The Hottest Parties to Attend at RSA 2025
Frejin Arooja
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5 minute read
Because after a day of zero-days and CISO panels, you deserve a drink (or three).
Having hosted cybersecurity events for more than 30 years, RSAC is the epicenter for cybersecurity thought leaders, professionals, and innovators from all over the globe. But it’s also the biggest unofficial party week in cybersecurity. Whether you’re into quiet wine tastings or crowded rooftops with 250+ people yelling about zero trust, there’s something for everyone.
We’ve rounded up the best side events happening around San Francisco this RSA week so you can fill your calendar with everything but vendor pitches.
Here’s a few highlight side events from Prescient Security’s close friends:
IT, Security & GRC Connect by Sprinto
Tuesday, April 29 | 11:30AM–1:30PM | Wine Down SF
Quick bites and real talk for GRC nerds who want to swap stories, and maybe meet their next cyber partner. Low-key, walkable from Moscone, and no hard pitch.
Irish Pub Meetup by Paramify
Tuesday, April 29 | 3:30–6:30PM | The Chieftain Irish Pub & Restaurant
Think pint-fueled conversation with a side of policy debates. Promises to be packed with GRC vets and folks who’ve seen too many audits.
Anti Magic Quadrant Club by Aikido Security
Tuesday 29 April | 5–8:30PM
This is for the vendors who rolled their eyes one too many times reading analyst reports. Expect cocktails, anti-hype banter, and some of the best product folks in town.
CyberConnect SF: A Premium Dining Experience for Cybersecurity Leaders by Sprinto
6:00pm – 9:00pm | Boulevard
Invite-only dinner with 20+ top GRC/security leaders. With premium Burmese food, wine pairings, and unfiltered peer talk. In this intimate setting, you’ll have the opportunity to exchange insights, build alliances, and shape the future of cybersecurity with a hand-selected group of industry experts.
Whether you're chasing investor cocktails or tacos with fellow GRC nerds, here's your unofficial, non-sponsored and un-biased guide to the best parties happening in and around RSAC 2025.
📍 Sunday, April 27
ZEPO's Wine-Tasting Welcome Event
2–6PM | Miramar Vineyards | Hosted by ZEPO
Start your RSA week with class. ZEPO’s rolling out a full-on vineyard experience in Sonoma and yes, there’s a shuttle. Expect curated tastings, scenic pours, and way more chill than anything you’ll see on the expo floor. Go for the wine, stay for the people you’ll be texting all week.
Calm Before The Storm @ The Chieftain
5–7PM | The Chieftain Irish Pub | Aspiron Search, Marketbridge
Before the madness begins, join a crowd of CISOs, founders, and VC folk at this cozy Irish pub meetup. No loud music. No badge scans. Just Irish snacks, pints, and good convos with people you'll probably see on panels 24 hours later.
📍 Monday, April 28
The Longest Shot: Drive for a Cause
9AM–4PM | Perform for Golf - FiDi | Hosted By Aspiron Search
What’s better than hitting a golf simulator? Hitting a golf simulator and raising money for charity while you do it. Swing by for drinks, snacks, and a leaderboard full of engineers pretending they play golf on weekends.
CYBERTACOS by W2 Communications
6–9:30PM | Buena Vida | Hosted by Cobalt, NetWitness, NightDragon, DomainTools, Onapsis, Seemplicity, TechStrong, Armis, Carahsoft, Caveonix, King & Spalding
As one of the most sought-after networking platforms at RSAC, W2 Communications is bringing CYBERTACOS back to its roots with an intimate evening curated for marketers, entrepreneurs and security leaders.
Sober in Cyber: Rockin' Mocktails
7–9PM | First Floor of the KPMG Building
Skip the alcohol, not the party. This mocktail-powered hangout is ideal if you're over the hangovers and still want to meet cool people. Come for the community, stay for the snacks, leave with a temporary tattoo.
Shift x Pillar Happy Hour
4–6PM | Hosted by Shift Security & Pillar Security
Pre-game the night with a casual mixer hosted by Shift and Pillar. Great for early birds or those who want to hit multiple events in one night. The ideal transition between daytime sessions and evening festivities!
Almanax Happy Hour
2–4PM | Hosted by Almanax
Midday drinks without the awkward mingling at the conference. Almanax brings together a tight crowd of security engineers, analysts, and founders. Join early, leave tipsy, and still make it to the panel sessions.
WideField Security Happy Hour @ Woodbury
6–7PM | Woodbury | Hosted by WideField Security
Located a literal stone’s throw from Moscone, this one’s for the “let’s grab one real quick” crowd. Chill setting, easy conversations, and zero fluff.
Bollywood Party @ RSA 2025
6–10PM | Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center
Bright colors, Indian food, and enough Bollywood beats to loosen up even the stiffest CISO. Packed with 300+ folks and a vibe you won’t find anywhere else. Don’t sleep on this one—it fills up fast.
CISO Speakeasy @ House of Shields
6–9PM | House of Shields | Hosted by Prompt Security, Jump Capital & Ridge Ventures
Tucked inside a historic SF bar, this speakeasy is where security leaders spill actual truths (and maybe a martini or two). No panels, no decks, just authentic conversations with people who get it.
Talk AI over AI (Authentic Indian) with Straiker
6:30–10PM | Hosted by Staiker
Before the madness of RSAC, join the Straiker team at the Michelin-Guide featured restaurant for an innovative spin on Indian food topped with good vibes and even better conversations.
Arrive early for a personalized steampunk postcard keepsake!
AFTERUSE 2025 - The Legendary After-Hours Cybersecurity Party
8pm - 12am | Hawthorn | Hosted by Anetac, Island, Upsite, Night Dragon, VulnCheck, ThriveDX & Intaso
AfterFuse is a one-of-a-kind experience, with mind-blowing themes, competitive games, custom cocktails, and surprises. You won’t know the theme until the week of the event— but trust us, it’ll be unforgettable.
Security Collective at RSA 2025
5:30pm - 9:00pm | Fang Restaurant | Hosted by Leen, Ross Haleliuk's (Venture in Security), Caleb Sima (White Rabbit VC), Formal and the Security Founders Group.
Come have drinks and bites with us at Fang Restaurant, right across from Moscone Center.
This is a no-pressure event - come when you can, leave when you need to. Perfect chance to step away from the conference madness and have actual conversations with other security founders and leaders.
RSA — Sommelier-Led Wine Experience — Friend or Foe?
5:30pm – 19:00 PT | Hosted by Stytch
Stytch is bringing the wine and the AI-fueled security debates. Intimate, sommelier-led event for CTOs and engineering leads. Talk about threats, traffic, and AI Agents.
RSAC Happy Hour with LimaCharlie
6:00pm – 9:00pm | Kona’s Street Market | Hosted by Lima Charlie
Join the security community at Kona's Street Market, just a few blocks from Moscone, for an evening of craft cocktails, mocktails, appetizers, and engaging conversations. You'll get to hang with an awesome crowd of security folks - engineers, founders, leaders, and innovators from all corners of the industry.
After-Hours Security Sync
5:30pm – 8:30pm | Woodbury | Hosted by Modus Create x StackHawk x GitHub
Unwind after a day at RSA with great company, drinks, and engaging conversations about the latest in security and tech. Network with industry leaders, developers, and innovators in a relaxed atmosphere.
📍 Wednesday, April 30
Cocktails with AI Trust Score™
4:00pm – 6:00pm | Hawthorn SF | Hosted by Tumeryk, Redport, and SandboxAQ.
Risk management folks and Gen AI enthusiasts, this one’s for you. Carry your RSAC Badge for Entry and official email required for approvals.
OWASP Gen AI Security Community Networking
5:30pm – 8:30pm | SPUR | Hosted by OWASP Gen AI Security Project
If you’re at the OWASP LLM + Gen AI Summit, swing by for drinks and convo with your fellow AI security nerds. Join the crowd just a short block and half walk from RSA for drinks and light bites Wednesday evening with fellow conference attendees.
📍 Thursday, May 1
Sip & Serve RSAC Afterparty
4:00pm – 6:00pm | SPIN, SF | Hosted by Heavybit and Tailscale
Join for an RSA-week happy hour that blends high-performance networks, cutting-edge developer tools, and fast-paced ping pong action. This is your chance to step off the Moscone floor, pick up a paddle, and connect with builders and tech leaders driving the future of secure infrastructure and design.
That’s a Wrap (for now)
Whether you're in it for the tacos, the mocktails, or the chance to have a heart-to-heart with a CISO at 1AM, RSA’s party circuit is unmatched.
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If you're hosting a side event at RSA and think it deserves a spot on this list, write to us here and we’ll get it added!
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