BSidesChicago – BSides Chicago 2025

BSidesChicago 2025

BSidesChicago 2025:
The Flamingo Uprising Has Begun!

BSidesChicago 2025 is more than a conference—it’s a declaration. We’re taking flight with two full days of inspiration, rebellion, and real community.

🗓️ October 31 – Workshops & Training
🗓️ November 1 – Conference & Talks
Tickets are on sale. The CFP is open. And the flamingos? Oh, they’re already sharpening their beaks!

For over a decade, we’ve built something rare: a space where everyone belongs. Where imposter syndrome meets its match, and where first-time speakers and infosec veterans speak shoulder to shoulder. Where curiosity is celebrated and diversity isn’t just a checkbox—it’s our heartbeat!

While some in the industry are trying to shove DEI out the back door, we’re building a bigger table and inviting the entire flock.

🔥 2025 Theme: “Flamingo Uprising – Standing Tall, Standing Together”

The CyberFlock is here to rise. And it’s not just flamingos this time:
🦩 Flamingos – Loud. Proud. Insecure? Never!
🦜 Parrots – Giving voice to what’s often silenced.
🦅 Hawks – Vigilant and fierce defenders.
🐦 Crows – Outsmarting expectations at every turn.
🦉 Owls – OSINT oracles and side-eye champions!
🕊️ Got a bird that represents your vibe? Tell us and join the flock.

At BSidesChicago, everyone has a place in the flock. No exceptions!

💥 What’s New in 2025?
🔧 Workshops are BACK! Join us Halloween day for hands-on hacking, reverse engineering, forensics, and more. No fluff. No filler.
🧠 Talks That Matter – From technical deep dives to community resilience, our speakers don’t talk at you—they speak with you.
🧰 Career Village, CTF, and Lockpick Extreme – Back by demand and bigger than ever.
🎭 Performers, scavenger hunts, flamingo quests, and surprises – We’re not telling you everything just yet. But trust us… it’ll be worth it.

Why BSidesChicago?
Because in 2024, you packed every room. You sat on floors just to catch a talk. You hunted robot flamingos like your life depended on it. You launched careers, formed friendships, and created something real.

What participants are saying:
💥 “10/10 would flamingo again.”
💥 “First-time speaker. First-time sponsor. Couldn’t believe the energy.”
💥 “The vibe? Unmatched.”
💥 “The diversity, the inclusion, the community. It’s everything the industry needs.”

🦩 “Don’t just blend in – stand tall, strut loud, and secure boldly. The flock needs you.”
– Sasha the Flamingo

Download the Sponsorship Package for 2025!!!

Countdown to BSides Chicago 2025!

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Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just beginning your cybersecurity adventure, BSidesChicago is the place to be. Expect a dynamic mix of talks, hands-on villages, and interactive sessions that dive into the latest and greatest in CyberSecurity. Plus, don’t miss our learning CTF (Capture The Flag) event—a perfect opportunity to sharpen your skills in a fun and educational setting, whether you’re a CTF veteran or trying it out for the first time!

It’s your chance to learn from top experts and passionate peers, exchange groundbreaking ideas, and expand your network in an electrifying atmosphere where everyone is welcome. You’ll walk away with new insights, fresh perspectives, and maybe even a few new friends—plus, you’ll have a blast doing it!

Networking

Meet hacking and infosec enthusiasts from all walks of life

Great Speakers

Diverse range of talks covering cutting-edge topics + emerging trends in CyberSecurity

Have Fun

For cyber experts and newcomers alike, BSidesChicago is the place to B!

Motivation

Be a part of this vibrant gathering of passionate cybersecurity enthusiasts

What Is BSides?

The Security BSides brand is known all over the world for being a community driven event and being diverse and a bit different. BSidesChicago wants to uphold those values which is why this is also a not-for-profit, 100% volunteer run put on by and for the community event.