distribution
- Project submissions close
- Live judging & team presentations
- Closing ceremony
- Awards & prize distribution
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Building Intelligent Solutions: RVA AI Innovation Hackathon 2026 is Coming! ⚡
IEEE Richmond Section, in joint collaboration with ACM Richmond, is proud to introduce the dedicated Organizing Committee leading the charge for the RVA AI Innovation Hackathon 2026! - Co-sponsored by ACM Richmond Chapter
- Starts 16 October 2026 08:00 PM UTC
- Ends 29 October 2026 04:00 AM UTC
- No Admission Charge