Step Into the Future of Cybersecurity – August 1-6, 2026Mandalay Bay / Las Vegas
The premier cybersecurity event of the year returns to Mandalay Bay with a re‑engineered, six‑day program built to ignite innovation, push boundaries, and bring the global security community together like never before.
This year’s event features four days of immersive, expert‑led Trainings (August 1–4), followed by Summit Day on Tuesday, August 4, and a two‑day main conference packed with groundbreaking Briefings, open‑source tool demos in Arsenal, a dynamic Business Hall, and unlimited learning & networking opportunities.
Trainings
Saturday, August 1 – Tuesday, August 4
The Black Hat USA 2026 Trainings deliver intensive, expert-led, hands‑on cybersecurity instruction designed to advance real‑world skills fast. Taught by globally recognized practitioners, these multi‑day courses immerse attendees in offensive and defensive techniques—from ethical hacking to exploitation, malware analysis, and cloud security—providing practical capabilities you can use immediately. This is Black Hat’s most in‑depth, career‑elevating experience, built for professionals ready to invest in becoming truly exceptional.
Briefings
Wednesday, August 5 & Thursday, August 6
Learn the latest cybersecurity risks and trends in Black Hat Briefings. Security experts from around the world will share ground-breaking research covering applied security, exploit development, malware, and more.
All Briefings passes will include on-demand access to all recorded Briefings beginning August 14 for a full 30 days afterward. No matter how you choose to participate, you won’t miss a single Briefing!
Business Hall
Tuesday, August 4 – Thursday, August 6
The Business Hall brings together thousands of cybersecurity professionals and hundreds of leading solution providers in a dynamic space built for discovery, networking, and innovation. Attendees can explore cutting‑edge tools, connect directly with product experts, meet emerging startups, and experience interactive programs like Arsenal and Bricks & Picks.
New for 2026, the Business Hall will also open Tuesday afternoon, offering even more time for meaningful connections and hands‑on exploration.
