Top Trending GovCon Events - February 20, 2026

At a Glance — February 20, 2026

• 10 events generating contractor interest
• 7 in-person | 3 virtual
• 9 unique organizers
• Locations: Ritz Carlton Pentagon City, 1250 S Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202, Renaissance Arlington Capital View, 2800 Potomac Ave, Arlington, VA 22202, Gaylord National Convention Center, National Harbor, MD

Events Drawing Contractor Attention

These 10 GovCon events and conferences are receiving the most interest from government contractors today. High engagement indicates events with strong networking potential, relevant content, or significant agency participation.

Format Mix: 7 in-person events for face-to-face networking and 3 virtual options for remote participation.

Event Overview

• Trending Events: 10
• In-Person: 7
• Virtual: 3
• Organizers: 9

Trending GovCon Events

🥇 2026 Defense IT Summit

• Organizer: GovCIO Media & Research
• Date: February 26, 2026
• Location: Ritz Carlton Pentagon City, 1250 S Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202

GovCIO Media & Research is hosting the Defense IT Summit focused on examining how emerging technologies and modern strategies advance mission readiness. This event provides a platform for senior milit...

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🥈 2026 CyberScape Summit

• Organizer: GovCIO Media & Research
• Date: April 16, 2026
• Location: Renaissance Arlington Capital View, 2800 Potomac Ave, Arlington, VA 22202

GovCIO Media & Research is hosting a full-day summit focused on federal cybersecurity priorities and emerging defense tactics. This event provides a platform for federal and industry leaders to explor...

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🥉 ServiceNow Government Forum 2026

• Organizer: ServiceNow
• Date: March 5, 2026
• Location: Gaylord National Convention Center, National Harbor, MD

ServiceNow is hosting a one-day forum focused on how AI and human intelligence can address pressing challenges within government agencies. This event provides attendees with tools and connections to t...

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#4 High-Value AI Use Cases in Government: Modernizing Public Health

• Organizer: C3.AI Government Team at Carahsoft
• Date: March 19, 2026
• Format: Virtual

Carahsoft and C3 AI are hosting a webcast focused on the implementation of Enterprise AI within federal health agencies. This event provides actionable insights into consolidating siloed data lakes to...

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#5 SBIR/STTR Spring Innovation Conference 2026

• Organizer: TechConnect (Powered by ATI)
• Date: March 10, 2026 – March 12, 2026
• Location: Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh, NC

TechConnect is hosting a national innovation conference focused on the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. This event provides direct acce...

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#6 Understanding Federal Contracting

• Organizer: U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
• Date: February 24, 2026
• Format: Virtual

The U.S. Small Business Administration is hosting a virtual educational session focused on federal contracting programs and small business certifications. This event provides small business owners and...

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#7 Bridging the Gap in GovCon Networking Event 2026

• Organizer: Virginia APEX Accelerator
• Date: March 13, 2026
• Location: Fairfax City, VA

Virginia APEX Accelerator is hosting a networking event focused on government contracting and industry readiness. This event facilitates direct connections between existing contractors, aspiring small...

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#8 2026 Human Systems Conference

• Organizer: National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA)
• Date: March 17, 2026 – March 18, 2026
• Location: To be determined

NDIA is hosting a specialized technical conference focused on the advancement of human-systems integration within defense and national security sectors. This event facilitates the exchange of technica...

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#9 9th Annual NDIA New England Cyber Event

• Organizer: National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) New England Chapter
• Date: April 29, 2026
• Location: Gillette Stadium, 1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 02035

NDIA New England is hosting its 9th annual cyber-focused conference centered on the intersection of cybersecurity and national defense. This event provides a critical platform for industry leaders and...

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#10 AI Hackathon: AI in Action

• Organizer: ACT-IAC Artificial Intelligence (AI) Working Group
• Date: March 27, 2026
• Format: Virtual

ACT-IAC is hosting a hands-on AI hackathon and solutioning sprint focused on turning emerging AI concepts into practical, mission-focused solutions for the public sector. This event provides a platfor...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are these events generating interest?

These 10 events are receiving high engagement from government contractors on G2Xchange, indicating strong networking potential, relevant content, or significant government buyer attendance. Events from organizers like GovCIO Media & Research and ServiceNow consistently draw industry attention.

How do I find events relevant to my business?

Visit G2Xchange Events to search by date, location, topic, or organizer. Filter for virtual events if travel is a constraint, or find in-person events in your region for face-to-face networking.

What's the value of attending GovCon events?

Industry events provide direct access to government buyers, agency forecasts, and upcoming procurement information. They're also ideal for meeting potential teaming partners, understanding competitor positioning, and building relationships that support your BD pipeline.

How can I maximize my event attendance?

Research attendees and agencies in advance, prepare your capability statement, and schedule meetings with key contacts. Post-event follow-up is critical—connect on LinkedIn and reference specific conversations to build lasting relationships.