Spotlight Summary
DEF CON is a hacking conference held annually in Las Vegas (with additional events in Singapore and the Middle East) that brings together hackers, security researchers, and members of the hacker community for speeches, training, competitions, and networking. The event has been operating for over three decades and features villages, contests, villages, and communities focused on cybersecurity and hacking knowledge.
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Spotlight Notes
Venue Details
Parking
Standard parking view. Switch modes if local, veteran, or rewards perks could change the best option.
Closest Alternative
Near Strip • Best for Westgate
Nearby parking
Unverified property parking. Verify current rates and access rules with the property before you go.
Parking source →Nearest Free Parking
Strip • Best for Circus Circus
Nearby parking
Free parking
Free window: Yes
Main property garage; official page says self-parking complimentary for all guests and visitors
Parking source →Additional Parking
Strip • Best for Resorts World
Nearby parking
Locals perk
Free window: No
Valet off Goh Tong Way at South Entrance; self-park via Metropolis system
Parking source →Nearby
Upcoming events within walking distance.
Jen Kramer
Westgate Las Vegas · 9 min walk
Mon, Apr 6
College Basketball Crown - Championship (Game 7)
T-Mobile Arena · 10 min walk
Sun, Apr 5
COLLEGE HOOPS CHAMPIONSHIP PARTY at Zouk Nightclub
Zouk Nightclub · 12 min walk
Mon, Apr 6
Nearby Experience
Near Strip
One of the more interesting off-mainstream Vegas museum stops, especially around convention-heavy parts of town.
Strong fit when you are near the Convention Center and want something that feels specific to Vegas history.
Best fit near this property
Official museum page →Nearby Experience
Bellagio Las Vegas
Classic free Strip spectacle with a bigger payoff once the sun drops and the crowd energy picks up.
Easy add-on when the event already keeps you central Strip and you want something unmistakably Vegas.
Strip
Additional Parking
Strip • Best for Fontainebleau
Nearby parking
Locals perk
Free window: 1 hour self-parking
Official parking page covers all-visitor hour, locals, rewards, guests, and spend-based valet
Additional Parking
Strip • Best for Wynn / Encore
Nearby parking
Guest perk
Operator: Wynn Resorts
Free window: 3 hours self-parking
Self-park garages off Las Vegas Blvd for Wynn and Encore
Parking source →Additional Parking
Strip • Best for SAHARA Las Vegas
Nearby parking
Free parking
Free window: Yes
West parking garage enters via Las Vegas Boulevard South; official pages market free self-parking and valet
Parking source →Additional Parking
Strip • Best for Fashion Show Las Vegas
Nearby parking
Free parking
Free window: Yes during mall hours
Self-parking garages and surface lots around the mall; valet is also available on site
Parking source →Additional Parking
Strip • Best for The Venetian / Palazzo
Nearby parking
Locals perk
Operator: Las Vegas Sands
Free window: No
Official pages publish parking fees plus NV resident and rewards benefits
Parking source →Nearby Experience
Wynn Las Vegas
A polished Wynn-only spectacle that feels more tucked away than the bigger Strip tourist magnets.
Best when you want a quieter post-dinner or post-show detour that still feels distinctly Vegas.
Strip
Official attraction page →Nearby Highlight
Westgate
9 minute walk from Las Vegas Convention Center.
Nearby Highlight
Westgate
9 minute walk from Las Vegas Convention Center.