2025 Defense Communities National Summit
March 31 – April 2, 2025 | Arlington, VA
With a new President, Congress, and DoD leadership on the horizon, 2025 promises significant shifts for America’s defense landscape. Join ADC in the nation’s capital for the Defense Communities National Summit – Navigating Change. This exclusive post-election event will offer unparalleled insights into emerging policies and leadership transitions that will shape defense strategy for years to come. Dive deep into key issues affecting military communities and connect with top leaders from DoD, Congress, and beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of what’s next.
2025 Black Hills Defense & Industry Symposium
April 9 – 10 | Box Elder, SD
The 2025 Black Hills Defense & Industry Symposium will bring together national, regional, and local leaders from industry, the military, and the community to explore the critical role of defense investments in western South Dakota. As a 2024 Great American Defense Community (GADC), the Black Hills Region continues to lead in military innovation and community partnerships. This symposium — hosted by the Black Hills Military Advisory Coalition (BHMAC) in partnership with Northrop Grumman — will highlight how defense investments strengthen both national security and local economies.
2025 North Carolina Defense Summit
April 28 – 30 | Cary, NC
As North Carolina continues to lead in military innovation and community partnerships, the 2025 North Carolina Defense Summit (NCDS) offers a pivotal opportunity to focus on a topic at the forefront of many defense communities across the state—strengthening military spouse resilience. Hosted by the North Carolina Military Affairs Commission (NCMAC) in partnership with the Association of Defense Communities (ADC), this event will bring together military installations, host communities, and defense leaders to drive meaningful change.
Installation Innovation Forum XII
October 27 – 29, 2025 | Monterey, CA
IIF returns to the coast of Monterey in 2025! Featuring 50+ sessions, facilitated meetings and networking events, this forum is the only cross-service event that includes participation from hundreds of installations nationally. Join us for over three days of professional development and networking with defense communities, top industry experts and DoD as we discuss actionable ways to advance innovations at your base and community.
2026 Defense Communities National Summit
May 11 – 13, 2026 | Washington, D.C.
New venue, new dates. More information coming soon.