// DEF CON 34 · August 2026 · Las Vegas

Program

Schedule in progress — exact times published closer to the event
// schedule overview
Day 1  ·  Morning
Opening
CTF Kickoff & Rules Briefing
All CTF participants. Covers rules, scoring, and target systems.
Workshop
Hands-on Workshop Session
Details TBD — topics announced after CFP closes.
Day 1  ·  Afternoon
Talks
Research Presentations
Number of slots adjusted based on CFP submissions received.
Workshop
Hands-on Workshop Session
Details TBD — topics announced after CFP closes.
Day 2  ·  Morning
Workshop
Hands-on Workshop Session
Details TBD — topics announced after CFP closes.
Day 2  ·  Afternoon
Talks
Research Presentations
Number of slots adjusted based on CFP submissions received.
Workshop
Hands-on Workshop Session
Details TBD — topics announced after CFP closes.
Day 3  ·  Morning
Closing
CTF Award Ceremony
Results announced. Top teams recognized.
Runs throughout
Robotic
Hacking
CTF
Open from Day 1 kickoff through Day 3 closing ceremony. Attack, score, repeat.
Day 1 → Day 3