Romathon

A hackathon to build Rome in a day

Romathon is an in-person hackathon held in the Testaccio district of Rome, featuring a challenge that is as simple as it is ambitious: transforming an idea into a real, functional digital product within a single day. The event, debuting in 2026, is designed to be accessible to everyone, even those with no prior programming experience, thanks to the use of AI-assisted development tools like Lovable.

Where and when

The event takes place at Urbe Hub, a space dedicated to technological innovation located within the Città dell'Altra Economia, at Largo Dino Frisullo, in the heart of the former Mattatoio of Testaccio. Situated in the Municipality of Rome, within the Metropolitan City of Rome Capital (Lazio Region), Urbe Hub is a landmark for developers, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts. The workday is concentrated into four intense hours, from the early afternoon until the final pitches.

How it works

Participants can join as individuals or in teams of up to four people. After an application and selection phase, admitted participants have the day to develop their project, supported by the community and mentors on-site. At the end, each team presents their work with a live pitch in front of the audience and the jury.

Challenge categories

• AI & Productivity: tools that make work, study, or daily life faster and smarter.
• Local Impact: applications designed for Rome, its residents, visitors, and neighborhoods.
• Wild Card: creative, unusual, or fun projects that don't fit into any specific category.

Prizes and recognition

The winners of each category receive a month of free coworking at Urbe Hub, an individual mentorship session with a Lovable expert, and visibility for their creation within the community. More than just a competition, Romathon is an opportunity for connection and growth for the capital's tech scene.

A milestone in the Roman innovation scene

Organized by Living Off AI in collaboration with Urbe Hub, Romathon is part of the vibrant wave of events dedicated to artificial intelligence and new technologies animating Rome. The setting of the Città dell'Altra Economia, a symbolic place for sustainable and participatory economy in Testaccio, adds a strong connection to the local territory and its community.