Mamuk.ai is a recurring AI hackathon series in Victoria, BC. We pair builders with real industry challenges — not toy projects.
About Mamuk
Mamuk originates from the Nootka language of Vancouver Island and became the most versatile action word in Chinook Jargon — the Pacific Northwest's shared trade language built for collaboration across cultures.
Every event focuses on a real industry vertical with real business challenges. Build something in 6 hours. Present it. Win. The best work leads to paid contracts with businesses who need what you built.
Engineers, data people, designers, founders — if you make things, this is for you.
Hackathon #1
Build AI use cases for a hockey and sports franchise. Fan engagement, performance analytics, arena operations — real problems from a real venue. Winner announced at the Victoria Royals halftime show.
Date
Feb 26, 2026
Time
11 AM – 5 PM
Venue
Victoria Royals Arena
Format
40 builders, teams of 2
Challenge Tracks
AI-powered fan experiences, content automation, interactive features, real-time trivia.
Player and team data analysis, decision support systems, strategic insights.
Smart venue management, scheduling optimization, logistics and operations AI.
How it works
Curated selection, not open registration. We want serious builders who ship.
Teams of 2. Bring your own partner or get matched with someone complementary.
6 hours of focused building. Real challenge brief from an industry partner. No fluff.
Live judging. Prizes. Winner announced at the Victoria Royals halftime show.
Schedule
Intro & Kickoff
Welcome, challenge brief, team formation
Building Time
3.5 hours of focused hacking
Team Presentations
Each team demos what they built
Judging & Awards
Panel evaluation, feedback, prizes
Winner Announcement
Featured at Victoria Royals halftime show
Judging Criteria
Innovation & Creativity
Original approach to the problem. Surprise us.
Technical Execution
Does it work? How well is it built?
Business Viability
Could a team or venue actually use this?
Presentation Quality
Clear story. Clear demo. Clear impact.
Rules & Eligibility
Teams of 2. Bring a partner or get matched.
You must apply and be accepted. This is curated, not first-come-first-served.
All skill levels welcome — you just need to bring something to contribute. Code, design, strategy, domain expertise.
Bring your own laptop and any tools you prefer.
Prizes
Prize pool details coming soon. Interested in sponsoring the prize pool? Get in touch.
FAQ
Yes. Lunch and snacks are covered so you can focus on building.
No problem. Apply solo and we'll match you with someone complementary during team formation.
Not necessarily. We want diverse teams — designers, strategists, domain experts, and developers all add value. But you need to contribute.
Yes. Victoria Royals Arena has parking available. Details will be shared with accepted participants.
That's the plan. Hackathon wraps at 5 PM, and the winner gets announced at halftime. Ticket details coming soon.
The best projects may lead to paid contracts with businesses through our partner network. This isn't a one-day exercise — it's a launchpad.
40 spots. Curated selection. Apply now and tell us what you bring to the table.
We review applications within 48 hours.
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