ArtTech
Hack
Where technology, science
and AI research meet
artistic innovation
DateOctober 23 - 25, 2026
VenueZurich
Who we are looking for
Art, science, and technology were once studied side by side. We are on a mission to restore that exchange in Zurich, bringing together students from different disciplines to create work that none of them could make alone.
Artist
Designer
Developer
Musician
Scientist
Dancer
Theater Maker
Filmmaker
Artist
Designer
Developer
Musician
Scientist
Dancer
Theater Maker
Filmmaker
Game Designer
Computer Scientist
Robotics Engineer
Storyteller
Architect
Data Scientist
Animator
Sound Designer
Game Designer
Computer Scientist
Robotics Engineer
Storyteller
Architect
Data Scientist
Animator
Sound Designer
Our Inspiration
In 1843, Ada Lovelace wrote that the Analytical Engine "weaves algebraical patterns just as the Jacquard loom weaves flowers and leaves." She understood computation not as mere calculation, but as a cultural and expressive machine.
ArtTech Hack builds on this lineage. Abstraction and imagination have always been intertwined.
Event Schedule
Day 1
- Check-in
- Challenge reveal & opening ceremony
- Building & workshops
Day 2
- Building & workshops
- Team presentations & jury
- Award ceremony
After the Hackathon
- Selected works shown in a public exhibition
Tech Partners
Prize Partner
Community Partners
University Partners
Organizing Team
Volunteers
FAQ
ArtTech Hack is open to students and recent graduates from art, design, and technology disciplines. We're looking for 80 top talents who are passionate about the intersection of creativity and innovation.
A hackathon is an intensive, time-limited event where participants collaborate in teams to build creative projects from scratch.
You can apply individually or with a team. If you apply solo, we'll help you find teammates during the team formation phase at the event.
4 members max. We encourage diverse teams that combine different skills and perspectives.
We welcome participants with backgrounds in art, design, programming, AI/ML, music, visual arts, creative coding, and more. The key is bringing your unique perspective and willingness to collaborate.
Challenges will be announced at the event.
No advance preparation is required. Come with an open mind and your laptop. We'll provide all necessary resources and tools at the event.
To be announced at the opening ceremony.