SOHJO HACKS Hackathon 2026 Business Joensuu

SOHJO HACKS - The Most Luminous Hackathon in Finland

SOHJO HACKS is an international hackathon where bold minds, cutting-edge research, and visionary companies collide to co-create solutions for the challenges of tomorrow.

It’s a playground for innovation – a launchpad for ideas that can reshape industries, spark investments, and push the future forward.

In 2026, SOHJO HACKS zooms in on digital border security and advanced technologies – tackling the frontier where innovation meets real-world impact.

SOHJO HACKS 2026 challenges will be revealed on this page in early 2026 – stay curious and get ready to hack! 

SOHJO HACKS - 25–26 March 2026 at UEF Campus in Joensuu

At SOHJO HACKS, teams from across disciplines and borders will turn bright ideas into real solutions. Over two intense days, participants will prototype, pitch, and compete for awards, partnerships, and post-event development opportunities.

Hosted at the University of Eastern Finland campus in Joensuu, the hackathon offers access to top-tier mentors, collaborative workspaces, and cutting-edge technology and data resources. Winning teams get the amazing chance to shine: they will receive awards and continued support through Business Joensuu’s growth services and the Borderland Europe network – helping them transform ideas into impact.

Why you should join SOHJO HACKS

Who should join? 
  • Visionary companies from the industry sector, deep tech, health tech, ICT, forestry, and circular economy sectors
  • Research institutes and universities ready to collaborate beyond borders
    Ambitious startups and student teams eager to innovate, connect, and stand out on an international stage

Gain access to:

  • Mentors and expert guidance
  • Cutting-edge data and tech resources
  • Collaboration and funding opportunities
  • Post-hackathon development through Business Joensuu and Borderland Europe network – transforming ideas into impact.
SOHJO HACKS Hackathon 2025 Award Ceremony | Powered by Business Joensuu

Catch the SOHJO HACKS vibes!

See what last year’s innovators created and get inspired for SOHJO HACKS 2026. Explore the challenges and videos below! 

Professional HACK challenges 2025:

  • Joensuu’s Schjerfbeck Estate Challenge
  • Real World GenAI
  • Digital Photonics City

Student HACK challenges 2025:

  • Enhancing the Circulation of Household items in Student Housing
  • Sustainable Travel Chains to Campuses

SOHJO HACKS – Powered by innovation

SOHJO HACKS 2026 is organized as part of the SOHJO 2026 International Business Festival – Finland’s coolest arena for entrepreneurship, technology, creativity, and innovation. The initiative is powered by the projects “Strengthening the Competitive Conditions for the Creative Industries” and “ICT Hub Joensuu” by Business Joensuu, co-funded by the Regional Council of North Karelia and the European Union.

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