A National Celebration During America’s 250th Anniversary
This April, Arlington, Virginia hosts The Military Child World Expo 2026, a three-day cultural gathering honoring the children and families who serve beside our nation’s service members. The Expo is the first of its kind to recognize both the military children of today and the adults who once were military children, celebrating identity, belonging, resilience, and legacy across generations.
The Expo includes:
Carrying the Torch of Care Breakfast recognizing teen and adult caregivers
The Promise of the Six Youth Summit & Cultural Pavilion with workshops, performances, and creative expression labs
Youth Innovation & Enterprise Showcase, including the national Sneaker Dripping™ Design Competition
School & Installation Delegation Roll Call including Purple Star and DoDEA schools
America’s Torchbearers Showcase at Fashion Centre at Pentagon City (open to the public)
This historic event invites all who believe in service, family, community, and the legacy of the military child.
April 18, 25 & 26, 2026 • Arlington, VA
Visit: www.TheMilitaryChildWorldExpo.com