Aug 1—6
Las Vegas
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Attendee Resources

Welcome Guide

Discover essential event details in our Welcome Guide — your go-to resource for everything you need to navigate the event with confidence.

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Badge Collection

Badge Collection: Check-in Information
Check-in on Level 1 of the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in the Bayside Ballroom Foyer or Satellite Registration in the Mandalay Bay Hotel Lobby/Across from Hazel Lounge (using the QR code in your confirmation email and a government-issued photo ID).

Registration Hours
Main Registration: Level One - Bayside Foyer

  • Saturday, August 1: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Sunday, August 2: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Monday, August 3: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday, August 4: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday, August 5: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday, August 6: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Satellite Registration: Mandalay Bay Hotel Lobby/Across from Hazel Lounge

  • Monday, August 3: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday, August 4: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday, August 5: 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Important Note: Please care for your badge. Lost, misplaced, stolen, or forgotten badges will incur a replacement fee equal to the original purchase amount of your pass. If your pass was complimentary, the replacement fee will be the current, on-site rate. There are no exceptions, you will not be admitted into Black Hat without a badge.

Childcare

Black Hat is excited to partner with leading childcare provider Kiddie Corp to offer Black Hat attendees’ access to an on-site children's program.

The Kiddie Corp program is for children ages 6 months through 12 years old and will be located within the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. If you have a child under 6 months or over 12 years of age accommodations can be made with show management approval.

Currently, childcare is available on the dates & times below:

  • Saturday, August 1: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday, August 2: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Monday, August 3: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday, August 4: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday, August 5: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday, August 6: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

We encourage early registration as availability is limited and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure advance reservations, both the registration form and full payment must be received by KiddieCorp. On-site registration will be limited to available space.

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Community

The Black Hat Community Program fosters idea-sharing, discussion, and connection around shared interests and key issues in cybersecurity. Explore below to learn more about how we support community engagement. Learn more.

Pass Type Access

To see what your Pass gives you access too, please visit our Pass Comparison page.

Keynote Viewing Locations

Note: Seating for the Keynotes is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees who are unable to secure a seat in the Main Stage are encouraged to join us at one of the following viewing locations located in the Business Hall: PULSE_STAGE/01 - 06, Startup City Stage, AI Zone. Oceanside A on Level 2 will be available for Wednesday and Thursday's Keynotes.

The Keynotes will also be streamed to the Black Hat Events App.

Closed Captioning, Translation & Assisted Listening

Mobile Captioning, Translation & Assisted Listening are now available for all Summits, Keynotes, Briefings, and Business Hall Theaters.

Arsenal and Arsenal Labs feature assisted listening capabilities.

Simply scan the QR code on venue signage in the designated area to instantly access these free services on your personal device.

Available Features in select areas:

  • Real-time captioning
  • Live translation in multiple languages (English, Spanish, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese)
  • Assisted listening (please bring your own headphones/earbuds)

DEF CON Badge Pickup

August 6, 2026 | Mandalay Bay Ballroom Foyer, Level 2
7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Step 1: Attendees will present their Black Hat badge with DEF CON symbol to staff. Step 2: Your badge will be hole punched as proof of pick-up. Step 3: Staff will hand you your badge.

Please note Black Hat does not sell DEF CON badges onsite. Find out more.

Merchandise Store

Get your Black Hat-branded T-shirts, jackets, mugs, and more at the Black Hat Merchandise Store located on Level 2. Purchases can be made with any major credit or debit card. Brought to you by Moxie Promo.

Store Hours:

  • Monday, August 3: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday, August 4: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday, August 5: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday, August 6: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Mobile App

The Black Hat Events mobile app allows you to build your schedule, connect with other attendees, navigate the venue, browse sponsor profiles, and discover a lot more about the event. You can download the mobile app for IOS or Android by searching “Black Hat Events” or visit page.swapcard.com/app/black-hat-events.

Be sure to turn on notifications to know when attendees are reaching out to you in real-time. For IOS, you can manage notifications within the app settings. For Android, you can manage the notifications on the phone settings within notifications settings.

Mothers Room

A private nursing mothers will be available onsite. More information coming soon.

Prayer Room

A private prayer room will be available onsite. More information coming soon.

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