About Us

We Host It All

Attendees walking through Walter E Washington Convention Center

Events DC is the premier host of conventions, sports, entertainment, and cultural events in the nation’s capital.

As the official convention and sports authority for Washington, DC, we create experiences that engage, excite and entertain visitors from around the world and benefit our local economy and community.

Our Mission

Events DC generates economic and community benefits for the residents and businesses of the District of Columbia by creating  premier event experiences in the nation’s capital, and through the promotion of Washington, DC as a world-class destination. 

Our Purpose

Events DC is the official one-stop-shop for hosting conventions, entertainment, sporting and cultural events in the nation’s capital, driving economic and community impact for the District of Columbia.

Focused on Success

Events DC focuses on three business divisions that drive our success, serve our clients and community, and fuel local economic development:

Conventions and Meetings

RAMMYS Event with guests and chefs enjoying music and lights

From our environmentally innovative Walter E. Washington Convention Center to the historic Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square, Events DC offers a variety of venues to please crowds of all sizes. 

Sports and Entertainment

2018 DOTA2 Captains Draft e-sports event

From electrifying concerts at the Festival Grounds to energy-packed health & fitness expos at the DC Armory and enthralling esports tournaments at Entertainment & Sports Arena, Events DC has the top-tier service and flexible facilities that let you name your own tune or game. 

Creative Services

Cherry Blossom Festival Pparade with cherry floats

Events DC strategically invests in markets and promotes the District’s premier cultural events and activities, driving revenue opportunities and generating economic and community benefits for the capital and our event partners.