How it works
The Fall Fest runs from 19 October to 7 November across four phases: the opening premiere, development, closing showcases, and international challenges.
Fall Fest begins
19 October 2026 · 6:00 PM
Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi
How it works
The Fall Fest begins with an opening session, followed by development and closing showcases on 31 October and 1 November. International challenges round out the Fest on 7 November with Quantum Cybersecurity and Quantum in Media.
A hybrid kickoff session at Khalifa University, also available online internationally. Participants will be introduced to the Fall Fest, the challenge tracks, and what to expect during the two weeks ahead.
An introduction to the Qiskit Fall Fest, the event structure, and the two-week development period.
An overview of the different challenge tracks and the areas participants will be able to explore.
Phase 02
From Opening Day to the closing showcase
Participants work on their track challenges over the development period, with workshops, technical sessions, mentorship, and other guidance from organizers and track partners. Some tracks may include intermediate submissions or shortlisting ahead of the closing showcase. Quantum in the Metaverse runs as a single-day, in-person challenge at Khalifa University’s MetaHub Lab on 30 October 2026. Quantum Foundations takes place entirely in person at Khalifa University on 31 October 2026, with individual participation for high school students.
Participants develop their projects and work toward the requirements of their chosen track.
Tracks may include workshops, technical sessions, mentorship, and other support throughout the development period.
Some tracks may include an intermediate submission or shortlisting stage before the closing showcase.
Phase 03
31 October – 1 November 2026
The development period concludes with project showcases, coding competitions, and final track activities. Participants present their work, compete in challenges, and come together for the announcement of track winners.
Participants present and demo their completed projects in the format appropriate to their track.
Participants put their skills to the test through live coding challenges and competitions.
Winners of the closing showcase tracks and competitions are announced.
Phase 04
7 November 2026
Explore the international tracks online through the Quantum Cybersecurity CTF and Quantum in Media. See each track for its participation and submission details.
An online Capture the Flag competition focused on quantum cybersecurity and quantum cryptography. Competition timings and platform access will be shared by email.
Create images, sound, video, games or apps with Moth Quantum’s media engines. See the track page for submission details.
19 October – 7 November 2026 · Khalifa University
Whether you’re discovering quantum computing for the first time or looking to explore a new application, the Fall Fest is designed to welcome a range of backgrounds and experience levels.
Each track has its own registration. Open a track for its registration details.
