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ABOUT
WHAT IS JUNCTIONX LISBON?
An international 36-hour hackathon where teams of 1 to 5 people unite to build technology with real-world impact. Choose from challenges set by our industry partners, from AI to Tech for Society, and turn your wildest ideas into reality over one weekend.
01Brainstorm
--->
02Prototype
--->
03Build
--->
04Present
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
100+
participants
+25.000€
in prizes, freebies, and tickets to
Junction 2026 in Finland
#1 Europe
hackathon series
24h
time to build
Sponsors
Challenges
Choose a project that inspires your team and turn bold ideas into real-world impact.
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10th and 11th October 2026 · Lisbon, Portugal
Junction
Lisbon
Build in 24h with mentors & partners. Win prizes.
Location
IST - Campus Taguspark
Av. Prof. Dr. Cavaco Silva
2744-016 Porto Salvo, Portugal
🚗 Car
Free parking available
🚌 Public transport
Best route from Lisbon
From IST Alameda
Metro + transfer to the Blue Line, then continue by bus/train toward Oeiras.
~1h 15mFrom central Lisbon
Take the train toward Cascais or Sintra, then connect via Carris Metropolitana.
~1hWeekend services run on reduced schedules. Check the Carris Metropolitana app or website before departure to catch the 10:00 AM check-in.
Schedule
10–11 October 2026 UTC+01:00
Saturday
- Doors Open & Check-in
- Opening Ceremony
- Hacking Begins!
- Lunch
- Submissions Open
- Dinner & Midnight Activities
Sunday
- Hacking Ends & Submissions Close
- Lunch
- Project Pitching & Judging
- Finalists Announcement
- Finalists Presentation & Judging
- Winners Announcement & Closing Ceremony
- Event Ends / Venue Closes
FAQS
Find answers to commonly asked questions about JunctionX Lisbon
Build fast, learn from mentors, network with partners, get feedback and win prizes. The winning team will get the opportunity to represent their country and university at Junction 2026 in Finland, where there are +50.000€ in prizes, with partial flight and accommodation support.
Come solo or form a team on-site. Both are welcome.
The event is in-person in Lisbon for this edition.
Anyone with an interest in technology, design, or entrepreneurship. You can join individually or in teams of up to 5 people.
No. Beginners are welcome! Mentors and workshops will be available during the event.
