The White Hat Ball Returns in 2027: Table Sales Open 1st June

After an unforgettable evening in January 2026 that brought the cyber security community together to raise an incredible £557,480 for NSPCC Childline, the White Hat Ball is officially returning.

Mark your calendars: the next White Hat Ball will take place on Friday 29th January 2027, and if last year is anything to go by, demand will be higher than ever.

In 2026, tables sold out in less than 24 hours, as more than 700 leaders from across the cyber security and technology industry gathered for a night that combined fundraising, networking and celebration with a powerful shared purpose: helping Childline continue its life-changing work supporting children across the UK.

A Night the Industry Comes Together

The White Hat Ball has become one of the most anticipated events in the cyber security calendar, not just because of the scale of the evening, but because of the atmosphere, generosity and sense of community it creates.

Guests can expect an unforgettable experience, including:

• 🍽️ A three-course dinner
• 🎶 Live music and entertainment
• 🎯 Fundraising moments throughout the evening
• 🤝 The opportunity to connect with 700+ industry leaders, innovators and changemakers

More than a black-tie event, the White Hat Ball is a celebration of what the cyber security community can achieve when it comes together behind a meaningful cause.

As one of our 2026 sponsors shared:

“It was a privilege for FSP to sponsor such an inspiring event in support of the NSPCC and the life-changing work they do for children across the UK. The room was full of energy, generosity and genuine community spirit as security leaders from across the country came together in a collegiate environment to connect, collaborate and celebrate a shared commitment to protecting others.”

FSP – Sponsor – 2026

And from hugely valued Childline Award sponsor:

“BDO is immensely proud to have been able to play our part…. If you’ve ever wondered what the power of community looks like, this is it.”

BDO – Sponsor – 2026

Table Sales Open 1st June

Tables for the White Hat Ball 2027 will officially go on sale from 1st June 2026.

With tables selling out in under a day last year, we strongly encourage organisations interested in attending to register their interest early to ensure they are among the first to hear when bookings open.

Want to Support the White Hat Ball?

There are also a number of ways organisations and individuals can get involved beyond purchasing a table.

We are currently welcoming conversations around:

• Event sponsorship opportunities
• Prize donations for fundraising activities
• Brand partnerships and collaborations
• Additional ways to support NSPCC Childline through the event

If your organisation would like to be part of the White Hat Ball 2027 and help us make an even bigger impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Together, we can make White Hat Ball 2027 our biggest and most impactful event yet.