Learn about Cisco Live

For more than 30 years, Cisco Live has delivered education and inspiration to technology innovators worldwide through large-scale events, as well as on-demand education. It is the premier destination for Cisco customers and partners to gain knowledge, build community, and create an AI strategy.

Join us at Cisco Live

February 9-14, 2025

RAI Amsterdam
Europaplein 24   
1078 GZ, Amsterdam  
The Netherlands

As the place where the best and the brightest minds in IT come to learn, Cisco Live will ignite creativity, deliver practical know-how, and accelerate the connections that power an inclusive future for all. 

Why you should attend

The Cisco Live community comes together annually for an experience that delivers the latest technical education, insights, and inspiration to support your success.

Great use of time

96%

rated Cisco Live as a valuable use of their time

High satisfaction

92%

were very satisfied or satisfied with Cisco Live

Content is everything

94%

were very satisfied or satisfied with session content

*Results from Cisco Live 2024 overall onsite survey.

Use our Cisco Live proposal letter to convince your boss you should attend.

Proposal letter

Community

Meet with Cisco experts to discuss your technical or business-related questions and challenges. Connect and share with other participants at the Social Media Central.

Education

Learn about Cisco products, technologies, and services including AI, security, and networking. Validate your skills with a free Cisco Certification exam.

Inspiration

Hear from Cisco’s executive leadership and industry leaders about their vision for the future. Learn from leading partners and Cisco experts in the World of Solutions.

Fun

Let’s party at the Cisco Live Celebration. Enjoy receptions, meetups, the Cisco Live Challenge, and opportunities to give back to the community.

Explore the NetVet program

This exclusive program is designed to honor our Cisco Live customers and partners globally. Participants qualify for NetVet status after they’ve attended at least three Cisco Live events globally in the past seven years, making 2025 their fourth Cisco Live event.

The Cisco Live event registration tool will automatically identify your NetVet status and qualification based on your email address. NetVet status is for customers and partners only. Contact our Registration Support team if you have questions about your status.

First time attending Cisco Live?

We can’t wait to welcome our first time participants to our Cisco Live community. Get ready for fun, inspiration, and education by reviewing our newcomer to-do list, hearing from past participants, and more.

As you prepare for your week in Amsterdam, keep these tips from past participants in mind!

  • Wear comfortable shoes! Your feet will thank you as you’ll be walking a lot.

  • Bring your own refillable water bottle. Help us meet our sustainability goals and use our water refill stations. Bottled water or plastic cups will not be available onsite. 

  • Book sessions and labs early. They fill up quickly. The early bird gets the seat. Session scheduling opens on December 4. 

Jumpstart your career

Are you new to the technology industry and looking for ways to accelerate your career growth? Cisco Live is the destination for Millennial and Gen Z talent looking to enhance their careers. Join your peers for a panel discussion focused on early-in-career and participate in experiences that are meaningful to you. Find sessions relevant to your personal and professional growth by exploring the Early in Career Learning Map.

Need help convincing your boss? Use our Early in Career approval letter to explain how attending Cisco Live will help you develop the skills and insights needed to help your company thrive.

There is something for everyone

Register today for the best pricing and your free Certification exam. Did you know you can also use your Cisco Learning Credits to pay for your registration?

Participate in all the technical content Cisco Live has to offer.

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Additional info

View the agenda

Start planning your time at Cisco Live with this high-level agenda.

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