HackKings | King's College London Hackathon

⌖ London · Bush House, KCL

Hosted by KCL Womxn in STEM, Imperial Women in STEM and UCL Women in STEM

IKU Womxn in STEM Hackathon brings female and non-binary university students to central London for a free, beginner-friendly 24-hour build weekend. Taking place 17–18 October 2026 at Bush House on King’s College London’s Strand Campus, this cross-university hackathon creates a supportive setting in which participants can develop technical skills, meet peers and turn an idea into a working project. It is organised by KCL Womxn in STEM, Imperial Women in SET and UCL Women in STEM. Build, learn and find your community IKU was designed to make hackathons more accessible to gender-minority students in technology. Attendees will work in teams of typically two to four, supported by workshops, talks and mentorship from experienced developers. You can arrive with friends or attend solo and form a team on the day. The event welcomes female and non-binary students aged 18 or over from any UK university. All experience levels are encouraged, including complete beginners and students outside Computer Science. A dedicated Best Beginner side track recognises eligible teams where at least half of the members come from non-CS-adjacent backgrounds. Over the weekend, participants can expect: - 24 hours of focused project building, from first line of code to final demo - Practical workshops, technical talks and mentor support - Mini-events and opportunities to connect across King’s, UCL and Imperial - Sponsor networking, prizes and a completed project to add to a CV - Judging followed by a closing ceremony Project work begins after Saturday’s opening ceremony, with hacking running from 11:00 on 17 October until the 12:00 submission deadline on 18 October. Judging starts at 13:00, followed by the closing ceremony at 15:00 and the event finishing at 16:00. Participants may go home overnight, remain awake or use the dedicated sleeping and quiet rooms at Bush House. Cost, venue and support IKU is completely free, with meals, snacks and swag included. Attendees should bring a laptop, charger and any other equipment required for their build; those staying overnight are advised to bring comfortable items such as a pillow, blanket or hoodie. Travel reimbursement is not available.… Register for this event

Sponsors: Wise · incident.io

⌖ London · Big Chill

Hosted by Startup Network Europe

Meet founders, investors and startup enthusiasts from across the UK at this informal evening networking party in London. Organised by Startup Network Europe, The London Startup Party 2026 takes place on 28 October 2026, from 18:00 to 22:00 BST, at Big Chill, 257–259 Pentonville Road, London N1 9NL. The event is designed around making new connections and meeting peers from the London startup ecosystem. Rather than a formal conference, it is hosted in a relaxed pub atmosphere, making it suitable for startup founders, investors and anyone interested in the UK startup community. No speakers or structured agenda have been announced. Every registrant will receive a name tag to make introductions easier. Drinks are not included and can be purchased individually from the bar. Tickets start at £10 plus VAT, with the fee helping to cover name tags and event marketing. Register for The London Startup Party 2026

⌖ Leicester · Bru Leicester town centre

Hosted by Namra

AI + Coffee Leicester is a free, one-hour AI networking meetup at Bru in Leicester town centre on 17 October 2026. Hosted by Namra, it offers an informal space to compare notes, ask candid questions and meet other people exploring artificial intelligence. Conversation rather than presentation This in-person meetup deliberately does away with the usual conference format: there are no speakers, slides or fixed agenda. Instead, the group will spend an hour talking over coffee about participants’ real experiences with AI. The conversation may begin with questions such as: - What AI tools or ideas are you currently trying? - What aspects of AI are confusing or unclear? - What is actually working in practice? The emphasis is on connection rather than one-way instruction. You can bring a question, share something you have been experimenting with or simply arrive with nothing prepared and listen to where the discussion goes. Because the session is unstructured, attendees help shape the conversation through the challenges, observations and uncertainties they bring with them. Who should attend? AI + Coffee Leicester welcomes anyone, regardless of role or experience level. It may be useful for entrepreneurs, people working on AI startups, professionals considering how AI affects business strategy, and anyone who wants to understand what others are testing. You do not need technical expertise, a polished project or a confident opinion to take part. A central aim is to provide a safe setting in which people can admit uncertainty without it feeling like a professional risk. There are no silly questions, and people who believe they have little to contribute are especially welcome, the organisers note that some of the best questions often come from precisely those participants. View the event and registration details

⌖ Location TBC · Voco Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Hosted by Confer Global

Riyadh is set to host a landmark summit bringing together infrastructure and AI leaders from across the region. Taking place October 19–20, 2026 at Voco Riyadh, this executive-level gathering will address the critical intersection of AI infrastructure, data centers, and the energy systems that power digital transformation in Saudi Arabia and beyond. Why This Summit Matters As Riyadh positions itself at the forefront of digital innovation, this summit addresses the fundamental infrastructure challenges that enable AI deployment at scale. The event brings together decision-makers working on AI strategy, cloud architecture, power management, cooling solutions, and sovereign AI initiatives — the essential building blocks of modern AI capabilities. What to Expect Attendees will gain access to strategy sessions focused on market insights, infrastructure planning, and enterprise AI deployment. The summit creates a unique environment for executive networking with regional and international leaders shaping the future of digital infrastructure. Topics span the full spectrum from data center design and energy efficiency to AI workload optimization and regulatory frameworks. The event caters to multiple stakeholder groups: - Delegates can access strategy sessions, market intelligence, and networking opportunities with infrastructure and AI decision-makers - Speakers can showcase expertise on AI infrastructure, data center innovation, energy solutions, and digital growth strategies - Sponsors and Exhibitors can connect directly with enterprise buyers, strategic partners, and technology leaders driving AI adoption - Media professionals can cover breaking developments and access industry leaders shaping the region's digital infrastructure landscape Who Should Attend This is an executive-level summit designed for: - AI infrastructure architects and platform engineers - Data center operators and facility managers - Cloud services providers and hyperscale operators - Energy and cooling solution providers - Government officials working on digital transformation initiatives - Technology vendors supporting AI deployment - Investment professionals focused on digital infrastructure The summit addresses the unique challenges of building AI infrastructure in the Middle East, including sovereign AI considerations, energy sustainability, and regional m

⌖ Amsterdam · Amsterdam RAI

Hosted by LabLab AI

Build and showcase real-world AI applications at this two-day, in-person hackathon, held at Amsterdam RAI on 19–20 October 2026 alongside a major tech expo. The TechEx Amsterdam Hackathon, organised by LabLab AI, brings developers, engineers, founders and technical teams together for two focused days of building, collaboration and live demos. Running from 9am to 6pm each day in Amsterdam, the hackathon takes place alongside AI & Big Data Expo Europe, giving participants the chance to present practical work in front of a large enterprise technology audience. What you’ll build Teams will create AI agents, cybersecurity tools and enterprise solutions across a broad range of tracks: - Artificial intelligence and machine learning, including generative technologies - Cybersecurity and cloud solutions focused on resilience, governance and operations - IoT and connected systems involving devices, sensors and intelligent infrastructure - Edge computing that brings intelligence closer to users and devices - Intelligent automation and robotics for workflows, augmented teams and autonomous operations - Digital transformation tools for modernising processes and decision-making - Data infrastructure, analytics, accessibility and operational intelligence - Physical AI, including robotics and systems that perceive, reason and act in the physical world Format and experience Day one, 19 October, is Build Day, with hands-on development, team collaboration, mentorship and technical guidance. Day two, 20 October, centres on demos and awards, with selected teams invited to present their projects live on stage. The programme also includes panels and talks from industry experts. Pawel Czech, CEO of NativelyAI and founder of lablab.ai, is listed as a speaker. This event is designed for AI engineers and developers creating production-ready applications, founders exploring enterprise AI products, and builders working with agents, automation or data systems. LabLab AI describes itself as a global platform connecting more than 300,000 developers and having delivered over 100 hackathons worldwide.… Register for this event

Sponsors: TechEx Europe

⌖ Mexico City · AI LAB SCHOOL

Hosted by AI LAB SCHOOL

AI Hackathon México 2026 es una competición online de cinco días para convertir ideas de IA generativa en soluciones de negocio reales, con hasta $1,000,000 MXN en premios. Del 19 al 23 de octubre de 2026, AI Lab School reunirá a programadores, desarrolladores, diseñadores, creativos y emprendedores para trabajar intensivamente en productos aplicables al mercado. La actividad comienza a las 17:00, hora de Mexico City, y se desarrolla íntegramente online, lo que permite participar desde cualquier ubicación. El reto de 2026 La temática central será “Negocios impulsados por IA Generativa”. Los equipos deberán crear una solución basada en inteligencia artificial generativa que pueda aplicarse a una industria o sector. Habrá tres vías de participación: - Dos challenges patrocinados por empresas líderes. - Un challenge libre, donde cada equipo podrá proponer y construir su propia solución. El formato está diseñado para ir más allá de una idea conceptual. Durante cinco días, los participantes colaborarán para desarrollar una propuesta funcional, definir su aplicación comercial y preparar una presentación final. Al cierre del hackathon, cada equipo defenderá su proyecto mediante un pitch ante un panel de jueces expertos. Cómo funciona La experiencia comienza con la formación de equipos. Si ya cuentas con compañeros, puedes participar con tu grupo; si te registras individualmente, la organización te ayudará a incorporarte a un equipo. Esto abre la competición tanto a perfiles técnicos como a personas con experiencia en diseño, creatividad, producto o negocio. La dinámica prevista incluye: 1. Formación de los equipos participantes. 2. Elección de uno de los tres challenges. 3. Cinco días de desarrollo de una solución con IA generativa. 4. Pitch final ante el jurado. 5. Reconocimiento de los tres primeros lugares con premios en efectivo y en especie. Una experiencia de construcción y conexión… Register for this event