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Storyblok x AWS Hackathon 2026 🇳🇱🇺🇸

Join developers and innovators at AWS HQ in Amsterdam on June 29–30, 2026 and New York on July 22–23, 2026 for two high-impact hackathon experiences.

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Global Hackathon Series

Pick your Hackathon Experience

Join us across two global locations for hands-on hackathons with Storyblok and AWS. Each edition brings together customers, partners and community members to build, share, and collaborate.

Amsterdam Edition 🇳🇱

  • Connect with developers, partners, and customers from across Europe.

  • Collaborate meaningfully in a focused, in-person setting.

  • Build and iterate quickly with direct access to mentors and experts.

  • Join us on June 29–30, 2026 in Amsterdam.

New York Edition 🇺🇸

  • Join a vibrant North American community of developers and partners.

  • Collaborate & connect with mentors to bring ideas to life quickly.

  • Build in a fast-paced environment with strong energy and momentum.

  • Take part on July 22–23, 2026 in New York.

Problem Statements

Pick a challenge, build your solution, and showcase what’s possible with the power of Storyblok.

  • Content Automation & AI Workflows

    Build intelligent workflows and automation tools that improve how teams create, manage, and optimize content in Storyblok using Storyblok FlowMotion, AI, and integrations.

  • Content Intelligence & Optimization

    Build tools that help teams measure, analyze, and improve the performance of digital content and experiences built with Storyblok.

  • Composable Experiences & Integrations

    Build innovative digital experiences by integrating Storyblok with platforms, services, and developer tools, including solutions built with the Storyblok MCP Server.

  • Design-to-Code & Developer Experience

    Build tools that reduce friction between design and development and streamline how digital experiences are designed, implemented, and maintained with Storyblok.

Inside the Storyblok Hackathon – London Recap

Check out highlights from last year’s hackathon, where teams built, collaborated, and shipped in just 30 hours.

  • 35 hackers participated, bringing together a diverse group of developers and builders to collaborate and create innovative solutions during the hackathon.

  • Participants formed 8 teams, working closely together to ideate, build, and deliver impactful projects within a limited timeframe.

  • Attendees represented 8 companies and partner agencies, including Virgin Media O2, Wind And Kite, Nearform, Barclays Bank, Ridgeway, Unified, Major Digital, and Cloudroit.

  • Teams built innovative projects in just 30 hours, showcasing rapid prototyping, creativity, and strong technical execution under time pressure

  • Supported by 10+ mentors, judges, and speakers, providing guidance, feedback, and expertise throughout the entire hackathon journey

  • All projects were powered by Storyblok, demonstrating what’s possible with modern composable architecture.

  • Read the full recap article and explore the winning projects.

  • Watch the video glimpse from last year's hackathon below.

What's at stake? Up to $10,000* in Prizes

Compete for exciting prizes, exclusive swag, and recognition for building innovative solutions.

*Prizes are location-based. The total prize pool is $10,000 (up to $5,000 per hackathon). Please refer to the FAQs for full T&Cs.

Grand Prize

Best Overall Project — $2,000

Awarded to the team that builds the most innovative and impactful project during the hackathon.

Runner–Up

Second Best Overall Project — $1,000

Awarded to the team that delivers an outstanding project demonstrating strong creativity and technical execution.


FlowMotion Automation

Best Workflow Innovation — $1,000*

Awarded to the project that best showcases powerful automation workflows built using Storyblok FlowMotion.


*Eligible for customers with access to FlowMotion

MCP Innovation

Best MCP Server Project — $1,000

Awarded to the most creative project that leverages the Storyblok MCP Server to build innovative integrations or developer tools.


Meet the Experts Behind the Hackathon

Connect with Storyblok engineers, mentors, judges, and organizers throughout the hackathon — including a dedicated hands-on workshop on Storyblok, FlowMotion, and MCP.

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Alejandro Jover Morales

Team Manager – Developer Experience

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Barry D'Arcy

VP of Partners

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Daniel Taylor

Global Head of CS

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Edoardo Dusi

Team Manager – DevRel & Community

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Jawaad Qureshi

Customer Success Team Lead

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Kile Lindgren

Solutions Architect at BizStream

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Rick Desilets Senior

Developer Relations Engineer

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Roselida Akoth Ochieng

Documentation Engineer II

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Roshni Bhogaita

Customer Success Manager

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Selina Estelle Tara Kelcz

Partner Marketing Manager

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Samuel Höra

Technical Lead at Vue

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Siddharth Dayalwal

Developer Community Specialist

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William Rossetti Giacomolli

Global Campaign Marketing Manager

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Bernhard Mayr

Senior Research Engineer

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Daniel Mendoza

Senior Developer Relations Engineer

Agentic Storyblok: Building Smarter with Storyblok, FlowMotion & MCP

Discover how Storyblok, FlowMotion, and MCP work together to power AI-driven content operations and modern digital experiences. Learn how AI assistants can interact directly with Storyblok through natural-language prompts, while FlowMotion helps automate content and delivery workflows to help teams build and ship faster.

Everything Planned for the Two Days Ahead

Here's a breakdown of what to expect across both days, from kickoff to project presentations and winner announcements.

All timings shown below are in the local timezone of the respective event location (Amsterdam or New York).

Day 1

9:30 - 10:00 | Event Opens

Get to the AWS offices.


10:00 - 10:30 | Check-in, Welcome & Icebreakers

Collect your badge, meet fellow participants, and get ready for the hackathon.


10:30 - 11:00 | Opening Remarks

Kickoff by the hosts, covering event goals and key information.


11:00 | Hacking Begins

Start building your hackathon project with your team.


11:30 - 12:15 | Workshop : Agentic Storyblok

Learn Building Smarter with Storyblok, FlowMotion & MCP.


13:00 - 14:00 | Lunch Break

Recharge with lunch and conversations with peers & mentors.


14:00 - 15:30 | Mentoring Round - 1

Get feedback and guidance from mentors on your early ideas.


16:30 - 16:45 | Day 1 Wrap Up

Quick summary of the day and plan for the next.


16:45 - 17:00 | Snacks

Light evening refreshments and informal networking.


18:00 onwards | Happy Hours

Join us for drinks & networking at the end of Day 1.

Day 2

9:30 - 10:00 | Event Opens

Get to the AWS offices.


10:00 - 10:15 | Day 2 Kick Off

Morning welcome, and updates before diving back into work.


11:00 - 13:00 | Mentoring Round - 2

Final round of feedback to refine your projects before submission.


13:00 | Soft Submission

Submit an initial draft for your project as a soft submission.


14:00 | Hard Submission / Hacking Ends

The final deadline to officially submit your project. No more changes in submission after this point.


14:00 - 14:45 | Lunch Break

Enjoy a well-deserved lunch before judging begins.


14:45 - 15:30 | Judging Begins

Present your project to judges and share your build journey.


16:00 - 16:45 | Closing Remarks

Announcements, winners, and thank-yous from the hosts.


16:45 - 17:00 | Snacks

Final round of snacks to wrap up the day.


17:00 - 17:30 | Photography & Good Byes

Capture memories, share smiles, and say goodbye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Need help? We got you covered.

  • 01 Who can participate?

    Anyone! Developers, marketers, content editors — anyone interested in building with Storyblok is welcome to apply.

  • 02 What can I build?

    Anything creative using Storyblok! You can choose from our predefined problem statements to bring your own ideas to life.

  • 03 What is the last date to apply?

    Applications close on June 15, 2026 for Amsterdam Hackathon and on July 8, 2026 for New York Hackathon. Make sure to apply before the deadline!

  • 04 How can I create/join a team?

    We’ll help you form or join a team during the in-person hackathon. Teams of up to 3 are allowed.

  • 05 Will there be mentors?

    Yes! Our mentors — including Storyblok team members and MVPs — will be available throughout the event to support you with technical help, idea validation, and guidance.

  • 06 How will judging work?

    Projects will be evaluated by a panel of judges based on

    • Innovation & Creativity: Original and unique approach that addresses a clear problem.
    • Execution & Complexity: Depth of implementation, code quality, and technical challenge involved.
    • Use of Storyblok: Effective and meaningful integration of Storyblok in the project.
    • Ease of Use: A user-friendly experience with clear design, documentation, and intuitive flow.
  • 07 What are the prizes?

    The total prize pool is of $10,000* and it is awarded across four categories:

    • Grand Prize — Best Overall Project ($2,000): Awarded to the team that builds the most innovative and impactful project during the hackathon.
    • Runner-Up — Second Best Overall Project ($1,000): Awarded to a team that delivers an outstanding project demonstrating strong creativity and technical execution.
    • FlowMotion Automation — Best Workflow Innovation ($1,000): Awarded to the project that best showcases automation workflows built using Storyblok FlowMotion. (Open to teams with FlowMotion access.)
    • MCP Innovation — Best MCP Server Project ($1,000): Awarded to the most creative project leveraging the Storyblok MCP Server to build innovative integrations or developer tools.

    *Prizes are location-based. The total prize pool is $10,000 (up to $5,000 per hackathon). Please refer to the full Terms & Conditions.

  • 08 How do I submit my project?

    Detailed submission instructions will be shared with you prior to the event via email.

  • 09 What are the Terms and Conditions?

    Please refer to the full Terms & Conditions of the hackathon for details on eligibility, prizes, and participation guidelines.

  • 10 Still have questions?

    Feel free to reach out to us at community@storyblok.com with the subject line: “Storyblok x AWS Hackathon Amsterdam/NewYork: Your Question”