Event Activities

BSides Orlando is built around learning, doing, and connecting. From hands-on villages to contests, talks, and parties, there’s something for every hacker, maker, and security enthusiast.

Competitions & Contests

Sunshine Capture the Flag (CTF)

SunshineCTF returns for its 10th anniversary! Hosted by Hack@UCF, this 48-hour global competition features challenges in pwn, reversing, web, crypto, scripting — plus a few surprises. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned CTF team, there’s a challenge waiting for you.

The CTF is open online to everyone. Top in-person teams will be recognized (and rewarded) at our closing ceremony. Bring your skills and a little caffeine — and see how far you can go.

Contests & Chill

Need a change of pace? Contests & Chill is your space to reset, play, or hack on something fun:

Fox Hunts: tutorial and competitive
RFID Badge Cloning demos
Orbital CTF mini-game
Sticker Swap table
Games, puzzles, and a relaxing corner to breathe

Villages

Soldering Village

Bring your badge to life! Our volunteers will walk you through soldering — from your first blinking LED to building circuits like a pro. Outdoor tents are stocked with stations, tools, and plenty of guidance. No experience needed, just curiosity.

Lockpick Village (LPV)

Test your skills against locks of all shapes and sizes. Learn how locks are built, where they fail, and how professionals and hobbyists alike approach sportpicking. From beginner pin tumblers to advanced challenges, there’s always a new trick to master. Bonus: scheduled talks and demos add extra depth.

Hack the human element. At the SE Adventure Village, explore how persuasion, psychology, and trust are used to gain access — and how to defend against it.
Expect OSINT challenges, an AI Vishing Contest, and live talks that mix fun with practical takeaways.

Career Village

Level up your career journey. Career Village offers:

Resume reviews
Professional headshots
Mock interviews
A job board of open positions
Plus fun networking games like BINGO and a Scavenger Hunt that will take you across the con. Check out the Career Village page for tips to get the most out of it.

Community Village

Cybersecurity is bigger than one event. Meet local community groups, learn what they’re building, and discover how you can get involved year-round.

The companies and organizations that make BSides Orlando possible are here to meet you! Stop by their tables to check out demos, opportunities, and (of course) swag.

Talks & Unconference

Unconference

Your voice belongs here. Sign up onsite to give a lightning talk (15 minutes or less) on anything you want to share — tools, tips, war stories, or ideas. Short, sharp, and community-driven, the Unconference stage is always full of surprises.

Village Talks

Many villages feature their own short talks and demos. Drop by for sessions on topics like lockpicking basics, deepfake detection, vishing, and more. Check the onsite schedule for times and details.

Info & Logistics

Information & Swag

Registration and swag pickup are streamlined with split lines this year. Every attendee gets sponsor goodies and a collectible BSides Orlando sticker sheet. Trade extras at the sticker table and expand your collection.

Workshops

Workshops run the day before the main con. Past sessions have included malware forensics with Volatility 3, IoT hacking labs, and threat modeling. Space is limited, so plan ahead — details are at bsidesorlando.org/workshops.

After Party

Keep the energy going after the talks wrap up.
Saturday, Sept 27 | 7–10 PM | The Celeste Hotel, Celestial Ballroom

Cash bar (alcoholic & non-alcoholic options)
Music, board games, and hallway-con vibes
A relaxed place to connect, unwind, and celebrate the community