// NASA_SPACE_APPS_CHALLENGE_2026
Register on the official site
Official registration happens on spaceappschallenge.org.
Local form
The fields have already been filled out, so the local form is disabled.
What is the NASA Space Apps Challenge?
It's the largest hackathon in the world. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people around the globe gather over a weekend to build solutions using NASA's open data.
Cartago joins for the sixth time with a local event open to students, professionals, and curious minds from any field — no prior coding or space experience required.
150+ countries building at once | 2026 edition | 100% free, always
How do I participate?
Official registration is mandatory and happens first on the NASA Space Apps site. The local form helps us better organize your arrival at the event.
STEP 1
Register on the official site
Every participant must first sign up at spaceappschallenge.org and select the Cartago event so their attendance counts officially.
STEP 2
Local form
The fields have already been filled out, so the local form is disabled.
STEP 3
Live the event
Show up on November 14–15, 2026, form a team, pick a challenge, and build your project in 48 hours.
Frequently asked questions
No, participation is completely free, both for official registration and the local event.
Yes, but they must be registered by a parent or legal guardian on the official site and be accompanied or authorized during the event.
It's not required. You can arrive solo and form a team on the day of the event, or register with a team you already have.
No. We're looking for development, design, data, business, and communication profiles. Diverse skills make stronger projects.
The Cartago event is in-person. Venue and schedule confirmation will be shared before the event to those who complete registration.