hackathon

Scholz & Volkmer GmbH
Schwalbacher Straße 72
65183 Wiesbaden, Germany

As part of the WDC2026 claim "Design for Democracy," an interdisciplinary hackathon is being held that brings together creative minds from the fields of design, content, and programming. The goal is to develop new creative and digital approaches to make democracy visible, understandable, and tangible.

Collaborative teams will develop visual, interactive, or data-based concepts that address democratic values, social issues, and forms of participation. The results will be presented on a large-format LED display in a public space – at the Schlachthof Wiesbaden – thus making democracy accessible to a broad audience beyond institutional spaces. This can be achieved, for example, through interactive elements that involve passers-by, mood-based representations that reflect local data, or artistic interventions that stimulate dialogue.

The visualization in urban space serves as a catalyst for exchange and discussion, connecting creative processes with the urban public sphere.

The hackathon will take place over two days:
June 26 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
and June 27 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Register for free at hackathons-vde

Organization and presentation of results:
WerkRaum, Langgasse 5-9, 65183 Wiesbaden

Education, Culture & Media, Public Space