2025 best cybersecurity events to add to your calendar

Because cyberattacks are happening more and more often, when people think of cybersecurity, it’s often associated with negative emotions like fear and anxiety. And these threats are becoming more sophisticated, dangerous, and expensive every single year.

But if staff in your organization feel fearful or anxious, it means that there’s an opportunity for you to help them. By becoming a cybersecurity expert and setting up a strong cybersecurity defense setup, you can keep their fears at bay.

That’s why, if you’re a cyber professional, you need to constantly be learning. That way, you’ll stay on top of the most recent developments in the cybersecurity world and not fall behind when it comes to how to protect your organization from bad actors. While for beginners, taking a cybersecurity course is a great way to educate yourself, it only goes so far.

That’s why staying up to date with the latest techniques (on both the defense and attack sides) in cybersecurity is important, and what better way to learn than by attending a cybersecurity conference?

But there are a lot of cybersecurity conferences to consider, and it can get overwhelming. That’s why today we’re going to go over the best cybersecurity conferences that you should consider attending in 2025. 

Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2025

Gartner’s Security & Risk Management Summit had over 5,000 attendees in 2024, making it one of the largest annual gatherings of cybersecurity professionals in North America. And the 2025 conference is expected to attract 5,000 attendees again, possibly even more. 

Needless to say, the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit is a must-attend event for CISOs, security directors and architects, risk management specialists, and network and data security managers.

The world’s pre-eminent research firm, Gartner is a cyber thought leader and the ideal host for a conference that brings together the leading minds and drivers of cybersecurity. The week-long event includes workshops, roundtables, one-on-one meetings, and “Ask the Expert” sessions, alongside a wealth of networking and partner-building opportunities. 

Continuing on from last year’s themes, expect to hear the latest industry trends and challenges, including AI integration in cyber, governmental organizations’ cybersecurity, operational leadership, business resilience, and more, from Gartner experts and keynote speakers.

Gartner puts this type of conference on in just about every continent, so we recommend taking a look at their website if you’re not from North America. There may just be a conference in your backyard.

When: June 9th – 15th, 2025

Where: National Harbor, MD

Price: $4,025 – $4,750 depending on when you purchase and the industry you work in

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RSA Conference 2025

The RSA Conference 2025 is uniting under the powerful theme of “Many Voices. One Community”. We love the cybersecurity (and IT in general) community, and love that RSA focuses so much on the community aspect.

One thing that the RSA event does exceptionally well is it provides a space for collaboration, innovation, and relationship-building around the professional cybersecurity community, in line with their theme. 

The impact of the annual conference is evident when you look into who attends the RSA Conference each year. Forty percent are C-level executives, VPs or directors; 37% have more than 10 years of experience in the cyber industry, and nearly a third of attendees are authorizers of purchases in their organizations.

For comprehensive industry discussions and insights on information security, cloud security, AI and machine learning, data privacy, and more, with the unique sense of community that only RSA can provide, it’s definitely one of the current cybersecurity events to blog about and to attend.

When: April 28th – May 1st, 2025

Where: Moscone Center, San Francisco

Price: $99 – $2,995 depending on ticket and purchase date

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IOT Solutions World Congress

For everything IoT, the must-visit cybersecurity event is IoT Solutions World Congress, with an agenda that revolves exclusively around IoT, AI, and digital transformation. In fact, it’s the world’s first event centered on IoT and security, where over 11,000 visitors from 100+ countries come together to explore cutting-edge industry trends and the latest solutions in AI, VR, AR, 5G, Big Data, and cloud computing.

For cyber pros and enterprises, there are endless opportunities for knowledge sharing and networking, including the global networking event and co-located Barcelona Cybersecurity Congress, where attendees take a deep dive into critical cyber solutions and how to build a resilient future.

When: May 13th – 15th, 2025

Where: Gran Via Venue, Barcelona

Price: €150 –  €400 depending on which ticket you choose

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Black Hat USA

If you’re looking for a hands-on, technical cybersecurity conference, look no further than Black Hat USA in Las Vegas as your go-to event. The six-day program kicks off with several days of practical training in the latest security methods and tools, followed by the main conference, hosting a range of selected technical briefings, vulnerabilities research presentations, open-source tools demos, networking opportunities, and a collaboration-building Business Hall, all geared for security pros. 

If you’re considering attending Black Hat USA next year, be sure to keep an eye out for the release of the event’s KBYG (Know Before You Go) document. It contains everything from check-in info, details about in-person and virtual training, info about how to use the event app, and much more.

When: August 2nd – 7th, 2025

Where: Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas

Price: $2,699 – $3,399 depending on when you sign up

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Cyber Security World Asia

Dubbed “Asia’s most exciting cybersecurity event”, Cyber Security World Asia is a two-day exhibition and conference that opens the door to the latest businesses, technologies, and trends in the cyber industry in Asia. 

Attended by over 20,000 visitors, including more than 3,000 VIPs from Fortune 500 companies and world-leading brands, the event features keynotes from leading cyber experts and thought leaders across the continent. The full gamut of cyber topics is covered here, from trends and forecasts, to the latest innovations and enterprise solutions, as well as hands-on best practices and cyber tactics that are in play now or upcoming.

Cyber Security World Asia is also a part of Tech Week Singapore. This means that attending CSWA means you can also check out seven leading technology events at the same venue, covering cloud computing, Big Data & AI, DevOps, and more. One trip to Singapore, up to 7 different conference topics…that’s value!

When: October 8th & 9th, 2025

Where: Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore

Price: Free

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DEF CON 33 (2025)

DEF CON 33, one of the world’s most iconic hacker conventions, is back with its signature blend of cutting-edge research, hands-on learning, and community-driven innovation. Known for its unconventional approach to cybersecurity, DEF CON attracts IT pros and ethical hackers from all over the world.

This year’s event is focused on exploring how recent technologies like AI, quantum computing, and IoT are changing the way we do cybersecurity. Attendees can expect a packed agenda featuring live hacking demonstrations, vulnerability research presentations, and interactive workshops.

And they’ll be bringing back their fan favorite game, with the Capture the Flag (CTF) competition. It offers DEF CON 33 participants a chance to test their skills through pre-programmed challenges that mimic real-life hacking and defending scenarios.

And with over 30,000 attendees expected, you would have to actively try not to meet people in order to leave the conference without a new friend/connection. 

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a newcomer to the field, this event offers something for everyone. Packed with opportunities to learn, network, and collaborate, you’ll be glad you went.

When: August 7th – 10th, 2025

Where: Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall

Price: $460-$480

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Infosecurity Europe 2025

As Europe’s self-described “leading cybersecurity event”, Infosecurity Europe 2025 expects to bring together 15,000 – 20,000 attendees and almost 250 expert speakers who will be speaking on the main theme of “Driving Cybersecurity Resilience.” 

This three-day conference and exhibition aims to provide you with the latest strategies, technologies, and best practices to equip your cybersecurity strategy to better handle any possible threats. And with so many IT professionals in one place, you’re sure to meet interesting people from all over the place.

At Infosecurity Europe, you’ll very likely discover new tech that you can implement in your business to transform how your IT department functions. Whether it’s about protecting your bottom line or exploding your IT efficiency, you’re sure to find an interesting new piece of tech at Infosecurity Europe 2025.

Attendees will have access to 200+ expert-led sessions, including keynote speeches, panel discussions, and hands-on workshops. The event also features a dedicated Startup Zone, showcasing innovative solutions from emerging cybersecurity companies.

When: June 3rd – 5th, 2025

Where: ExCeL London, UK

Price: Free for standard access or £49 for fast-track pass

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After the cybersecurity conference ends, how will you handle IT security challenges?

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