Hackboat 2026

The unconference that floats - a BSides Portland production.

Secure Your Spot

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Event Info

When

Friday

June 5th, 2026

10am-2pm

Schedule

  • 9:00AM — Registration
  • 9:45AM — Boarding
  • 10:00AM — Boat Departs
  • 2:00PM — Return to Dock

What is Hackboat??

Hackboat is an unconference, which removes the usual emphasis on formal workshops and talks of a traditional conference structure and instead focuses on informal connections.

What does this mean? We threw out the schedule! (Okay, not all of it — you do have to show up on time or the boat will leave without you.) But, there's no talk tracks. No CFP. Just people and fun stuff to do — this con is ALL HallwayCon.

Cruise on the river with fellow members of the Portland InfoSec Community, eat food, drink, tell stories, and have a great time.

What's Happening Onboard

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Find Your Level

We have something for everyone, from quiet activities to raucous debates over security methodologies.

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Food & Drink

Brunch is provided. Wine, beer, and spirits available for purchase - bring ID.

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Lightning Strikes

Working on something cool? Want to share a thing? Show up ready to present! You've got the ideas, we've got the projector.

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Flock Together

Join a birds-of-a-feather table to engage in constructive conversatioon about timely cybersecurity topics, moderated by local industry professionals.

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Get Out of Your Shell

Meet new people in a small, intimate setting. Make friends. Make plans. Make LinkedIN connections.

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Game On

Participate in security-themed tabletop games. (Limited spaces available).

All Aboard!

Ready to set sail with us? Reserve your berth on the Hackboat by clicking the button below!