Security conferences provide a space for security leaders and professionals to network and educate each other on major concerns affecting the industry.

Security magazine offers a roundup of security conferences taking place in 2026. 

ASIS Europe

Antwerp, Belgium

March 23 — 25, 2026

ASIS Europe brings together aspiring and established security leaders from across the continent and the world to discuss enterprise risk and resilience in the changing threat landscape.

RLSPA

Dallas, Texas

March 22 — 24, 2026

The Restaurant Loss Prevention & Security Association (RLPSA) Annual Conference provides restaurant security professionals an opportunity to network and share sector-specific insights across organizations, strengthening the overall security of the restaurant industry.

ISC West

Las Vegas, Nevada

March 23 — 27, 2026

As one of the largest North American security conferences, ISC West serves as a meeting place of security professionals, technology specialists and other industry leaders. This conference includes women in security events, networking opportunities for young professionals, educational sessions and keynotes from prominent security leaders.

IAHSS

New Orleans, Louisiana

April 13 — 15, 2026

Healthcare security leaders who attend the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Annual Conference and Exhibition will gain the opportunity network within their sector and strengthen the hospital information-sharing network. This year's event includes leadership keynotes and sessions focused on emerging & enduring threats to the industry, such as workplace violence.

The Security Event

Birmingham, England

April 28 — 30, 2026

The Security Event — hosted in the National Event Centre — provides a space for enterprise & public-sector security professionals to network with each other and discover new security technologies. Co-located with a number of other events, including a fire safety conference, The Security Event caters to security professionals across a number of industry sectors.

SIA GovSummit

Washington, D.C.

May 20 — 21, 2026

Government security leaders gather at the SIA GovSummit each year. The 2026 event is free to government attendees with a focus on how governments can leverage security technologies. Keynote addresses will come from industry leaders in well-respected organizations.

IFCPP

New Haven, Connecticut

April 18 — 22, 2026

Held in Chicago, the International Foundation for Cultural Property Protection (IFCPP)'s 25th Annual Conference cultivates interorganizational learning as security leaders from museums, universities and other cultural institutions gather to network and share security strategies specific to the field.

NCS4

Palm Desert, California

June 23 — 25, 2026

More than 500 sports safety professionals convene each year at the NCS4 Annual Conference, taking place this year in Phoenix, Arizona. Panels held by event & facility safety leaders will focus themes affecting the industry in the past year, from how to mitigate emerging threats to strategies for patron protection.

GSX

Atlanta, Georgia

September 14 — 16, 2026

The Global Security Exchange (GSX) conference from ASIS International unites security and technology leaders to discuss the newest trends and security challenges seen across the world. This year's conference will feature a large exhibit hall and information sessions, as well as networking events.

International Security Expo

London, England

September 29 — 30, 2026

The International Security Expo is a conference for security professionals worldwide at all stages of their careers, from entry-level professionals to seasoned executives. Both government and private-sector security leaders are encouraged to engage with each other and explore new technologies and security strategies at this event.

Security Canada Central

Toronto, Ontario

October 21 — 22, 2026

Every October, thousands of security professionals come to Security Canada Central to see the latest technology innovations, access unparalleled educational opportunities and take part in the conversations defining today’s industry. This is the biggest security show in Canada.

Consult

Kansas City, Missouri

October 9 — 12, 2026

CONSULT is an annual event hosted by SecuritySpecifiers and geared towards security consultants. Conference attendees can explore new and developing technologies and their implementations across sectors, featuring a number of informational panels and discussions from industry leaders in technology, consulting, cybersecurity and more.

SECURITY 500 Conference

Washington, D.C.

November 16, 2026

The 16th annual SECURITY 500 Conference from Security magazine will take place this November in Washington, D.C. The event features panel discussions and keynotes from a number of influential physical security and cybersecurity executives and unites government and private sector security leaders.

ISC East

New York City, New York

November 3 — 5, 2026

ISC East provides security professionals with the opportunity to engage one-on-one with top industry leaders, as well as participate in security education, training and networking. Hosted by sponsor SIA and partner ASIS NYC, ISC East brings together law enforcement, security vendors, enterprise security leaders and government employees for security discussions.

IFSEC

London, England

September 29 — 30, 2026

Co-located with events on fire safety, intelligent buildings, health & safety, and facilities, IFSEC Global's International Security Event serves as a reunion of security leaders from across the globe responsible for international security at their organizations.