The AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition is the largest land power forum in North America — and it’s coming to Washington DC this October. If you’re attending, exhibiting, or planning to visit for this landmark defense event, here’s everything you need to know.
AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition 2026 will be held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in downtown Washington, DC, from October 12–14, 2026. Organized by the Association of the United States Army, this three-day event is the premier professional development forum for anyone connected to the U.S. Army, the defense industry, or national security policy.
AUSA 2026 is expected to draw over 44,000 attendees from the United States and 92 countries worldwide. The exposition floor will feature more than 750 exhibitors — defense contractors, technology providers, military equipment manufacturers, and government agencies — making it one of the most comprehensive displays of land power capability in the world.
What to Expect at AUSA 2026
The AUSA Annual Meeting is far more than a trade show. The three-day program includes:
- No on-site parking lot. Street nearby is often 2-hour residential. Use SpotHero or paid lots/garages. Never free on-site.
- 11 private guest rooms, each with en-suite bathroom
- Free high-speed Wi-Fi
- Quiet residential setting — essential for focused work and good rest
- Close to Embassy Row and Dupont Circle restaurants for client dinners and off-site meetings
Getting to AUSA 2026
- Metro: Mount Vernon Square (Green/Yellow Line) or Gallery Place (Red/Green/Yellow Line) — both are a short walk to the Convention Center
- From Reagan National (DCA): ~15 minutes by Metro (Yellow/Green Line direct)
- From Dulles (IAD): ~45 minutes by Metro (Silver Line to Metro Center, then transfer) or rideshare
- From BWI: ~60 minutes by MARC train to Union Station, then Metro
Plan Ahead for AUSA 2026
With 44,000+ attendees, AUSA week is one of the busiest times in DC. Here are some tips:
- Book accommodation early — downtown DC hotels fill fast for AUSA. American Guest House often still has availability when others don’t.
- Register early — online registration closes around mid-September. Badge pickup details are on the AUSA website.
- Dress code: Business casual generally; black tie for the Marshall Dinner on October 14.
- Leave time for security — the Convention Center has bag checks and security screening at entry.
Book Your AUSA 2026 Stay
DC fills up fast in October. Reserve your room at American Guest House now to secure your accommodation for AUSA 2026.
Contact us with any questions about your DC stay or logistics for AUSA week.
American Guest House is a top-rated bed and breakfast in Washington DC’s Kalorama neighborhood, minutes from Dupont Circle. Breakfast included on the Standard Rate and Last Minute Deal only. No on-site parking lot; use SpotHero or paid lots.
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