BSides Peoria returns to Bradley University on October 24, 2026. We’re investing in a significantly expanded conference experience for 2026, with 10+ technical talks, three hands-on villages, expanded CTF and social engineering competitions, a dedicated standalone keynote, and banquet-style seating for lunch.
General Admission Pricing
What’s Included
🎤 Technical Sessions
Full access to 10+ technical talks and a standalone plenary keynote.
🛠️ Hands-on Villages
Admission to Physical Security, Human Hacking, and Radio Frequency (RF) villages.
🏆 Competitions
Eligibility for all challenges including CTF, Vishing, Zero Trust, and Phishing Simulation.
🍔 Catering & Amenities
Full banquet-style lunch, collectible 2026 badge, upgraded fabric conference t-shirt, swag bag, and printed program guide.
Optional Ticket Add-Ons
🌟 VIP Pass ($20)
Priority seating in all session rooms and keynote, dedicated fast-track entry to both sessions of the live Vishing Challenge, and a VIP badge. (General Admission + VIP starts at $60 during Early Bird).
⚡ Human Hacking Priority ($10)
Fast-track line bypass specifically for the live Vishing Challenge without purchasing full VIP. (General Admission + Priority starts at $50 during Early Bird).
Special Passes
🎓 Students & Faculty
A limited allotment of academic passes is available. Contact the organizing team with your school affiliation and background to request a pass.
📸 Press & Media
Credentialed media passes are available for journalists and cybersecurity outlets. Press attendees must adhere to the conference Code of Conduct and Media Policy.
2025 vs. 2026 Overview
| Feature | BSides Peoria 2025 | BSides Peoria 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Badge | Standard custom badge | Upgraded collectible badge |
| Conference Shirt | Standard print | Upgraded fit & fabric |
| Talk Tracks | 10 sessions | 10+ sessions |
| Keynote | Held during lunch | Dedicated plenary session |
| Lunch | Standard buffet line | Banquet dining room |
| Villages | Physical Security only | Physical Security, Human Hacking, RF |
| Interactive Activities | Badge Building | CTF, Zero Trust, Phishing, Vishing |
| Swag & Guide | BYOBag / Digital only | Included swag bag / Printed + digital guide |