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Get Lucky.
Build Something.

Clover Hacks is a one-day high school hackathon where builders, designers, and dreamers come together to ship something worth bragging about.

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When
September 19, 2026
Where
TBD
Hours
9 AM – 10 PM

About

A weekend that actually feels lucky.

Most hackathons feel like a sprint. Clover Hacks is more like a tiny festival. One day of building, eating, occasional panicking, and meeting the kind of people who say “wait, what if we just…” and mean it.

  • Built for first-timers

    Beginner workshops, a dedicated track, and a friendlier judging rubric so your first hackathon doesn't feel like jumping into the deep end.

  • Zero cost, all in

    Free admission, food, and swag. Just bring your laptop and your ideas.

  • Ship something real

    We care more about a working demo than a polished slide deck. Build something you'd actually use Monday morning.

Tracks

Pick a lane. Or don't.

Three ways to win, plus sponsor prizes.

  • ✨

    AI for Good

    Use LLMs, agents, or classical ML to make life measurably better for a real community.

  • 🎮

    Game Dev

    Build a game from scratch. 2D, 3D, browser, mobile, jam-style. Bonus points for replayability.

  • 🌱

    Beginner Track

    First hackathon? This one's for you. Beginner workshops, simpler scope, and a friendlier judging rubric.

Schedule

One day, packed.

Tentative. The only thing guaranteed is the food and the chaos.

Morning

  1. 9:00 AMCheck-in opens
  2. 9:30 AMBreakfast
  3. 10:00 AMOpening ceremony
  4. 10:45 AMTeam formation
  5. 11:00 AMHacking begins 🚀
  6. 12:30 PMLunch

Afternoon & Evening

  1. 2:00 PMWorkshops + open hack time
  2. 3:30 PMCoffee + snack break
  3. 5:00 PMMini event (trivia / games)
  4. 6:30 PMDinner
  5. 8:00 PMSubmissions close
  6. 8:15 PMProject expo + judging
  7. 9:30 PMClosing ceremony + prizes 🏆
  8. 10:00 PMDoors close

Sponsors

Want your logo here?

We partner with companies who care about high schoolers building real things. Click any open slot to start the conversation.

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  • Diamond

    $1,500 to $2,000
    • ›Premium logo placement on website, shirts, and venue signage
    • ›Keynote slot during opening ceremony (5 minutes)
    • ›Dedicated booth at the project expo
    • ›Custom sponsor track and prize category
    • ›Resume access to all participants

  • Gold

    $1,000 to $1,499
    • ›Logo on website, shirts, and venue signage
    • ›Booth at the project expo
    • ›Sponsor prize category
    • ›Resume access to all participants

  • Silver

    $500 to $999
    • ›Logo on website and venue signage
    • ›Shared booth time at expo
    • ›Optional sponsor prize
    • ›Mention during opening ceremony

  • Supporter

    $100 to $499
    • ›Logo on website
    • ›Shoutout on social media
    • ›Mention during closing ceremony
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FAQ

Quick answers.

  • Who can attend?
    Any high school student. No experience required, we love first-timers.
  • How much does it cost?
    Nothing. Clover Hacks is completely free, including food and swag.
  • Do I need a team?
    If you have one, great. If not, we'll help you find a team during opening ceremony.
  • What should I bring?
    A laptop, charger, and anything else to help you with your project. We provide the rest.
  • Will there be prizes?
    Yes. Top overall, best in each track, and a few sponsor categories. Details drop closer to the event.

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