# Hosting a Hackathon

## How can I start hosting a Hackathon?

Hosting a hackathon can be daunting but here on call2innovate, we've made it as seamless as possible for you. Start hosting by following these steps:

(Note: If you don't have a host account yet on call2innovate please go [Create a host Account](/get-started/create-a-host-account.md) page and follow the instructions on how to create one.)

1. Once you have a hosting account, go to "My Hackathons" tab and click on the "Host a Hackathon" button <br>

   <figure><img src="/files/FdYLytaSIFKCRUg4xUSC" alt=""><figcaption><p>Host a Hackathon button</p></figcaption></figure>

2. After clicking the button, you will be redirected to the hackathon creation form. \
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   The hackathon consists of 7 forms that will be explained individually here in call2innovate's help center. To give you a quick overview here's a summary of the forms in the hackathon creation.

   * [**Essentials Form**](/hosting-a-hackathon/hosting-a-hackathon/essentials-form.md) **-** This form collects all the basic information required to set up your hackathon. From hackathon name to hackathon type. This is the foundational step to make sure your hackathon is defined and identifiable by participants.
   * [**Rules and Challenges Form**](/hosting-a-hackathon/hosting-a-hackathon/rules-and-challenges-form.md) - This form outlines the rules and guidelines the participants must follow, as well as the challenges or themes they will be addressing.
   * [**Registration Form**](/hosting-a-hackathon/hosting-a-hackathon/registration-form.md) - This form sets the registration process needed for participants and allows you to gather information from those signing up for your hackathon.
   * [**Submission Form**](/hosting-a-hackathon/hosting-a-hackathon/submission-form.md) - This form defines how and what the participant must submit their answers/projects to the challenge.
   * [**Timeline**](/hosting-a-hackathon/hosting-a-hackathon/timeline-form.md) - This form provides the detailed timeline of the hackathon. This helps participants stay on track throughout the hackathon
   * [**Judging Details**](/hosting-a-hackathon/hosting-a-hackathon/judging-details-form.md) - This form outlines the criteria and process for judging the submissions and the judges who will take part in the hackathon
   * [**Prizes**](/hosting-a-hackathon/hosting-a-hackathon/prizes-form.md)- This form details the prizes and rewards for the hackathon.&#x20;
   * Preview - This option lets the host see the landing page before publishing the hackathon.

   Filling out these forms accurately and comprehensively will ensure that your hackathon will be well-organized and communicated to participants, leading to a successful event.

3. Once you're sure of all the details, click the "Publish" button to make your hackathon appear on call2innovate's page.&#x20;

(Note: You can save your progress by clicking on the "Save as Draft" visible on every form or click on the "Preview" button to see how it looks)


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