about this event
301 AD is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization focused on cultivating the next era of entrepreneurs through AI literacy and Soft-skills development. Our RenAIssance Hackathon is a 24-hour builder sprint designed to help students bring business ideas to life using AI-accelerated development tools.
You do not need any technical experience to participate in this event. Student participants will receive hands-on training in both technical and soft skills — from building an MVP to crafting a powerful pitch. Over one weekend, you'll think like a founder, build like a creator, and walk away with the confidence to present your new idea to the world.
This registration page is for any eligible student interested in participating & competing in the hackathon. If you are not a student, but still interested in attending Day 2 of the event as a guest, please register here: https://luma.com/6uhm8b7p
November 21-22, 2026 | Hero House Glendale | Limited to 15 seats — Apply by November 1, 2026
Eligibility: College Students What to Bring: Laptop + Charger Provided: Wi-Fi, Snacks/Meals, Workspace, AI Tools Waivers: Photo/Video Release, Liability Waiver, Parental Consent for Minors
Objective: Bring a unique business idea to life in 24 hours using AI-accelerated development tools.
Outcomes Deployed MVP (web app) built using AI Tools 3-minute pitch + 2-minute live demo
Outline Session 1 — Ideation + Documentation: Idea/Discovery → PRD + MVP Deliverables Session 2 — Design + Development: Rapid Prototyping → Build using AI Tools Session 3 — Presentation + Pitch: Pitch Decks → Live Demo
Awards 💻 AI Tool Annual Subscription 💵 $100 Cash Prize (×3 winners) 🏅 Recognition Awards & Certificates
Schedule Saturday, November 21 10:00-10:30am (Check In + Opening remarks) 10:30-11:30am Session 1 (Ideation + Documentation) 11:30-1:00pm Session 2 (Design + Development) 1:00-1:30pm (Lunch Time) 1:30-3:30pm Session 3 (Presentation + Pitch) 3:30-4:00pm (Closing Remarks)
Sunday, November 22 4:00pm-4:30pm (Check-in + Opening Remarks) 4:30-6:00pm (Student Pitches + Demos) 6:00-6:30pm (Judges Select Winners + Networking) 6:30-7:00pm (Awards + Closing Remarks)
tracks
Session 1 — Ideation + Documentation
Idea/Discovery → PRD + MVP Deliverables.
Session 2 — Design + Development
Rapid Prototyping → Build using AI Tools.
Session 3 — Presentation + Pitch
Pitch Decks → Live Demo.
when
Day 1
Check In + Opening remarks (10:00-10:30am); Session 1 — Ideation + Documentation (10:30-11:30am); Session 2 — Design + Development (11:30-1:00pm); Lunch Time (1:00-1:30pm); Session 3 — Presentation + Pitch (1:30-3:30pm); Closing Remarks (3:30-4:00pm).
◍ Hero House @ HyeRise, Glendale, CADay 2
Check-in + Opening Remarks (4:00-4:30pm); Student Pitches + Demos (4:30-6:00pm); Judges Select Winners + Networking (6:00-6:30pm); Awards + Closing Remarks (6:30-7:00pm).
◍ Hero House @ HyeRise, Glendale, CAtickets
| tickets | price | Fee | Status | description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Builder Pass | Free | TBA | Available | Registration for eligible college students interested in participating and competing in the RenAIssance Hackathon. Limited to 15 seats; apply by November 1, 2026. |
prizes
| # | PRIZE | price |
|---|---|---|
| Winner (×3) | AI Tool Annual Subscription + $100 Cash Prize | $100 |