# Event Details - **Event Name**: Coding.Waterkant 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 06 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: The event to push your machine learning expertise to the next level and network with other like-minded people.About this EventCoding.Waterkant 2026 will once again bring together the machine learning and AI community in Kiel.For one week, the historic MFG5 site in Kiel-Holtenau becomes a collaborative playground where participants work on projects, attend workshops about the newest trends and topics in Machine Learning and AI, exchange ideas and build new collaborations — all in a relaxed festival atmosphere right by the Sea.What you can expectDuring Coding.Waterkant you will have the opportunity to:Dedicate four full days to machine learning and AI projectsWork together with developers, researchers and ML enthusiastsParticipate in hands-on workshops and technical sessionsReceive feedback from invited experts and fellow participantsExchange knowledge with the communityPresent your work at the final project presentationsThe event combines deep work, learning and networking with the relaxed atmosphere of the Baltic Sea.Bring your own project, spontaneously join a project team, or start something new on-site.? This year’s question: How green can you code?Together with DigitalHub.SH, we’re putting a spotlight on Green Coding and sustainable software development.If you’re working on projects around energy-efficient systems, sustainable AI or green software, bring them along.And if not — that’s perfectly fine too. We are open to all kind of projects and new ideas usually emerge right at the water anyway.See projects from 2025 here. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/fc16ec70-77b6-11f1-b2b4-69b6988c976e-rimg-w1200-h372-dcd3d7d9-gmir.jpg Time commitmentParticipants are expected to:attend the full program Tuesday–Fridayjoin the opening reception on Monday eveningparticipate in project presentations on Fridaytake part in shared meals and networking activities PrerequisitesBasis or advanced machine learning knowledge and coding skills are recommendedExperienced programmers without ML background are also welcome as an entry point into the ML communityParticipants should bring a project or join an existing oneAll participants are required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to ensure an open co-working environment. This is mandatory for participation in certain projects.Educational leaveParticipants from Germany may apply for Bildungsurlaub (educational leave) depending on the regulations of their federal state.AccommodationSleeping accommodations are available on-site for participants from outside Kiel.Event scheduleMonday – Opening & Kick-offParticipants arrive at the venue and the week begins with an opening reception at 6:00 pm including a Key Note and a shared dinner.This is the moment to meet other participants, exchange first ideas and get an overview of the week ahead.Tuesday – Project pitches & team buildingTuesday morning starts with project pitches.Participants who bring their own project will briefly introduce their idea.Afterwards everyone can:join a project teamwork on their own projectstart a new project with othersFrom this point on, teams begin working on their projects.Tuesday – Thursday – Build, learn, collaborateThe core of Coding.Waterkant takes place from Tuesday to Thursday.During these days participants will:work on their projects in small teamsattend technical workshops and expert sessionsreceive feedback from invited experts and fellow participantsexchange knowledge with the communityEvenings include informal networking and community activities.Friday – Presentations & closingOn Friday, all teams present their projects and results to the community.This final session gives participants the chance to:showcase their workexchange feedbackconnect with potential collaborators for future projectsThe event concludes with a closing session and community gathering.Full catering is included on all event days.See event schedule here. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/ff683a50-77b6-11f1-b2b4-69b6988c976e-rimg-w1200-h416-dc030504-gmir.jpg Join us at the WaterkantJuly 6–10, 2026Kiel-Holtenau, MFG5 GeländeA week of coding, machine learning, collaboration and Baltic Sea atmosphere.Organized by opencampus.sh & Waterkant FestivalSupported by DigitalHub.SH & Ariva.de - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kiel/codingwaterkant-2026/100001984556221080 - **Event Categories**: workshops, it, festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - door_time: 2026-07-06T15:00:00Z - Duration: 23 hours - Location: Waterkant Festival - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 20, max: 500, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: Kiel - **state**: SH - **country**: Germany - **location**: Waterkant Festival - **lat**: 54.3779976 - **long**: 10.1662011 - **full address**: Waterkant Festival, MFG-5-Gelände, Halle 51, Kiel, Germany ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Coding.Waterkant 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/cf5f68cc01bf25a75e7a27be78199bed5b8189bbaff8a5febfdaab61fa4d7333-rimg-w986-h1430-dc181813-gmir.jpg?v=1773461053 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Coding.Waterkant 2026 being held? - **A:** Coding.Waterkant 2026 takes place on Mon, 06 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Waterkant Festival, MFG-5-Gelande, Halle 51, Kiel, Germany. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Coding.Waterkant 2026? - **A:** Coding.Waterkant 2026 is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Coding.Waterkant 2026? - **A:** Coding.Waterkant 2026 is organized by Waterkant Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Coding.Waterkant 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kiel, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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