📢 Call for Papers deadline: January 23, 2027
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BSidesZagreb 2027 is a free, non-profit information security conference taking place in the Croatian capital on 5 March 2027. Run in the spirit of the global Security BSides movement, it is organised by and for the community, and it welcomes security professionals, developers, system administrators, researchers and students who share an interest in how technology is broken and protected. Free admission is central to its identity. By removing the cost barrier, the event opens its programme to students and early-career practitioners who might never attend a commercial security summit. As a one-day cybersecurity conference in Zagreb in 2027, it also gives Croatia's growing security scene a regular, home-grown gathering point instead of relying on events abroad. Sessions are drawn from the community, which tends to produce a candid mix of research, war stories and practical lessons from the field. Beyond the talks, the day offers time to network with peers from local companies, public institutions and universities, and to find collaborators for future projects. For the security community in Croatia and the surrounding region, BSidesZagreb is a valuable example of how a volunteer-driven, no-cost event can sustain knowledge sharing year after year.
BSidesZagreb 2027 takes place March 5, 2027 in Zagreb, Croatia.
BSidesZagreb 2027 is an in-person event.
The Call for Papers is open — submissions close on January 23, 2027.
Travel questions? See Good to know in the travel guide below.
BSidesZagreb is a one-day security gathering on Friday 5 March, held at Gradišćanska 24 in Trešnjevka, a residential district west of the historic centre that most visitors never see. Early March in the Croatian capital is still coat weather, with grey mornings and the occasional late snowfall, but the café culture carries on regardless and the city is far quieter than in summer. Staying an extra night gives you a relaxed Saturday morning coffee ritual, locally called the špica, in the Upper and Lower Towns.
Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) lies about 17 km southeast of the city. A shuttle bus links the terminal with the main bus station in roughly 30 to 40 minutes, and a taxi or rideshare to Trešnjevka usually takes 25 to 35 minutes depending on traffic. Within the city the blue trams are frequent and cover the route from the main square westward. Trains from Ljubljana take around two and a half hours.
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Croatia is part of the EU roaming area, so European visitors pay nothing extra, while travellers from further afield should avoid hefty roaming fees with an eSIM bought before departure. Set up an eSIM with Airalo before you board and you're online the moment you land.
Lake Jarun. A recreational lake a short tram or taxi ride southwest of Trešnjevka, ringed by a flat path popular with runners and cyclists. In March it is peaceful rather than lively, which suits a post-conference walk to clear the head. A full loop takes about an hour and a half on foot; bring a windproof layer.
Museum of Broken Relationships. A small Upper Town museum built from objects donated by people around the world, each with a short story about a relationship that ended. It is moving, sometimes funny, and compact enough for an hour. Combine it with the funicular ride up from Ilica, one of the shortest public funiculars in operation. Tickets on Tiqets →
Mirogoj Cemetery. A nineteenth-century cemetery north of the centre, framed by long arcades and green domes, and widely regarded as one of Europe's finest. It is free and calm, and a grey March day arguably suits it best. Allow an hour, and reach it by bus from the cathedral area or a twenty-minute uphill walk.
Dolac Market. The open-air produce market just above the main square, with red umbrellas, cheese and cream sellers from the surrounding countryside, and a covered hall below. Arrive before eleven on Saturday, when it is busiest and most local. Half an hour is enough, and the cafés of Tkalčićeva street are a minute away.
What currency does Croatia use?
Croatia has used the euro since 2023. Cards are accepted almost everywhere, including on trams via ticket machines and kiosks.
What is the weather like in early March?
Expect daytime temperatures of roughly 5 to 12°C, with rain or a late snow shower possible. A warm coat and waterproof shoes are sensible.
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