about this event
Join us for 54 Fall 2026, a 2-day, beginner-friendly hackathon where you'll form teams, build innovative startup ideas, and pitch to a panel of top judges—no coding required!
What to Expect:
Perks & Tools: All participants get 1 month of Cursor Pro for free!
5 Focused Tracks: Choose between SpaceXAI, General Startup (Landuyt Center for Entrepreneurship), Supply Chain & Automation (Kamion - YC S22), AI Agents (Orgo AI), and LLM Observability (Respan AI).
Mentorship & Workshops: Connect directly with industry leaders and founders and attend hands-on pitching workshops.
Networking & Food: Free lunch, dinner, and networking sessions with YC founders, alumni, and sponsors.
Prizes & Pitching: Compete for cash prizes, showcase your idea, and get feedback from VC and industry judges.
Whether you're bringing a full team or looking to find one during our kickoff icebreakers, 54 is the place to launch your next big idea. Reserve your spot today!
tracks
SpaceXAI
A focused track within the AI Hackathon dedicated to space-related AI innovations.
General Startup (Landuyt Center for Entrepreneurship)
A track for building general startup ideas supported by the Landuyt Center for Entrepreneurship.
Supply Chain & Automation (Kamion - YC S22)
A track focused on supply chain and automation solutions, supported by Kamion (YC S22).
AI Agents (Orgo AI)
A track dedicated to building AI agent solutions, supported by Orgo AI.
LLM Observability (Respan AI)
A track focused on LLM observability solutions, supported by Respan AI.
when
54 Hackathon FA26 - Day 1
Kickoff, team formation, and hacking begins
◍ Siebel Center for Design54 Hackathon FA26 - Day 2
Continue building, mentoring, and final pitch presentations
◍ Siebel Center for Designtickets
| tickets | price | Fee | Status | description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Admission | Free | No fee | Available | Free admission to the 54 Hackathon FA26 |