FOR PARTICIPANTS

Creative Shock 2026 is an international impact hackathon for student teams ready to turn bold ideas into practical business solutions. It is built around a clear two-stage format: an online qualification round and an in-person Final Weekend in Vilnius.

Teams register in groups of 3–4 students and submit a short video pitch presenting an original business idea connected to one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. From these submissions, the Top 10 teams are selected and invited to Lithuania for the final stage of the competition. The Final Weekend takes place at ISM University in Vilnius from November 18–21. During the competition, finalist teams will take part in building sessions, workshops, mentoring, conference lectures, cultural activities, and final pitches.

Accommodation and meals are fully covered for the Top 10 finalist teams throughout the competition.

KEY DATES

Registration opens: September 1
Online qualification round: October 5–11
Finalists announced: October 15
Final Weekend in Vilnius: November 18–21

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LET THE WHY

SPARK THE HOW

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Experience business development in practice and move from an initial idea to pitch-ready solution

Receive direct input from mentors, industry professionals, business experts, and referees - understand what works, what needs improvement, and how your idea can become stronger

Add skills like initiative, entrepreneurship, teamwork, international exposure, and the ability to work on impact-driven business ideas to your portfolio

Register your team for Creative Shock 2026 and take the first step toward building an original business solution aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals

READY TO TURN YOUR IDEA INTO IMPACT?

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