38 meetups in 8 countries: 14 social, 16 conference, 4 organization / chapter, 4 makerspace / community.
BSides in Albania! 5 years going strong, and other than talks, there are also workshops for those interested. However for 2026 it is postponed, new date to be decided.
Established Security conference in Sydney, initially established in 2019 and still going strong!
French BSides event with a specialization in OT Security. Sessions primarily in French, English is also welcome.
One of the largest and longest lasting cybersecurity conferences in the world. Held in Germany after the Christmas holidays until the New Year.
The largest BurbSec chapter, in Logan Square. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.
Italian cybersecurity conference that's been going on since 2013. With speakers in Italian and English.
One of the largest and longest running (20 years) cybersecurity conferences in Poland.
A regular conference in the Dallas Fort Worth area, and has been going since 2010
Local cybersecurity conference with an emphasis on the defensive arts and techniques in our industry.
BSides312 brings together security professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts for an unforgettable day of learning and networking — held the day after THOTCON, so it's easy to make a full weekend of it.
The largest BurbSec chapter, in Logan Square. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.
Casual social meetup for security folks. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.
Long running winter security conference in Chicago. Previously held on the IIT campus. It's aimed at all professionals and students a like.
Regional DCG meetup for DCG312
Need a cheap computer? Want to donate your old equipment? Or want to help out by making sure people in need get their own working computer, since we live in a society that doing anything without one is almost impossible.
One of Chicago's longest running maker spaces, offering a wide range of fun things to learn and do.
Location is subject to change, but the previous event's is marked here. One of the original conferences held in Chicago for over a decade at this point.
Casual social meetup for security folks. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.
The Denver meet-up is designed specifically to be a social gathering. There are no presentations or slide decks and sales pitches are discouraged. All are welcome -- even if you're not working in the industry!
The largest BurbSec chapter, in Logan Square. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.
The Orange County 2600 group. Meetings usually held at the 23b Hackerspace.
Long running makerspace in the western Chicago suburbs (since 2010).
Well established and regarded infosec conference in Michigan. Held yearly for well over a decade.
The largest BurbSec chapter, in Logan Square. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.
Casual social meetup for security folks. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.
A major Orange County security and hacking group, associated with the local 2600 group. Presenting projects is welcome and expected!
Probably one of the most well known of the BSides events across the world. A fixture during Hacker Summer Camp.
The largest BurbSec chapter, in Logan Square. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.
Local DEF CON Groups meet year-round worldwide; see defcon.org for a group near you.
One of the oldest hacker meetings in the US, going onto 25 years. Held at Philippes.
CypherCon is Wisconsin’s largest technology, cybersecurity, and hacker conference, bringing together information security professionals, hackers, technology leaders, creators, artists, makers, and curious innovators.
The largest BurbSec chapter, in Logan Square. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.
Casual social meetup for security folks. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.
Chicago chapter of ISSA, which is very active locally and at local conferences. Regularly helps out students and people new to the field.
Long running Makerspace in Silicon Valley, since 2009. It has changed locations over the years, but a great place to check out!
Casual social meetup for security folks: no dues, no presentations, no recruiters. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.
Casual social meetup for security folks. Check the Meetup page for the current venue.