📢 Call for Papers deadline: December 20, 2026
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BSides San Diego 2027 is a non-profit information security conference set for Saturday 27 March 2027 in Southern California. Part of the global Security BSides family, it is built on a straightforward principle: content should be educational and community-driven, and the programme carries no sales pitches. That makes it attractive to practitioners who want substance over marketing. The event pairs talks with trainings, so the day offers both a broad view of current security topics and deeper, skills-oriented learning. San Diego's mix of defence, biotech, telecommunications and software employers supports a sizeable local security workforce, and a cybersecurity conference in San Diego in 2027 gives that community a focused, accessible meeting point. The no-pitch policy distinguishes it from vendor-led events. Attendees benefit from practical knowledge shared by peers, hands-on learning in training sessions, and time to build relationships with others working in the field. The non-profit model keeps the emphasis on education and on lowering barriers for students and career changers. For San Diego's information security community, BSides San Diego offers a trusted, vendor-neutral space to learn, teach and connect, which is exactly what keeps grassroots security events relevant.
BSides San Diego 2027 takes place March 27, 2027 in San Diego, United States.
BSides San Diego 2027 is an in-person event.
The Call for Papers is open — submissions close on December 20, 2026.
Travel questions? See Good to know in the travel guide below.
BSides San Diego is a one-day Saturday event on 27 March; recent editions have been held at San Diego State University's student union in the College Area, about 15 km east of downtown, so confirm the 2027 location on the organisers' site. Late March is one of the city's most comfortable seasons, with mild sun, green inland hills after the winter rains and fewer crowds than summer. It also falls in the gray whale migration window, which gives security people another reason to stay for the weekend.
San Diego International Airport (SAN) lies just a few kilometres from downtown, among the closest airports to a city centre in the United States. Reaching the SDSU area takes around 20 to 30 minutes by car or rideshare. The San Diego Trolley serves an underground station on the university campus, connecting it with downtown and Old Town. Los Angeles (LAX) is roughly two to three hours north by road.
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US mobile coverage is strong throughout San Diego, including the campus and coastline. International visitors can avoid roaming costs with a US eSIM set up before arrival. Set up an eSIM with Airalo before you board and you're online the moment you land.
Balboa Park. More than a dozen museums, gardens and Spanish Revival buildings spread across a large park just north of downtown. Spring is ideal for the gardens, and the museums suit any weather. Pick two or three venues rather than attempting all of them; half a day is realistic, and a pass can cover several entries. Tickets on Go City →
Mission Trails Regional Park. One of the largest urban parks in the country, a short drive from the SDSU area. The climb up Cowles Mountain is the city's best-known hike, rewarding a roughly ninety-minute round trip with views to the ocean and Mexico. Start early, carry water, and expect company on weekend mornings.
Cabrillo National Monument. On the tip of Point Loma, this site overlooks the harbour entrance and the Pacific. Late March is still within the gray whale migration, and the tide pools below are best at low tide. Allow two to three hours, and check tide times before driving out.
USS Midway Museum. A decommissioned aircraft carrier moored on the downtown waterfront, with restored aircraft on the flight deck and self-guided audio tours through the crew spaces. It takes about three hours to see properly. Mornings are quieter, and it pairs well with an evening in the Gaslamp Quarter. Tickets on Go City →
Is the trolley useful for reaching SDSU?
Yes. The trolley stops directly beneath the campus and links to downtown and Old Town, which avoids parking hassles.
What is the weather like in late March?
Typically sunny and mild, around 15 to 21°C during the day, with cool evenings near the coast.
Can I visit Tijuana?
The San Ysidro border crossing is reachable by trolley from downtown. Carry your passport and check re-entry requirements for your nationality.
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