AFCEA NOVA Fall Networking Event

Name: AFCEA NOVA Fall Networking Event
Start: 2026-11-05T17:30
End: 2026-11-05T19:30
Location: BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, 8027 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA 22182

Organized by AFCEA NOVA

An evening networking event from AFCEA NOVA, which has close to 8,000 members, for government representatives and industry partners. Membership is not required. Tickets are $25 for members and $75 for non-members, and current government and active-duty military attend free. Runs 5:30 to 7:30 PM.

What to expect

The AFCEA NOVA Fall Networking Event is an evening gathering for government representatives and industry partners, held at a restaurant in Vienna. AFCEA NOVA describes itself as the largest chapter in the AFCEA International community, with nearly 8,000 members, and its location near the Pentagon supports regular interaction between industry and government.

Who should attend

Founders building for defense, intelligence or federal IT markets who want to meet government staff, contractors and the Northern Virginia govcon community in a relaxed setting. AFCEA NOVA membership is not required to attend, though non-members are encouraged to consider joining the chapter afterward.

Tickets

AFCEA members: $25
Non-members: $75
Government and military: free for current government and active-duty military with a valid .gov or .mil email address. Government contractors do not qualify.
Press and sponsors: contact info@afceanova.org

AFCEA NOVA says it has tried in good faith to meet the federal ethics definition of a widely attended gathering, and recommends federal invitees get written authorization from their agency designee before attending.

Venue and access

BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse, 8027 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA 22182. The event runs 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.

How to register

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be an AFCEA member?

No. Anyone can attend. Non-members pay $75 and members pay $25.

Who gets in free?

Current government employees and active-duty military with a valid .gov or .mil email. Government contractors do not qualify for free registration.

Where is it?

BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse, 8027 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA 22182.

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