Top Trending GovCon Events - March 31, 2026

At a Glance — March 31, 2026

• 10 events generating contractor interest
• 8 in-person | 2 virtual
• 8 unique organizers
• Locations: Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center, 11493 Sunset Hills Rd., Reston, VA 20190, Washington, DC, Virtual

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: 8 in-person events for face-to-face networking and 2 virtual options for remote participation.

Event Overview

• Trending Events: 10
• In-Person: 8
• Virtual: 2
• Organizers: 8

Trending GovCon Events

🥇 2026 Federal AI Forum

• Organizer: GovCIO Media & Research
• Date: August 13, 2026
• Location: Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center, 11493 Sunset Hills Rd., Reston, VA 20190

GovCIO Media & Research is hosting a summit focused on Artificial Intelligence, Data, Cybersecurity. This forum provides critical insights into the next frontier of 'agentic AI' and its practical impl...

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🥈 The 14th Annual Border Security & Intelligence Summit

• Organizer: Defense Strategies Institute (DSI)
• Date: April 1, 2026 – April 2, 2026
• Location: Washington, DC

Defense Strategies Institute (DSI) is hosting a summit focused on Border Security, Intelligence, Law Enforcement. This summit provides direct access to high-ranking CBP and DHS decision-makers, includ...

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🥉 Cyber & Supply Chain Security Committee Meeting- Cyber Update

• Organizer: Coalition for Government Procurement
• Date: April 8, 2026
• Format: Virtual

Coalition for Government Procurement is hosting a networking focused on Cybersecurity, Supply Chain Security, Federal Contracting. This session provides critical updates on federal cybersecurity polic...

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#4 The OpenGov Conference 2026

• Organizer: OpenGov Inc
• Date: April 29, 2026 – May 1, 2026
• Location: Rosemont, IL

OpenGov Inc is hosting a conference focused on Public Sector, Modern Governance, Digital Transformation. This conference provides direct access to over 1,000 local government decision-makers, includin...

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#5 Women in Industry Day 2026

• Organizer: GovConHacks
• Date: April 17, 2026
• Location: North Charleston, SC

GovConHacks is hosting a conference focused on Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Software. This event provides a unique opportunity for government contractors to network with professional women and leade...

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#6 2026 DLA 4D Symposium

• Organizer: DLA
• Date: April 1, 2026 – April 2, 2026
• Location: Hilton Alexandria Mark Center, 5000 Seminary Road

Overview The event focuses on Digital Interoperability; Data, Analytics & AI; Decision Advantage; Driving Transformation, and much more. Your ticket is good for BOTH days. Join us at the 2026 DLA 4D S...

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#7 2026 Law Enforcement-Homeland Security Forum & Technology Exposition

• Organizer: NCSI
• Date: May 6, 2026

NCSI is hosting a conference focused on Counterterrorism, Transnational Organized Crime, Counterdrug, Border Security, Maritime Security, Emerging & Innovative Technologies. This classified forum prov...

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#8 Grants QSMO Industry Day

• Organizer: Grants QSMO
• Date: April 21, 2026
• Format: Virtual

Grants QSMO is hosting a other focused on Grants Management, Federal IT, GSA Schedules. This event provides critical intelligence on the new Grants Management Special Item Number (SIN) approach. Contr...

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#9 Health IT Summit

• Organizer: GovCIO Media & Research
• Date: September 2, 2026
• Location: Bethesda Marriott, 5151 Pooks Hill Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814

GovCIO Media & Research is hosting a summit focused on Health IT, Artificial Intelligence, Data. This summit provides direct access to federal health leaders focused on high-priority initiatives like ...

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#10 2026 AI Summit

• Organizer: GovCIO Media & Research
• Date: November 6, 2026
• Location: Hyatt Regency Tysons Corner Center, 7901 Tysons One Pl, Tysons, VA 22102

GovCIO Media & Research is hosting a professional summit focused on the responsible scaling of artificial intelligence across federal missions. This event provides a platform for government and indust...

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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 Defense Strategies Institute (DSI) 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.