Parallel workshop tracks running throughout the afternoon — a 3-hour design hackathon, portfolio and interview preparation, and a community roundtable with NYC's leading design organizations. Choose your track and go deep.
Supporter ticket holders ($150+) get first pick. Workshop sign-ups open to Supporters one week before General Admission. If a workshop fills during the priority window, a waitlist opens for remaining ticket types. Everyone pays the same workshop add-on fee — Supporters simply get first access.
Designers and developers team up to build AI-powered creative tools, prototypes, or experiences in a 3-hour continuous hackathon. Teams pitch their work at the Design Pitch Competition immediately after. Best Hackathon Project wins a physical award on stage.
Two focused segments — Brand/Visual Design and Product/UI/UX — covering portfolio presentation and interview readiness, followed by open Q&A. Bring your portfolio for real-time feedback.
A hands-on lecture exploring the intersection of craft and computation — where traditional making meets modern tooling. Discover how weaving patterns and algorithmic thinking share a common thread.
A candid roundtable on who is shaping the future of design — access, mentorship, representation, and what these organizations are doing to change the landscape. Open discussion format.
Select your workshop(s) and provide your ticket info. The hackathon runs 3:00–6:00 PM (full afternoon). Other tracks run in Slot 1 (3:00 PM) and Slot 2 (5:10 PM).
Supporter ticket holders are placed first. Remaining spots are filled from the general pool. We notify you within 48 hours.
Once accepted, you'll receive a payment link for the $45 add-on per workshop. Your spot is locked once payment is complete.
Select which track(s) you'd like to join. The hackathon runs the full afternoon; other workshops run in two slots. We'll confirm placement based on ticket tier and availability.
Thank you for signing up for workshops at Future of NYC Design 2026. We'll review your selection and get back to you within 48 hours with your placement status and payment link.