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ArtTech
Hack
Zurich, Switzerland

Where technology, science
and AI research meet
artistic innovation

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DateJuly 10–12 2026
VenueZurich University of the Arts
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
Ada Lovelace

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.

The Venue — ZHdK

ArtTech Hack takes place at the Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK) — one of the largest art and design universities in Europe. Housed in the Toni-Areal, a former dairy factory turned cultural campus in the heart of Zürich, ZHdK brings together students of fine arts, design, music, theatre, and film under one roof.

ZHdK Toni-Areal — 1
ZHdK Toni-Areal — 2
ZHdK Toni-Areal — 3
Event Schedule
Friday July 10
  • Check in
  • Challenge reveal & opening ceremony
  • Building & workshops
Saturday July 11
  • Full day of building & workshops
  • Mentors available to support the teams
Sunday July 12
  • Building
  • Team presentations & jury
  • Award ceremony
After the Hackathon
  • Selected works shown in a public exhibition
Tech Partners
Google DeepMindLovable
Prize Partner
Wavelab
Community Partners
ATAWiNZWomen in Robotics SwitzerlandHack ApertusaiLightshello5050ETH Game Dev ClubETH Game Dev ClubETH SPHETH AI Center
University Partners
ZHdKZHAW
Organizing Team
Sara Rutz
Sara Rutz
ZHdK, ZHAW
Alumna Master Fine Arts ZHdK, Bachelor Computer Science Student ZHAW
LinkedIn
Katia Sophia Ditzler
Katia Sophia Ditzler
ZHdK
Master Student Transdisciplinary Studies
LinkedIn
Franziska Haubold
Franziska Haubold
ETH Zürich
Master Student Neuroscience
LinkedIn
Advisory Board
Manuel Hendry
Manuel Hendry
LinkedIn
Setareh Gharibi
Setareh Gharibi
LinkedIn
Sabine Wildemann
Sabine Wildemann
LinkedIn
Past events
Preview Event — ArtTech Hack2026
Preview Event — ArtTech Hack — photo 1
Preview Event — ArtTech Hack — photo 2
Preview Event — ArtTech Hack — photo 3
Preview Event — ArtTech Hack — photo 4
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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.
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