Welcome
HackHCC: CodeRunners — Hackerpack
May 22–23, 2026 · Houston, Texas · 24 Hours · FREE
Welcome to HackHCC: CodeRunners! This hackerpack has everything you need for the event — schedule, prizes, resources, and rules. Bookmark this page and refer back to it throughout the weekend.
📋 Register · 🌐 hackhcc.org · 📧 officialhackhcc@gmail.com
Table of Contents
Location
Schedule
Prizes & Tracks
Resources & APIs
Rules
Sponsors
FAQ
Team
Location
HCC — Alief Hayes Campus West Houston Institute 2811 Hayes Rd, Houston, TX 77082
🅿️ Free parking available
♿ Accessible entrance on-site
Entrance is highlighted on the map below in PINK; an image of the doors to walk through is provided!
Use the Yellow Parking Zone first, then use the Red Zone once the Yellow is Full.
DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS: On Westhimer, make a left onto Hayes Rd. Go past the first left entrance and turn left into the second entrance. Go straight, and you can park in the right lot or go further and park in the yellow lot. Look at the blue arrows on the map
Inside the venue, we will be using the auditorium mainly, as well as 2 workshop rooms that are all highlighted in BLUE, and the restrooms are in RED.
What's provided on-site:
WiFi & power strips
Free food throughout the event
Schedule
Full schedule will be published closer to the event. Check hackhcc.org and your email for updates.
May 22–23, 2026
🌙 DAY 01 — Friday, May 22
9:30–11:30 a.m.
Check-in + Networking
NETWORKING
Arrive and check in to receive your badge. Network with sponsors at dedicated tables. Form your team.
11:30 a.m.
Opening Ceremony
CEREMONY
Event purpose, competition tracks, rules, and key information outlined.
Noon
Lunch + Hacking Begins
FOOD
Hacking begins.
1:00–2:30 p.m.
Fullstack 101
WORKSHOP
Room 169
Learn the intricacies of fullstack development by a seasoned veteran.
3:00–4:00 p.m.
MLH Workshop: Introduction to Google AI Studio
MLH
Room 171
Workshop by Major League Hacking.
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Git Gud at Git
WORKSHOP
Room 169
A workshop showcasing how to utilize git best along with core concepts explained.
5:00 p.m.
Doors Lock
SECURITY
Entry into the building will not be permitted after this time.
5:00–6:00 p.m.
MLH Workshop: Hacking with GitHub Copilot
MLH
Room 171
Workshop by Major League Hacking.
7:00 p.m.
Dinner
FOOD
All participants assemble for dinner. The auditorium will be closed for the remainder of the night; restrooms remain accessible.
8:30–9:30 p.m.
Crochet Workshop
SOCIAL
Room 169
Social event led by a CSA officer introducing participants to crocheting basics.
9:30–10:00 p.m.
Typing Competition
SOCIAL
A quick typing competition open to all participants.
11:00 p.m.
Lights Out
OVERNIGHT
Most auditorium lights shut off to allow participants to rest. The competition continues through the night.
☀️ DAY 02 — Saturday, May 23
7:30 a.m.
Doors Open
INFO
The doors to the building reopen.
8:00 a.m.
Breakfast
FOOD
Noon
Submission Deadline
DEADLINE
Competition ends. All projects must be submitted by this time.
Noon
Lunch
FOOD
1:15–2:30 p.m.
Judging
JUDGING
Selected judges review participating teams' projects. Format likely involves numbered teams moving through judging stations.
3:00 p.m.
Closing Ceremony
CEREMONY
Winners of the event are announced.
4:00 p.m.
Check-Out
END
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Prizes & Tracks
General Awards
🥇 1st Place
TBA
🥈 2nd Place
TBA
🥉 3rd Place
TBA
Rules
Build it during the hackathon. All code must be written during the event. Pre-existing projects are not allowed. Open-source libraries, frameworks, and public datasets are fair game.
Teams of 1–4. Teams can have up to 4 members. Solo participants are welcome. All team members must be registered attendees.
Submit before the deadline. All projects must be submitted on Devpost before the hacking deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted for judging.
You must be a student. HackHCC is open to all students — undergraduate, graduate, high school, or community college. Bring your student ID. YOU MUST BE 18+
Be excellent to each other. All participants must follow the MLH Code of Conduct. Harassment of any kind will result in removal from the event.
Build anything. Apps, websites, hardware, games, AI models — if you can build it in 24 hours, it's fair game.
Our Sponsors
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Interested in Sponsoring?
Partner with us to reach 150+ talented developers, designers, and innovators. Showcase your brand, recruit talent, and support the Houston tech community.
📧 Contact Us — sponsor@hackhcc.org
FAQ
What is a hackathon? A 24-hour competition where you and up to 3 teammates build a project from scratch and compete for prizes. Sponsors run workshops and activities throughout the weekend.
Who can participate? Everyone — no experience required! We'll host beginner-friendly workshops. Bring a student ID.
What should I bring? Laptop, charger, and a hacking spirit. Set up your dev environment beforehand if you can. We provide WiFi, power, and food.
Do I need a team? Nope. Come solo and find teammates at the team formation session, or bring a pre-formed team of up to 4.
Is there a cost? HackHCC: CodeRunners is completely free — including workshops, meals, and swag.
Are travel reimbursements available? No travel reimbursements are offered.
What can I build? Anything created during the event: apps, websites, hardware, games, AI models. Sponsor tracks offer bonus prizes for specific technologies.
Still have questions? Contact us
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