ADC50: Defense Communities National Summit
Organized by Association of Defense Communities (ADC)
A special 50th anniversary edition of ADC's premier D.C. convening for defense communities, industry, government, and the armed services.
- Dates
- May 11-13, 2026
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Deadline
- -
- Attendees
- 1,500
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About this conference
A special 50th anniversary edition of ADC's premier D.C. convening for defense communities, industry, government, and the armed services. The Summit addresses the rapid pace of change across the Department of Defense, including new leadership, ideas, and significant shifts impacting installations and their supporting communities. It aims to honor ADC's legacy while looking ahead, bringing leaders together to set priorities, advance solutions, and help shape the next 50 years of support for service members, their families, and America's defense communities. The 2026 program will deliver timely insights on defense policy, partnership, and readiness, connecting attendees directly with decision-makers and peers. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of current events, future trends, and how national decisions translate into local impact. The Summit is integrated with 'A Celebration of America's Defense Communities' as part of the overall ADC50 event.
Sponsorship options
Sponsorship opportunities are integrated across all ADC50 events, providing a single, seamless way to collaborate, elevate your presence, and amplify your outreach. Opportunities include: Presenting Sponsor ($100,000 Exclusive), Signature Sponsor ($50,000), Platinum Sponsor ($35,000), Gold Sponsor ($25,000), Silver Sponsor ($10,000). These tiers offer varying levels of visibility, leadership roles, thought leadership, access, hospitality, and exclusive branding opportunities such as After Party Host, Welcome Experience Sponsor, Kickoff Reception Host, Taste of America's Defense Communities, Defense Community Beverage Showcase Sponsor, Transportation Sponsor, Defense Community Music Showcase Sponsor, VIP Lounge Sponsor, Commemorative Gift/Ticket Sponsor, Summit Hotel Key Card Sponsor, Name Badge Sponsor, and Hotel Welcome Reception Sponsor. Community/State Event Partnerships are also available with Command Level ($5,000), Mission Level ($3,000), and Patriot Level ($1,750) packages, offering discounted Summit registrations and reserved tables at A Celebration of America's Defense Communities.
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