Coolest Projects Ireland 2026
Rated Intermediate, this free in-person showcase welcomes young technology creators aged 18 or under from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Individuals or teams of up to five present projects using code, computers or digital technology. The challenge is combining technical complexity with thoughtful design, usability and a clear explanation for judges and visitors.
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Official website ↗OVERALL COMPETITION LEVEL
Intermediate Level
4 evaluation dimensions have source-backed automatic scores; 0 dimensions need conflict review.
Competition overview
Key information
Eligible ages
Up to 18
School level
Young people aged 18 or under in Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland
Registration method
Individual Allowed
Competition stages
Project registration, in-person showcase, judging against coolness, complexity, presentation, communication, design and usability
Fee
Free
Online / in-person
In-person
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
Not yet announced by the organiser
Registration closes
Not yet announced by the organiser
Competition starts
25 Apr 2026
Competition ends
25 Apr 2026
Editorial perspective
Our Take
Free in-person digital making showcase at Explorium, Dublin. Projects must use code, computers, or digital technology; entries may be individual or teams up to five.