an Official Basecamp Tech Fest Event™
Where Innovation
Meets Intention
Build technology that builds community.
Thu-Fri • September 4-5, 2025 • Boise, Idaho
an Official
Basecamp Tech Fest Event™
Where Innovation
Meets Intention
Build technology that builds community.
Thu-Fri • September 4-5, 2025 • Boise, Idaho
Build Technology That Builds Community.
The Northstar Hackathon™ is the official hackathon of Basecamp Tech Fest™, bringing together the region's most innovative developers, designers, and community builders for two days of purpose-driven creation.
Through our educational partnership with CodeWorks®, participants gain access to expert mentorship while tackling real challenges from local organizations. This isn't your typical hackathon focused on flashy features—it's where your coding skills become community impact. From accessibility solutions to tools for local nonprofits, from platforms that connect neighbors to systems that serve underrepresented populations, every line of code you write has the potential to strengthen the fabric of our community.
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Two days. Real problems. Real solutions. Cash prizes for teams that create real impact. Be part of the hackathon where your code creates community.
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A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY
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Partner with the Northstar Hackathon™ and Basecamp Tech Fest™ and connect with the next generation of community-minded developers. Through our collaboration with CodeWorks®, you'll gain direct access to skilled programmers, designers, and innovators who understand that the best technology serves real human needs.
Show Your Company's Values
alongside authentic community impact
Recruit
from a curated pool of purpose-driven technologists
Align Your Brand
with Basecamp Tech Fest's™ growing regional influence
Support Innovative Solutions
that strengthen local communities
Let's build something meaningful together.
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Innovation & connection
Innovation's New Address
Boise isn't trying to become the next Silicon Valley—it's building something better.
#2 U.S. Tech Job Growth
87% Lower Operating Costs vs. Silicon Valley
5.7% Annual Tech Sector Growth
$15B Micron Facility Investment
This is what tech innovation looks like when it stays connected to real communities.
