VIP seating

VIP reserved seating is available in the front of the Main Ballroom and Breakout 1. These seats are first come, first served. Please be sure your VIP badge is clearly visible. Saving of seats is not permitted. Due to security protocols, no personal items may be left unattended at any time.nded at any time.

VIP-ONLY PROGRAMMING

THE FOLLOWING SESSIONS ARE VIP-ONLY:

Swapping Sides: Two Prosecutors Turn Defense Attorneys and Go From Putting Bad Folks Behind Bars, to Defending Them

• Saturday, 9/6 | 5:30 PM | Breakout 2

Speaker(s): Matt Murphy, Brian Gurwitz, and Kathy Pezdek

Like a baseball player that has switched teams, Matt Murphy and Brian Gurwitz are now ‘playing for the other side’. Join the famed former prosecutors as they take you on a career and emotional journey from the District Attorney’s Office to the Defense’s table and how making the decision to ‘swap sides’ was a difficult, yet no-brainer, move.

Both have tried and won some of California and the country’s most notable and headline grabbing cases, but now both have turned to defending those in need of counsel, are wrongly accused, or are up against the fight of their life. Hear from both on why they made the decision to leave prosecution and turn to defense, a change that has proven both challenging as their tactics of practicing law has done a 180. Hear what it’s like to go up against former colleagues, what tips and tricks they brought over with them, and what happens when they are faced with the possibility of defending someone that might very well may be guilty, but still has the right to counsel.

VIP Only Cocktail Hour

• Saturday, 9/6 | 7:00 PM | Adams Terrace

Saturday is a long day— in the best way! Now it’s time to kick back, raise a glass, and connect with the people who’ve made it all worth it. Join us for the VIP Cocktail Hour with your fellow VIP's, speakers, and creators.

4th Annual CrimeCon CLUE Awards Banquet

• Saturday, 9/6 | 8:00 PM | Main Ballroom
  

[Advance Registration Required | Registration is now closed]

Welcome to the fourth annual CrimeCon CLUE Awards banquet, the marquee evening event of CrimeCon weekend. Hosted by Ice-T, join us (and some of your favorite speakers and creators!) as we recognize outstanding projects across television, documentaries, podcasts, books, and more. A three-course dinner will be served before the show.

Please Note: If you registered for the CLUE Awards banquet, during registration you will get a sticker corresponding with the entree selection you previously chose. That sticker must be adhered to your CrimeCon badge and is required for all CLUE attendees at the door. If you do not receive your entree sticker at registration, please visit the Help Desk before the banquet.

The Fingerprinting Experience

• Gold VIP Lounge | Sign-up is required—please reserve your time slot on-site in Denver through your VIP Concierge

Step into the role of an evidence technician in this hands-on, VIP-exclusive experience at CrimeCon Denver! 

You’ve just been called to the scene of a possible homicide, and it’s up to you and your team to identify potential evidence, lift usable fingerprints, and match them to a suspect. Led by seasoned Crime Scene Investigator Dr. Sharon Plotkin and her team, this 45-minute immersive session will teach you real-world fingerprinting techniques and put your investigative skills to the test. Can you make the match and crack the case?

This is a one-of-a-kind CrimeCon experience you won’t find anywhere else. So grab your bestie — or your newest VIP partner-in-crime — and let’s solve it together!

Note: This experience is available for VIP badge holders only. Sign-up is required—please reserve your time slot on-site through your VIP Concierge in the VIP Lounge. The full experience lasts approximately 45 minutes, so be sure to plan accordingly.

platinum & diamond exclusive PROGRAMMING

THE FOLLOWING SESSIONS/EXPERIENCES ARE FOR PLATINUM AND DIAMOND VIP-ONLY:

Shooting Simulator

• Diamond VIP Lounge | There is no advance sign-up required

Test your skills in the Shooting Simulator, located in the Diamond Lounge! Experience split-second decision-making scenarios or take on the Zombie Apocalypse Challenge for a chance to win fun prizes.

The simulator will be available the following days/times:

• Friday: 2:00pm-6:00pm
• Saturday: 9:00am-6:00pm
• Sunday: 9:00am-1:00pm

Platinum & Diamond VIP Breakfast

• Sunday, 9/7 | 8:00 AM | Maple 3/4/5

Additional details TBA.

DISCOUNTED SEPARATELY TICKETED EVENTS

The following events require a separate ticket. Tickets are discounted or free (where noted) for VIP badge holders and are subject to availability. Registration is required for all separately ticketed events. To register and obtain your discount, use the promo code sent to your email on the checkout page.

CrimeCon 2025 Kickoff Party: Campfire Confidential

• Thursday, 9/4 | 7:00 PM | Mountain View Pavilion

CC25 Platinum VIP Attendees take 25% off General Admission tickets, subject to availability.

An Evening with Ice-T: Behind the SVU Badge

• Friday, 9/5 | 7:30 PM | Main Ballroom

CC25 Platinum VIP Attendees take 25% off General Admission tickets, subject to availability.

Wisecrack

• Saturday, 9/6 | 8:00 PM | Breakout 2

CC25 Platinum VIP Attendees get free admission, registration is required and subject to availability.

Please note: by attending Wisecrack, you will not be able to attend the CrimeCon CLUE Awards Banquet.

fast track access

Only Diamonds & Platinums have Meet & Greet Fast Track access. This means you can skip to the front of the queue and get back to programming as quickly as possible. To use this lane, you must be wearing your Fast Pass wristband, which can only be picked up in the the Diamond or Platinum Lounge. No exceptions can be made without the wristband visibly on your wrist. Please be sure to follow the signage for this exclusive Fast Track lane. 

private merchandise ordering

Don't waste time waiting in line for merch when you could be in sessions instead. Only Diamonds & Platinums have access to a private merchandise ordering station in the Platinum lounge. Orders will be packed by our staff and delivered to the Platinum lounge for you to pick up a few hours later. 

Plus, early access: CC25 VIP attendees get early access to the merchandise store on Friday, 9/5 at 11:00 AM! The store opens to all attendees at 12:00 PM.