Otakon 2024 Annual Convention
Celebrate Asian pop culture this year at Otakon 2024, held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from August 1 - 3.
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2024 National CERT Conference
Join us for the National CERT Conference at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center July 23 - 26.
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EECFNA Jubilee 2024
Celebrate the EECF's 50th anniversary with the EECFNA Jubilee at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center July 26 - 27.
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Empower the Community Weekend 2024
Come sign up for the family-friendly Empower the Community Weekend event at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on July 27.
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LEED Gold Certification
The Walter E. Washington Convention Center has achieved prestigious LEED Gold Certification.
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Quick Facts
700k+
Square Ft for Exhibiting
77
Meeting Rooms
$6M
Art Collection Value
2003
Year Opened
About the Walter E. Washington Convention Center
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.
Award-Winning Convention Center
