# Event Details - **Event Name**: Pacific Hackers PRE-DEF CON CTF & BBQ 2026 - Part 1 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 12:30 pm – Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: The Pacific Hackers Association is excited to announce two full-day events featuring various CTFs, BBQ, drinks, and prizes.About this EventThe Pacific Hackers Association is excited to announce two full-day events featuring a variety of CTFs, BBQ, drinks, and prizes.Please Note:All Ages,BBQ Provided.Mandatory Pre-registration: The venue policy requires pre-registration; a Meetup RSVP is not sufficient.Are you planning to attend Hacker Summer Camp for the first time and don’t know what to expect? Don’t worry; we will go over Hacker Summer Camp and provide guidance on what to expect when you make it to Sin City.Are you planning to play a CTF but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry; we will have a few CTFs to get you started. These CTFs will expose individuals thinking of playing CTFs at BSidesLV or DEFCON. No experience is required to attend, as you will learn everything you need to know about playing CTF games. The winner of the main CTF will win a DEFCON ticket.What to bring:Computer with your OS of Choice (We Recommend Kali Linux)Virtual Machines (pre-installed), if you don’t want to use your main computer.Windows VM with Flare VM Installed.Kali Linux VMWillingness to learn and have fun.Agenda:Friday:1:00 PM – Welcome: A word from Pacific Hackers and Sponsors1:30 PM – CTF 101: How & Why to play CTF games by Alevski, Marco2:00 PM – Let the Game Begin!!!6:00 PM – Main CTF ClosingSaturday:1:00 PM – Welcome: A word from Pacific Hackers and Sponsors1:30 PM – CTF 101: How & Why to play CTF games by Alevski, Marco2:00 PM – BBQ Cookoff & Let the Game Begin!!!6:00 PM – Main CTF Closing and Winner Announcement.Prizes:1st Place - DEF CON Ticket2nd Place - BSidesLV Ticket3rd Place - BSidesLV Ticket4th through 10th - Various PricesRules:Solo Players Only for Ticket Prizes: Please note that DEF CON and BSidesLV tickets are for individual participants only. Feel free to form teams and play together, but only solo players will be eligible to win the ticket prizes.Prize Redemption at Hacker Summer Camp: Winners must be physically present at the event and plan to attend Hacker Summer Camp in Las Vegas to receive their tickets. We'll need to verify your presence and collect necessary information on-site for prize distribution.Compete on Both Days for the Best Score: Your overall score will be calculated from your performance in both the Friday and Saturday games. Participating on both days is highly recommended to give yourself the best chance of winning. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-francisco/pacific-hackers-pre-def-con-ctf-and-bbq-2026-part-1/100001991287844547 - **Event Categories**: summer-camps, kids, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes - Location: AI Start Academy - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: San Francisco - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: AI Start Academy - **lat**: 37.7663591 - **long**: -122.4235354 - **full address**: AI Start Academy, 1769 15th Street, San Francisco, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Pacific Hackers PRE-DEF CON CTF & BBQ 2026 - Part 1 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/403afc1ec1f2881b4542cdaa055fa4dab66603fba27bcc13b872554124a78b9e-rimg-w1200-h675-dc48312d-gmir.jpg?v=1781061932 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Pacific Hackers PRE-DEF CON CTF & BBQ 2026 - Part 1 being held? - **A:** Pacific Hackers PRE-DEF CON CTF & BBQ 2026 - Part 1 takes place on Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 12:30 pm to Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm at AI Start Academy, 1769 15th Street, San Francisco, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Pacific Hackers PRE-DEF CON CTF & BBQ 2026 - Part 1? - **A:** Pacific Hackers PRE-DEF CON CTF & BBQ 2026 - Part 1 is organized by Pacific Hackers Conference. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Pacific Hackers PRE-DEF CON CTF & BBQ 2026 - Part 1 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in San Francisco, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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