The Walter E. Washington Convention Center (photo courtesy of washington.org)
The Walter E. Washington Convention Center
The Walter E. Washington Convention Center will be the venue for the conference from Wednesday, April 15 to Sunday, April 19, 2026.
From international policy conferences and industry conventions to pop culture festivals, black-tie fundraisers, and even presidential inaugural balls, the Walter E. Washington Convention Center unites locals and visitors from around the world to experience the best of the nation’s capital. With a prime location in the heart of downtown’s convention and entertainment district, visitors will find plenty to do with access to the hottest restaurants & bars, shopping, hotels and live sports..
Website: https://eventsdc.com/venue/walter-e-washington-convention-center/
Address: Walter E. Washington Convention Center
801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW
Washington, DC 20001
Access
Located downtown in the heart of our nation’s capital, it’s easy to find your way to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from any corner of the city, by whichever means of transportation suits you best.
By Metro: The Convention Center sits atop the Mt. Vernon Square/7th Street-Convention Center station served by Metro's Green and Yellow lines. Alternatively, take the Red Line to the Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro station which is a 5 minute walk from the Convention Center.
Visit WMATA.com or call (202) 637-7000 for maps, schedules and more information on traveling by metro or bus.
By Train: Amtrak serves DC's Union Station and is connected to the DC Metro on the Red Line.
By Plane: DC is served by three major airports (DCA, IAD and BWI), easily accessible to the city.
By Car & Parking: Whether you’re driving yourself or using a rideshare service, Google Maps can help get you here. Multiple parking garages are located around the Convention Center with hourly and daily rates.
By Foot: You’ll quickly find that DC is one of the most walkable and bikeable cities in the nation. If you’re staying nearby, strolling or pedaling will get you here soon enough!
Visit Washington DC
DC offers unique cultural diversity, pairing international influence with a distinct local identity. It’s easy to access and navigate through three airports. Traversing the city is simple, whether by foot, via bike rental with Capital Bikeshare, or through the city’s efficient Metrorail system. The nation’s capital is a go-to destination for a successful and unforgettable visit.
DC is a memorable, world-class destination filled with unique venues and hundreds of free things to do. Take a stroll along the beautiful National Mall and admire the city’s numerous monuments and memorials, or enjoy a theatre performance at renowned venues like the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and Arena Stage. Historic Georgetown offers many options for shopping, as well as inside the fashion-forward CityCenterDC.
After the conference, explore DC’s nightlife and flourishing dining scene that has been rewarded with three Michelin Guides. Near the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, attendees and visitors can enjoy acclaimed restaurants, including All-Purpose Pizzeria and Unconventional Diner.
For more information, visit washington.org.