Question 1

How many hackathons are there in New York in 2026?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 27 hackathons listed in New York in 2026, with 3 upcoming.

Question 2

What is the total prize pool for hackathons in New York in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Hackathons in New York in 2026 offer a combined prize pool of $83K, with an average of $14K per event.

Question 3

Are there online hackathons in New York?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Of the 27 hackathons in New York, 0 are online, 27 are in-person, and 0 are hybrid.

Question 4

Where can I find hackathons in NYC in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Start with the events above. HackathonRadar tracks upcoming NYC hackathons from organizer sites and major platforms — in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and across New York City — and shows dates, format, prizes, and source links so you can pick what to register for.

Question 5

Are there student or college hackathons in New York in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Yes. NYC's universities — Columbia, NYU, Cornell Tech, and the CUNY campuses among them — run student hackathons through the year, listed here alongside open-to-all startup, AI, and corporate events.

Question 6

What are fintech hackathons?

Accepted Answer

Hackathons building financial technology solutions including payments, banking, insurance, and trading platforms.

Question 7

How do I find the best hackathons to join?

Accepted Answer

HackathonRadar tracks thousands of hackathons worldwide. You can filter by city, category, date, and prize pool to find events that match your interests and skill level.

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