AUSA Trade Show 2026: Prices, Dates and Venue

What is the AUSA Trade Show? 🛡️

The AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition is the largest land power exposition and professional development forum in North America. Organized by the Association of the United States Army, the event takes place each year in Washington, D.C., and brings together the entire defense ecosystem from government officials and military leaders to manufacturers and tech innovators.

In 2026, the show is expected to gather over 33,000 participants and 700+ exhibitors across 300,000+ square feet of exhibition space. It’s the go-to platform for launching new products, networking with top-tier military decision-makers, and securing strategic defense contracts in the U.S. and beyond.

Dates, Venue and Access 📍

Event Information

• Dates: October 12–14, 2026

• Venue: Walter E. Washington Convention Center

• Address: 801 Mt Vernon Pl NW, Washington, DC 20001

  
  

Getting There

By plane: Reagan National Airport (DCA) is just 15 minutes away by taxi. Dulles (IAD) and BWI are also accessible with direct shuttles.

By metro: Take the Green or Yellow Line to Mt Vernon Sq/7th St-Convention Center Station, which drops you right at the venue.

By car: Nearby parking garages are available, though advance booking is advised.

By taxi/VTC: Drop-off zones are organized directly at the venue entrance.

By foot: Most nearby hotels are within walking distance of the Convention Center.

Exhibitor Pricing and Booth Options 💰

Booth Type	Size (Estimate)	Price Range (USD)	Notes
Standard Inline Booth	10x10 ft (9 m²)	$6,000 – $8,000	Ideal for smaller companies or first-timers
Premium Corner Booth	10x10+ ft	$10,000 – $15,000	Better visibility and traffic flow
Custom Mid-size Booth	36–54 m²	$25,000 – $40,000	Suitable for strong brand exposure
Large Custom Stand	100 m²+	$45,000 – $80,000+	Full custom experience with high impact

If you're aiming for a custom-made, high-end booth, expect to invest at least $30,000. This includes custom design, modular architecture, logistics, setup and teardown, furniture, signage, and on-site support.

Why Exhibit at AUSA 2026? 🎯

Participating in AUSA 2026 gives you exclusive access to the most influential figures in the global defense sector. It's where military vision meets industrial innovation.

Whether you're launching a new tactical solution, AI-powered defense tech, armored vehicles or battlefield communication systems, AUSA allows you to present your brand to serious buyers, from government procurement teams to NATO delegations and private contractors.

Exhibiting here accelerates your sales pipeline, raises your credibility in a high-trust market, and helps you secure strategic partnerships all in one place, over three business-focused days.

Who Should Exhibit? 🧭

• Defense manufacturers (vehicles, arms, protection systems)

• Cybersecurity and military-grade tech providers

• Tactical gear and field equipment companies

• Training, simulation and AI developers

• Defense logistics and transport firms

• Government and international agencies looking to collaborate

  
  

What You Need to Remember ➡️

➡️ AUSA 2026 takes place from October 12–14 at the Washington Convention Center

➡️ Over 33,000 attendees and 700 exhibitors expected across 300,000+ sq ft

➡️ It’s the #1 event for showcasing land power innovation in the U.S.

➡️ High-end custom booths start from $30,000 and offer premium visibility

➡️ This is the ideal venue for strategic defense partnerships and visibility