LA Hacks is excited to announce our AI Hackathon, on campus at UCLA this Fall. Our team is excited to welcome participants, mentors, and sponsors back to Los Angeles to learn, develop, and innovate on this journey. Building on the success of our recent in-person hackathon, we are thrilled to carry this momentum forward and create a space for hackers to set the course for the next generation of innovation.

For mentors, judges, or sponsors, feel free to reach the team at ai.lahacks.com! Our event is unable to happen without you, and we greatly appreciate your efforts.

For Hackers: Everyone must apply at https://ai.lahacks.com/, be accepted, RSVP'ed, and attend in person to participate.

Requirements

What to Build

To submit, your project must align with one of these tracks and demonstrate innovative use of technology to solve real-world challenges. We encourage you to think big, build creatively, and push the boundaries of what's possible!

What to Submit

Your submission must include:

Project Description: A brief explanation of what your project does, the problem it solves, and which track it falls under. How does it apply to the company challenges you submitted to?
Code Repository: A public GitHub repository (or equivalent) containing your source code. Ensure it’s well-documented.
Demo Video (2-3 min): A walkthrough of your project, showcasing its features, functionality, and how it works.
Devpost Submission: A complete Devpost page with a clear summary, technologies used, and any additional resources (e.g., Figma designs, API docs).

Make sure your submission is original, adheres to the hackathon rules, and is completed within the hackathon timeframe!

In order to be judged and eligible for prizes, you must be present in person for the judging phase of the hackathon!

AI Hackathon 2026 by LA Hacks

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What to Build

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