It is with great sadness that the White Hat Ball Committee has learned of the death of Dame Esther Rantzen, founder of Childline and a dear friend of our ball from its very first evening. In 1986, Esther had a simple but radical idea: that every child in trouble should have someone to turn to, someone who would listen to […]
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. […]
You don’t need a ticket to the White Hat Ball to get involved. Our online silent auction gives you the chance to bid on exclusive experiences, luxury prizes and unforgettable opportunities, all while helping to raise vital funds for NSPCC Childline.
It’s that time again! On Friday, 30th January 2026, the White Hat Ball will bring together the cyber and infosec community for another unforgettable night of fundraising, friendship, and dancing, all in support of Childline, the NSPCC service that’s there for children whenever they need someone to talk to. Each year, this event reminds us what’s possible when our community […]
The White Hat Ball has always been more than just a glittering night in the calendar of the information and cyber security community. It’s a chance for our industry to come together in celebration, connection, and—most importantly—support of a cause that touches lives across the UK. In January 2026, we will mark the 21st White Hat Ball, returning once again […]
The White Hat Ball Committee is delighted to announce that tables for the much-anticipated 2026 White Hat Ball will go on sale at 12 noon on Wednesday, 7th May 2024. Following our hugely successful 20th Anniversary event in January, we’re excited to bring the industry back together once again for another unforgettable evening of celebration, connection, and entertainment- all in […]
Celebrating 20 Years of the White Hat Ball It’s been twenty years since the inaugural White Hat Ball. Over the past two decades, the cyber security community has come together annually, raising an incredible £2.5 million for NSPCC Childline. This longstanding tradition reflects the industry’s commitment to giving back and transforming the lives of countless children. Childline, the UK’s dedicated […]
We’re thrilled you’ll be joining us for the 20th White Hat Ball on Friday, 24th January 2025, at the Royal Lancaster. Plans are in full swing, and 2025 is shaping up to be our biggest year yet! With tickets selling out in record time, this is the hottest seat in town! The White Hat Ball menu is below and table […]
The White Hat Ball is the highlight of the Information Security and Risk industry event calendar and we are excited to welcome you for our 20th Anniversary celebrations. The event offers the chance to have an incredible evening with industry colleagues, entertainment from start to finish, all in the name of a fantastic cause. The event will take place on the 24th January 2025 […]
Thank you to all of our guests; we hope you enjoyed the White Hat Ball and can’t wait to see you again next year. Thank you to our sponsors; AWS and Deloitte, Zero Networks, Qualys, All Safe and Sound, NCC Group, Rela8 Group, Cofense, Eskenzi PR, Riversafe, Gradian, Zscaler. Planning is already underway for our 20th anniversary year. See you […]
