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Better together.

Make connections beyond a username. Our gatherings bring cybersecurity professionals together for conversation, shared experiences, and professional networking.

Upcoming events.

Planned · DEF CON 35

Puzzled Hackers Community Meetup

We plan to meet again on Wednesday and Thursday evenings during DEF CON 35 week. Connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals, exchange experiences, and meet people at every career stage.

Planned dates: Wednesday, August 4, 2027 & Thursday, August 5, 2027
Time: 7–10 p.m. (Las Vegas local time, PDT) · Planned.
Planned venue: 3535 bar (the circle bar) at The LINQ Hotel + Experience · Venue confirmation pending.
Venue address: 3535 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Attendance details: RSVP requirements, any cost, venue entry requirements, and accessibility details will be posted when confirmed.
Organizer & contact: Puzzled Hackers · [email protected]

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Past events.

Past event · DEF CON 34

Puzzled Hackers Community Meetup

Puzzled Hackers gathered at the 3535 circle bar at The LINQ on Wednesday and Thursday nights during DEF CON 34 week. These informal networking gatherings gave cybersecurity professionals an opportunity to meet people, exchange experiences, and build community.

Dates: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 & Thursday, August 6, 2026
Time: 7–10 p.m. on both nights (Las Vegas local time, PDT).
Location: 3535 bar (the circle bar), The LINQ Hotel + Experience
3535 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Hosted by: Puzzled Hackers · 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

Conference & venue information

DEF CON’s official calendar lists August 6–9, 2026 for DEF CON 34 and August 5–8, 2027 for DEF CON 35. Our Wednesday gatherings take place before the conference opens. The meetup listings describe Puzzled Hackers gatherings; they do not imply sponsorship or endorsement by DEF CON or The LINQ.

Ways we come together.

Community meetups

Conversations that help people find peers, exchange ideas, and build professional relationships.

Hands-on learning

Collaborative puzzles, capture-the-flag challenges, and practical workshops in authorized environments.

Knowledge sharing

Opportunities for professionals to discuss their experience, teach a skill, and learn from new perspectives.