Gaming & Game Development Hackathons in Europe

This page lists 29 upcoming Gaming & Game Development hackathons, challenges and innovation competitions across Europe. Hackathon Hub continuously tracks Gaming & Game Development events and shows dates, locations, application deadlines and organizer information for each one. The listed events span 14 countries, with venues in London, Cluj-Napoca and Pombal among others. 27 events run on site or hybrid, while 2 can be joined fully online. 5 hackathons offer prize money. The next event to start is "App After Dark: Mobile App Hackathon" on 15 October 2026. The list is checked and extended continuously as new events become known.

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  • Upcoming hackathons: 29
  • Countries: 14
  • Cities: 27
  • Next event: App After Dark: Mobile App Hackathon · 15 October 2026
  • Last updated: 7 October 2026

Data as of 2026-10-07 · figures on this page come from the listed events.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I find upcoming Gaming & Game Development hackathons in Europe?

Right on this page: Hackathon Hub lists 29 upcoming Gaming & Game Development hackathons with dates, locations, deadlines and a link to register.

Which cities host Gaming & Game Development hackathons?

Currently mostly London, Cluj-Napoca, Pombal and Kuzey Kıbrıs. In total the events are spread across 27 cities in 14 countries.

Are there beginner-friendly Gaming & Game Development hackathons?

None of the events in this list is explicitly flagged as beginner-friendly right now. You can filter for beginner-friendly hackathons Europe-wide on the events page.

Can I join Gaming & Game Development hackathons online?

Yes, 2 of the listed Gaming & Game Development events run fully remote, so you can take part from anywhere.

How often is this list updated?

Hackathon Hub reviews and extends the events continuously. The most recent entry on this page was updated on 7 October 2026.

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