Walter E. Washington Convention Center Meeting Space

Welcome

AUSA welcomes affiliated organizations, government, exhibitors, and sponsors to convene and host various functions during Annual Meeting 2026 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Please review the policies before completing the meeting space application. AUSA will be accepting meeting space requests for functions at the Convention Center through Friday, 4 September 2026.

 

Policies:

  • No run of show requests; or multiple back-to-back room reservation blocks allowed
  • Max time allotted is 2 hours per day
  • Meeting space requests are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Signage for your event cannot be placed throughout the Convention Center. Each event is allotted 1 sign outside of the event space.
  • The booking fees includes standard equipment only
  • Specialty equipment, audio visual, internet, food and beverage or any other costs associated with the room are the responsibility of the reserving company/organization

Standard equipment includes:

  • Function floorplan drafted by the Convention Center
  • Facility tables (banquet rounds/classroom tables; does not include high-boy tables)
  • Chairs
  • Riser
  • Lectern
  • One easel per room upon request
  • Facility contacts for ordering av, food and specialty equipment

 

Booking Fees:

To submit a meeting space application, a non-refundable booking fee is required. Refunds will only be granted if AUSA cannot accommodate your meeting request.

  • $1450 for non-members
  • $950 for National, Community, & Association Partners and International Military
  • $700 for Exhibiting or Sponsoring Companies
  • $325 for AUSA Chapters
  • No Charge for U.S. Military/Government Organizations