Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center

08/21/2026

Wilson Plaza was filled with the full spectrum of sounds, all week long!

Our latest Live! line-up gave visitors a chance to enjoy everything from polka and jazz to Motown, classic country, and rock.

Monday: TKO Band MD — Polka
Tuesday: Joshua Jenkins — Jazz
Wednesday: Groove Spot — R&B, Motown
Thursday: Kiti Gartner & The Drifting Valentines — Rockabilly, Western Swing, Classic Country
Friday: JunkFood — Rock

A huge thank you to all of our talented performers and everyone who stopped by Wilson Plaza to listen, dance, and enjoy the summer sounds!

Catch the highlights in our latest recap reel, and follow along for more Live! Concerts on the Plaza at !

08/21/2026

Race weekend is almost here!

Heading to the Freedom 250 Grand Prix on August 22–23? If you’re driving into Washington, DC, make parking part of your race-day plan.

offers convenient parking in the heart of Downtown DC, plan ahead for race-weekend traffic and road closures, then pull up and park to make your way to the action. https://rrbitc.com/freedom250grandprixparking/

08/19/2026

Today at Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP), our talented chefs joined the market for a Chef Demo. They showcased their culinary skills, shared more about the events and experiences we host at , and gave visitors a taste of our catering capabilities.

They prepared a refreshing Watermelon and Tomato Salad with Feta and Mint, a perfect summer dish that highlighted the creativity and fresh flavors our culinary team brings to the table.

From corporate meetings and conferences to receptions, galas, celebrations, and everything in between, our catering team offers a variety of menu options designed to complement events of all sizes and styles.

Whether you’re planning an upcoming conference or looking to create a memorable menu for your next gathering, let us bring the flavor to your event.
Missed today’s Chef Demo? Explore our catering offerings and start planning your next event at : https://rrbitc.com/catering/

08/19/2026

Heading into DC to see world-class racing on the National Mall this weekend? With Grand Prix event traffic and road closures, plan your drive ahead of time!

The parking garage will be open and can make race-day arrival easy, with convenient access via 14th Street NW, just blocks away from the festivities.

Get parking details: Freedom 250GP Parking Page: https://rrbitc.com/freedom250grandprixparking/

08/14/2026

Five days. Five incredible sounds. One unforgettable week on Wilson Plaza!

This week’s Live! Concert Series brought an eclectic mix of music, from root rock & blues and old school R&B to French music, jazz, and salsa.

Monday: Karl Stoll and The Danger Zone — Root Rock & Blues

Tuesday: Shirleta Settles — Old School R&B

Wednesday: DJ Angolya — French Bialek's Music

Thursday: Harold Little & The Pocket Jazz Masters — Jazz

Friday: Max Rosado & 7th St Band — Salsa

Thank you to all of this week’s performers and everyone who stopped by Wilson Plaza to enjoy the music!

Press play to relive the highlights, and keep following along for more Live! Concerts on the Plaza at !

08/13/2026

The countdown is on!

Winternational's Launch Breakfast brought together 74 embassy representatives, partners, and supporters for an exciting kickoff celebration in honor of the 13th Annual Winternational Embassy Showcase, taking place on Tuesday, December 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at .

Thank you to everyone who joined us as we prepare to for another unforgettable showcase of international culture, commerce, and traditions.

Save the date for Winternational 2026 and join us for a global marketplace experience in this December!

08/07/2026

The music doesn't stop on Wilson Plaza!

Here's a look back at another incredible week of the Live! Concert Series on the Plaza, featuring performances by String Along Pop Trio, Walker Redds Project, DuPont Brass, Unity, and Patrick Alban & Noche Latina. From classical and R&B to eclectic brass, reggae, and world music, this week's lineup brought a vibrant mix of sounds to downtown DC.

Catch the highlights in this week's recap reel, and be sure to stop by next week for more free live music, Monday through Friday from 12–1 p.m. at !

08/04/2026

Welcome to , GiveCampus!

Today, we're pleased to welcome advancement professionals from across the country for GCPC 2026, three days of collaboration, learning, and connection. Attendees are participating in keynote presentations, workshops, breakout sessions, and in-depth product demonstrations designed to help institutions maximize the GiveCampus platform.

08/04/2026

Last week at , Washington International Trade Association - WITA hosted their signature annual event, affectionately known throughout the trade community as "Trade Prom!"

For more than four decades, WITA has served as a leading nonpartisan forum for international trade policy, convening government officials, business leaders, academics, and trade professionals to foster dialogue on the issues shaping global commerce. Each summer, we're proud to support the WITA Foundation Annual Dinner which brings together hundreds of policymakers, diplomats, industry leaders, and trade experts from Washington, D.C., and around the world for an evening of connection and celebration.

Commemorating America's 250th anniversary, the dinner's theme highlighted our nation's history while looking ahead to the future of trade, innovation, and international partnership.
https://www.wita.org/event-videos/2026-wita-and-foundation-annual-dinner/

08/03/2026

Soak up all the moments of summer at !

Make the most of August with local events and Wilson Plaza activations--free daily concerts, a weekly artisan market, a monthly pop-up book shop and more. Don't miss the latest building news and a preview of what's ahead, including the return of Winternational.

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