2025 Hacker and Cybersecurity Events Calendar

The world of cybersecurity and the hacker community is constantly evolving—every year, dozens of major events and conferences take place, bringing together professionals, enthusiasts, and young talents. Below is a selection of key events in this field for 2025, including international and regional events in Central Asia.

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Hack4Her — WIT Monterrey Hackathon 2025
Hack4Her is a hackathon focused on women in STEM fields. The event includes coding challenges, workshops, lectures, and networking. Registration for the event is now open.

When: June 14–15
Where: Mexico, Monterrey, Centro de Congresos del Tec de Monterrey

SpurHacks 2025
An intensive three-day hackathon for students and young developers, where participants create projects in AI, FinTech, and other modern technologies. Organizers provide mentors and support a creative atmosphere.

When: June 20–22
Where: Canada, Waterloo, Spur Campus

Data Hackfest by Major League Hacking, MLH
Data Hackfest is an online hackathon focused on developing projects using big data and analytics. Participants learn the latest data processing methods and create solutions for real-world problems. The event attracts students and professionals from around the world.

When: July 25–27
Where: online

Black Hat USA 2025
One of the world's leading cybersecurity conferences, offering intensive training sessions and presentations from leading industry experts. Participants will get acquainted with the latest threats and defense methods.

When: August 2–7
Where: online / USA, Las Vegas, Mandalay Bay Convention Center

DEF CON 33
The world's largest hacker conference, bringing together security specialists, hackers, and researchers to share knowledge and participate in competitions. This event is known for its informal and open atmosphere, as well as competitions, quizzes, and workshops.

When: August 7–10
Where: USA, Las Vegas, Las Vegas Convention Center

Blue Team Con 2025
A specialized conference for professionals involved in protecting information systems from cyberattacks. The main focus is on practical methods of monitoring, analysis, and threat prevention. The conference includes training sessions, talks, and workshops aimed at strengthening defensive strategies.
When: September 4–7
Where: USA, Chicago, Fairmont Chicago

IndoSec 2025
The largest cybersecurity conference in Indonesia, attracting experts from regional and international companies. Discussions cover modern threats, government policies, and protection technologies.

When: September 16–17
Where: Indonesia, Jakarta, The Ritz-Carlton

European Cyber Security Challenge, ECSC A prestigious European competition aimed at supporting and developing young talents in the field of cybersecurity. Participants from different countries compete in solving practical tasks and cases, demonstrating their skills and knowledge.

When: October 6–10
Where: Poland, Warsaw

InfoSec World 2025
InfoSec World offers a rich program of sessions and training covering modern challenges and trends in cybersecurity. Speakers are leading industry experts. The conference combines offline and online formats for maximum audience reach.

When: October 27–29
Where: online / USA, Florida, Lake Buena Vista, Disney's Coronado Springs Resort

KazHackStan 2025
The largest cybersecurity event in Central Asia, attracting professionals and experts from different countries. It includes competitions, workshops, and expert discussions aimed at developing the regional industry.

When: dates to be confirmed
Where: Almaty, Kazakhstan