Fri—Sun25–27 September 2026
From concept to creation
in one weekendEng Core (Rata) building, University of Canterbury
Run by Lumin · Supported by Appetise and OpenAI
Join the second SaaSathon: A weekend hackathon for university students in Christchurch. Team up and build a real SaaS product using AI-powered coding tools. From idea to launch in 48 hours. Supported by Appetise and OpenAI.
Eng Core (Rata) building, University of Canterbury
63 Creyke Road, Ilam
Free entry
Process
Step 1: Register
Step 2: Form a team
Step 3: Ship it
Frequently
asked questions
25–27 September 2026 at the Eng Core (Rata) building, University of Canterbury.
SaaSathon is a hackathon where teams design, build, and ship a working SaaS product from scratch over the course of the event. Think less "prototype demo," more "something you could actually charge money for on Monday."
Yes — free entry for all university students in Christchurch.
SaaSathon is open to all university students in Christchurch.
No. You can register solo and form or join a team once you're in. Join our Discord to find teammates before the event.
Teams can be 3–6 people. You can register solo and team up later, or come in with a crew already formed.
Laptop, charger, and a water bottle. We'll handle the rest.
Prize details for the September event will be announced by the organisers.
Email an organiser at justus.huneke@luminpdf.com.
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