Registration is open, and the 2024 NASA Space Apps Challenge is right around the corner on October 5-6, 2024! We are excited to collaborate with NASA Heliophysics to celebrate the Helio Big Year with this year's theme, "The Sun Touches Everything,” and to be joined by 15 global Space Agency Partners.
Last year, 57,999 registered participants from 152 countries and territories joined the NASA Space Apps Challenge, continuing to make it the largest annual global hackathon. This 2-day event is a unique opportunity for innovative and creative minds to address challenges we face on Earth and in space using free and open data from NASA and space-based data from Space Agency Partners.
Register Today!
Register for the NASA Space Apps Challenge and join a global community of problem solvers, scientists, artists, educators, and entrepreneurs. You'll have the chance to:
- Collaborate with participants from diverse backgrounds and skill levels.
- Work on meaningful projects that address pressing challenges on Earth and in space.
- Access data and resources provided by NASA and Space Agency Partners.
- Connect with like-minded individuals and industry experts.
- Participate for the chance to win one of ten Global Awards.
At NASA Space Apps, there’s always space for one more. We provide the opportunity for you to participate in-person or virtually. You can find a Local Event in your area to participate and if there isn't a Local Event near you, don't worry! The Universal Event allows you to join virtually from anywhere in the world, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to contribute and innovate. Register Today and Choose a Local Event!
Watch our How to Register video for more information on registering, selecting a Local Event, and accessing other resources.
Global Collaboration with Space Agency Partners
NASA Space Apps serves as a pathway to international collaboration by connecting cities and countries around the globe. Alongside NASA’s free and open data, Space Agency Partners help provide additional spaced-based data for participants to use. These partnerships reflect the global nature of the NASA Space Apps Challenge and the collaborative spirit that drives innovation. This year, we are thrilled to be joined by 15 Space Agency Partners, including:
- Australian Space Agency
- Brazilian Space Agency
- Canadian Space Agency
- Communications, Space & Technology Commission of Saudi Arabia
- European Space Agency
- Indian Space Research Organization
- Italian Space Agency
- Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency
- Mexican Space Agency
- National Space Activities Commission of Argentina
- National Space Science Agency of Bahrain
- Paraguayan Space Agency
- South African National Space Agency
- Spanish Space Agency
- Turkish Space Agency
Forming Your Dream Team and Choosing a Challenge
Participation in the NASA Space Apps Challenge requires teamwork. Our challenges are crafted by NASA Subject Matter Experts who provide their expertise and experiences to author these challenges. Whether you are a designer, coder, or storyteller, beginner or advanced, there is a challenge for you. Gather your friends or connect with new people to choose a challenge and form a team!
Challenges and team formation will be available starting August 22, 2024! For more information, read our Participant FAQ.
Connect with #SpaceApps!
We look forward to seeing you on October 5-6, 2024! Join us for a global hackathon where you can innovate, collaborate, and address some of Earth and space's most pressing challenges. Stay connected with us for the latest updates!
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