Know Before You Go

Hotel and venue

Event check-in and registration

Event check-in and badge pick-up

To gain access to the event, all Cisco Live attendees and guests must present a government-issued photo ID at check-in. You will not be allowed access without a photo ID, even if a registration pass has been purchased. All Cisco Live attendees must be 21 years of age or older.

IT Leadership attendees must check in and pick up their badges at the IT Leadership Registration desk in Mandalay Bay, Level 1, Bayside D, next to Main Registration. The dedicated ITL Registration Desk will be open at the following times:

Badge pick-up

Badges and lanyards must be worn at all times to access the conference, including at evening social activities. A $100 reprint fee applies for lost badges and a $100 replacement fee applies for lost lanyards. For further badge assistance, visit Main Registration.

Event check-in and badge pick-up will be open at the following times and locations:

Main Registration: Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Level 1, Bayside D

• Saturday, May 30: 43 - 7 p.m.
• Sunday, May 31: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
• Monday, June 1: 7 a.m. - 75 p.m.
• Tuesday, June 2: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Wednesday, June 3: 7 a.m. - 65 p.m.
• Thursday, June 4: 7 a.m. - 31 p.m.

Badge n' Go: Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Level 1, Shark Reef Corridor & Mandalay Bay Arena Box Office; MGM Level 1, Grand Ballroom Pre-Function; Luxor, North Tour Lobby

• Saturday, May 30: 4 - 7 p.m.
• Sunday, May 31: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
• Monday, June 1: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
• Tuesday, June 2: 7 - 11 a.m.

As an IT Leadership attendee, you will see a small wearable beacon located on the back of your badge. This device sends a unique signal allowing the event to view traffic patterns to enhance the attendee experience. Please note: this does not extend outside of the Mandalay Bay Oceanside Ballroom where the IT Leadership sessions take place, and we will not share information with any 3rd party.

Badge requirement

Badges and lanyards must be worn at all times to access the conference, including at evening social activities. A $100 reprint fee applies for lost badges and a $100 replacement fee applies for lost lanyards. For further assistance, go to the IT Leadership Registration Desk in Mandalay Bay, Level 1, Bayside D.

Backpack and t-shirt pick-up

You can pick up materials at the ITL registration desk at Mandalay Bay, Level 1, Bayside D. See hours above.

For your convenience, a luggage check will be available to attendees on Wednesday and Thursday of the event.

Luggage Check: Mandalay Bay Arena Hallway Entrance

• Wednesday, June 3: 7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
• Thursday, June 4: 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Cisco Live Celebration (7:30 – 11 p.m.)

Get ready to take over Allegiant Stadium on Wednesday, June 3 for a Cisco Live Celebration full of live music, great food, and connections with familiar faces and new friends. All Celebration attendees must have an official Cisco Live badge and lanyard for entry. Your Cisco Live badge is your "ticket" to the show!

Celebration shuttles will run from 7:15 – 11:30 p.m. between Allegiant Stadium and participating hotels. See the Shuttle section below for full details.

Celebration Guest Passes

Bring a guest to join the fun, including the Cisco Live Celebration and the CCIE party (for eligible CCIE attendees). Guest passes cost $245 and must be purchased by June 2, 2026. To purchase a pass, visit the Attendee Concierge Desk or add one through the Attendee Dashboard.

Allegiant Stadium bag policy

Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and must not exceed 12" x 6" x 12".  Small clutch bags, purses or wallets, 4.5" x 6.5" x 2" or smaller can be taken into the stadium in addition to one of the approved clear bags described above.  An exception will be made for any necessary medical items, but all such items are subject to inspection prior to entry.  Prohibited items include, but are not limited to, purses larger than 4.5" x 6.5" x 2", coolers, briefcases, diaper bags, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, seat cushions, luggage of any kind, computer bags, and camera bags or any bag larger than the permissible size.

Shuttles

Cisco Live shuttles will operate daily between Mandalay Bay Convention Center and select conference hotels (MGM Grand, MGM Signature). Several hotels, including W, Luxor, and the Four Seasons are within walking distance of the Mandalay Bay Convention Center.

The Cisco Live Celebration shuttle will run continuously on Wednesday, June 3 from 7:15 – 11:30 p.m. Use the Shuttle Schedule to find boarding locations.

Event amenities

Wireless access

Cisco Live provides wireless internet access throughout Mandalay Bay Convention Center. The Cisco Live wireless network has been fully migrated to the 5GHz spectrum to guarantee the best performance for our attendees. Wireless coverage maps and performance data are also presented at the Cisco Live Network Operations Center (NOC).

Automatically onboard via the Cisco Events App using Cisco Spaces OpenRoaming, or manually join with the following:

Wireless SSID: #CiscoLive
Passcode: @ciscolive

Note: This is a public network; use of a personal firewall is recommended. Cisco employees must use VPN connections for corporate connectivity and should contact GTRC for support needs at +1 408-526-8888.

Session attendance

Secure your seat by registering ahead. Log in to "My Schedule" in the Attendee Dashboard or use the Cisco Events App to review sessions, networking events, and activities. 

Plan to arrive at your scheduled sessions no later than 15 minutes prior to start. We will start seating standby attendees on a first come, first served basis 5 minutes before the session officially starts.

Session PDFs

During the event, presentation PDFs will be uploaded to Session Catalog and the Cisco Events App for the sessions that you attended. Technical Seminar PDFs and Instructor-led Labs (LTR) presentations will only be available in the Session Catalog and on the Cisco Events App for those who have purchased the session.

Session surveys

Let us know about your session! Session surveys will become available in the Cisco Events App under "My Surveys" and in the Attendee Dashboard once you scan into a session. The overall conference survey will be posted on Wednesday afternoon.

Complete four (4) session surveys and the overall conference survey in the Cisco Events App for a chance to win a complimentary Full Conference pass to Cisco Live 2027. Learn more about contest details in the Cisco Events App.

Certification Testing Center

Location: North Convention Center, Lower Level, South Pacific E

Certification Testing Center hours

A complimentary Cisco certification exam is included in all Full Conference and IT Leadership packages. Registration for certifications must be scheduled through Pearson prior to arrival. Exams cannot be scheduled onsite. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis.

No shows for scheduled exams will result in a $40 fee. If you cannot make your scheduled exam, please stop by the Cisco Certification Testing Center to cancel or change your appointment to avoid being charged.

For those planning to take a Cisco or Splunk certification exam onsite as part of their package, here are a few reminders:

• You must schedule your exam with Pearson by May 30. Exams cannot be scheduled onsite. Still need to book? Log in to the Attendee Dashboard to get started.
• Seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis.
• No Shows for scheduled exams will result in a $40 fee. If you cannot make your scheduled exam, please stop by the Testing Center to cancel or change your appointment to avoid being charged.

Instructor-led Labs

One free Instructor-led Lab is included in all Full Conference and IT Leadership packages. Labs are 4-hours long and take place Sunday – Thursday. Session registration must be completed before arriving onsite. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis.

Sign into your Cisco Live account to find and register for available labs. Note: You may go stand-by for an Instructor-led Lab that you have not registered for. We will open seats for Instructor-led Labs 15 minutes after the session has started.

Cisco Live global broadcast

Tune in Tuesday – Thursday. View the agenda to find which sessions will be broadcast live on social media and the official Cisco Live global website. You can watch on monitors located throughout Mandalay Bay Convention Center and in the World of Solutions.