9-DAY AI HACKATHON

LAPATHON
2026

Build Agentic Solutions with Large Language Models

January 9-18, 2026
Ukrainian Catholic University & Online
Applications open until December 25, 2025
100
Participants
9 Days
Duration
Hybrid
Format
Real
Business Cases
Organized by AI Meetups Community (1000+ members)
What is Lapathon?

From Idea to Agentic Solution in 9 Days

Lapathon is an intensive hackathon focused on building agentic solutions using large language models, specifically Lapa LLM (Ukrainian tune of Gemma model). Transform ideas into working prototypes by tackling real business cases, working with dedicated mentors, and learning rapid prototyping.

Real Business Cases

Don't just build for fun. Solve actual challenges provided by partner companies and create impact.

Lapa LLM Focus

Build with the cutting-edge Ukrainian-tuned Gemma model and explore agentic workflows.

Dedicated Mentors

Get expert guidance. Each team works closely with mentors to refine technical and product decisions.

Essential Information

Participants
100 expected
Format
Hybrid (Offline & Online)
Venue
Ukrainian Catholic University, Lviv
Hackathon Dates
January 9-17, 2026

Key Dates

Jan 9
Opening Ceremony @ UCU
Jan 9-17
Hackathon Week (Hybrid)
Jan 19
Closing & Demo Day @ UCU

Event Timeline

January 9

Opening Session

Kick off at UCU. Meet your team, get briefed on business cases, and start brainstorming solutions.

January 9-17

Hackathon Week

Build, prototype, iterate. Daily standups, mentor sessions, and deep work to bring your agentic solution to life.

January 19

Closing Session

Final presentations and winner announcements at UCU. Showcase your product to judges and partners.

Program

What You'll Experience

More than just coding - a complete product development journey.

Rapid Prototyping

Master the art of building POCs and MVPs fast. Learn to validate assumptions quickly.

Real Cases

Work on actual challenges from partner companies. Solving real problems matters.

Indie to Product

Learn how to transform pet projects into viable real-world products.

Team Mentorship

Dedicated mentors guide each team throughout the entire hackathon process.

How Projects Are Judged

Idea
33%

Innovation, creativity, and relevance to the business case.

Realization
33%

Technical execution, functionality, code quality, and use of LLMs.

Presentation
34%

Communication, delivery, demo quality, and business viability.

Our Partners

Providing real business cases, mentorship, and support to make this event possible.

Genesis
UCU Applied Sciences Faculty & DataX

Interested in partnering? Contact us at david@ai-meetups.com

Ready to Build the Future?

Join 100 participants in 9 days of intensive AI innovation.
Applications are open now.

Limited spots available