You are invited to attend the
2026 CAPITOL HILL DEFENSE OUTLOOK SUMMIT
One of the Top Defense Events of 2026!
January 20, 2026
Washington D.C.
Join us on January 20, 2026 for the 2026 Capitol Hill Defense Outlook Summit! This major national defense conference in Washington will feature Members of Congress, Pentagon officials, military base commanders, procurement officials, and prime defense contractors. The Summit offers insights into the historic $1 Trillion 2026 defense budget, which allocates significant funds for Air Force, Army, Navy, USMC, and Space Force procurement. The Summit features General Sessions, Matchmaking Sessions, Exhibit Areas, and many networking opportunities.
Learn more about the latest defense contracting opportunities especially in these important areas:
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Golden Dome for America
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Shipbuilding
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AI in Defense
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Drones & Anti-Drone Technology
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Critical Munitions
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Military Base Infrastructure & Depot Maintenance
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Military Construction
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Small Businesses Interested in Defense & Federal Contracting
To learn more about our Defense Outlook Summits, click the "2025 Defense Outlook Summit Recap" video below.
The Summit is brought to you by the United States Defense Leadership Forum, which has brought more than 250,000 military, government, and business leaders together since 2010 to identify the best solutions to defend the United States. Numerous Members of Congress have provided keynote addresses at its highly-regarded defense contracting summits.
SUMMIT AGENDA
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
6:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Exhibit Move-In
7:30 AM: On-Site Attendee Registration & Check-In
8:00AM - 8:30 AM In-Person Matchmaking Sign-Up
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM: Networking Breakfast with Exhibitors
8:30 AM - 10:40 AM: General Sessions
10:40 AM - 11:10 AM: Networking Break with Exhibitors & Sponsors
11:10 AM - 12:00 PM: General Sessions
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM: General Sessions
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Networking with Exhibitors & Sponsors
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: General Session
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM: In-Person Matchmaking Sessions I
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: VIP Networking Reception (Sponsors, Speakers, Exhibitors, VIP Business Attendees)
Final Program Subject to Change
EVENT LOCATION
Rayburn House Office Building
45 Independence Ave SW,
Washington, DC 20515
