--- title: "Top Trending GovCon Events - March 5, 2026" description: "Top 10 trending events for March 5, 2026" date: "2026-03-05T06:15:14.347Z" author: "The G2X Research Team" canonical: "https://g2x.com/blog/trending-govcon-events-conferences-march-5-2026" --- # Top Trending GovCon Events - March 5, 2026 Top 10 trending events for March 5, 2026 Original article: https://g2x.com/blog/trending-govcon-events-conferences-march-5-2026 ## At a Glance β€” March 5, 2026 - **10** events generating contractor interest - **9** in-person \| **1** virtual - **10** unique organizers - **Locations**: Virtual via Zoom, Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20004, Washington, DC ## 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**: 9 in-person events for face-to-face networking and 1 virtual options for remote participation. ## Event Overview - **Trending Events**: 10 - **In-Person**: 9 - **Virtual**: 1 - **Organizers**: 10 ## Trending GovCon Events ### πŸ₯‡ Contracting Coffee Hour - **Organizer**: Washington APEX Accelerator - **Date**: April 1, 2026 - **Format**: Virtual Washington APEX Accelerator is hosting a networking focused on Government Contracting, Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness, Small Business Liaison Offices (SBLO) Training. This event offers a u... [View Event Details β†’](https://app.g2xchange.com/events/contracting-coffee-hour-1) ### πŸ₯ˆ Qlik Public Sector Summit - **Organizer**: Qlik - **Date**: May 19, 2026 - **Location**: Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20004 Qlik is hosting a summit focused on Data Analytics, Data Quality, AI. This summit provides direct access to Qlik's executive leadership and insights into how major federal and state agencies are imple... [View Event Details β†’](https://app.g2xchange.com/events/qlik-public-sector-summit) ### πŸ₯‰ Association of the United States Army's Annual Meeting 2026 - **Organizer**: Association of the United States Army (AUSA) - **Date**: October 12, 2026 – October 14, 2026 - **Location**: Washington, DC Association of the United States Army (AUSA) is hosting a conference focused on Defense, Land Power, National Security. This is the largest land power exposition in North America, featuring over 700 e... [View Event Details β†’](https://app.g2xchange.com/events/association-of-the-united-states-armys-annual-meeting-2026) ### \#4 Industry Day 2026 - **Organizer**: Women In Defense Greater Hampton Roads - **Date**: May 15, 2026 - **Location**: Newport News, VA Women In Defense Greater Hampton Roads is hosting a conference focused on Government Contracting, Defense, Procurement. This event provides direct access to SBA procurement insights and strategies for... [View Event Details β†’](https://app.g2xchange.com/events/industry-day-2026) ### \#5 Police Security Expo 2026 - **Organizer**: Sitework Associates, Inc. - **Date**: June 23, 2026 – June 24, 2026 - **Location**: Atlantic City, NJ Sitework Associates, Inc. is hosting a expo focused on Law Enforcement, Security, Public Safety. This is one of the nation's leading industry trade shows for law enforcement and security, providing a ... [View Event Details β†’](https://app.g2xchange.com/events/police-security-expo-2026) ### \#6 VA Office of Information Technology (OIT) Industry Day - **Organizer**: VA - **Date**: March 27, 2026 - **Location**: OSDBU Business Engagement Center located at 801 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20037 WHAT The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Information and Technology (OIT) will host an in-person Industry Day to reconnect and strengthen collaboration with our partner organizations, fo... [View Event Details β†’](https://app.g2xchange.com/events/va-office-of-information-technology-oit-industry-day) ### \#7 Atlanta AFCEA National Security Conference - **Organizer**: AFCEA Atlanta Chapter - **Date**: March 11, 2026 – March 12, 2026 - **Location**: Atlanta, Georgia AFCEA Atlanta Chapter is hosting a conference focused on Cybersecurity, Critical Infrastructure, National Security. This conference offers a unique opportunity to engage with the AFCEA Atlanta communi... [View Event Details β†’](https://app.g2xchange.com/events/atlanta-afcea-national-security-conference-1?utm_source=G2Xchange+FedCiv&utm_campaign=65be67b38c-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2026_03_03_07_51&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-65be67b38c-236799704) ### \#8 Export Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) Cybersecurity Industry Day - **Organizer**: Export Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) - **Date**: May 21, 2026 - **Location**: Washington, DC Export Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) is hosting a conference focused on Cybersecurity, Privacy, AI Governance. This event offers a rare opportunity to brief EXIM's CIO and CISO directly on c... [View Event Details β†’](https://app.g2xchange.com/events/export-import-bank-of-the-united-states-exim-cybersecurity-industry-day) ### \#9 From Signal to Signature: Data-Driven Selling - **Organizer**: GovSpend - **Date**: March 17, 2026 - **Location**: Arlington, VA GovSpend is hosting a workshop focused on Government Sales, AI, Data Analytics. This event provides critical insights into how AI and high-quality data can be used to identify actionable buying signal... [View Event Details β†’](https://app.g2xchange.com/events/from-signal-to-signature-data-driven-selling) ### \#10 Joint Forces Forum - **Organizer**: NaVOBA (National Veteran-Owned Business Association) - **Date**: May 6, 2026 – May 7, 2026 - **Location**: Potomac, MD NaVOBA (National Veteran-Owned Business Association) is hosting a summit focused on Veteran-Owned Business, Corporate Procurement, Supplier Diversity. This forum provides Veteran-owned businesses dire... [View Event Details β†’](https://app.g2xchange.com/events/joint-forces-forum) ## 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 Washington APEX Accelerator and Qlik consistently draw industry attention. ### How do I find events relevant to my business? Visit [G2Xchange Events](https://app.g2xchange.com/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. 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