Bibai Hackathon vol.3

About this event

The 3rd iteration of "Bibai Hackathon vol.3," held in Bibai City, Hokkaido, will take place from November 22 to 23, 2026. Set in nature-rich Bibai City, located midway between Sapporo and Asahikawa, participants will form teams to give shape to ideas under the theme of doubling the town's charm. A hackathon is a development event where participants intensively bring new ideas into concrete form over a short period, forming teams of several people to create software or design prototypes based on a given theme. The appeal of the Bibai Hackathon lies in teaming up with people you wouldn't normally meet, brainstorming together, and gaining fresh perspectives and insights through the experience of turning concepts into reality. By concentrating on development in a quiet setting distinct from urban centers and bonding with teammates, participants can experience cross-generational, cross-regional exchange and the joy of materializing ideas. For this edition's theme, "Double Bibai!," the 2-day goal is to find something intriguing in Bibai's history, culture, tourism, or daily life, freely brainstorm as a team, and give it form. For example, teams could imagine doubling the white-fronted geese migrating to Miyajima Swamp, doubling the visitors who come to eat Bibai Yakitori, doubling the memories visitors take home, doubling the reasons to enjoy Bibai in winter, or doubling the smiles of local residents. The Bibai Hackathon values not only technical prowess but also intriguing ideas and creative teamwork in concept and presentation. Even if you lack confidence in your technical skills, you are warmly welcome as long as you want to enjoy hackathoning together. Alongside the Hackathon Division, a "Kids Ideathon Division" for ages 10 to 15 will be held concurrently. Anyone can join the Hackathon Division, taking on development challenges while enjoying interaction even with first-time acquaintances. Teams are formed on the spot that day, and participants work with like-minded peers to develop services, apps, or websites related to the theme, experiencing the full flow from brainstorming and creation to final presentation. It is a chance to broaden your horizons by collaborating with people outside your daily circle, shining not only through code, but also through ideation, design, and presentation skills. Beginners in development are welcome to contribute using their own strengths. In the Kids Ideathon Division, children's free thinking is nurtured through collaboration with guardians and other participants. Unique ideas not typically thought of emerge, and participants can spend an enjoyable time exchanging ideas. Because creativity and teamwork are emphasized over technical knowledge, anyone can comfortably join without programming skills. It provides a wonderful opportunity to bring personal ideas and enjoy shaping them through group discussion. The venue is the Bibai City Hall Council Chamber and Conference Rooms.

Venue

Bibai City Hall

1-1 Minami 1-jo Nishi 3-chome, Bibai, Hokkaido 072-0026