Modern Day Marine 2027
Event Date
April 13–15, 2027
Location
Washington, DC
Expected Exhibitors
400
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryModern Day Marine is a leading defense exposition and professional conference focused exclusively on the United States Marine Corps. Modern Day Marine is the largest military equipment, systems, services and technology exposition exclusively targeted to Marines and the Corps. The event pairs a large exhibit floor with executive-level briefings and professional development sessions, creating a venue where the Corps evaluates the innovations and capabilities that keep it competitive across the littoral operating environment.
Attendance is restricted to the defense community rather than the general public. Modern Day Marine is a military equipment, systems, services and technology exposition open to members of the defense industry including Marines, DOW civilians, association partners, federal government workers, and authorized industry representatives. Attendees span all military branches, congressional members, senior defense officials, foreign military members, and military families.
For exhibitors and industry professionals, the show is a proven platform to reach decision-makers. The Marine Military Expos are the primary and proven venues for product developers to demonstrate their capabilities to service members, acquisitions specialists, and service leaders eager to identify best of breed solutions. With hundreds of exhibitors, dozens of senior speakers, and structured networking, it is a must-attend for anyone connected to Marine Corps modernization.
Show Highlights
Modern Day Marine organizes its show floor into themed zones and pavilions, alongside high-profile briefings and special events. Key features include:
- Main Briefing Center — hosting executive-level briefings on critical topics impacting the Marine Corps, allies, partners, and the entire Department of War.
- Warfighting Pavilion — focuses on combat development, experimentation, and capabilities integration. It explores the strategies, tools, and innovations that shape modern Marine Corps combat capabilities.
- Marine Zone — focusing on training, education, manpower, talent management, and community services, the Marine Zone highlights resources and opportunities available to Marines.
- Drone Zone — showcases the latest unmanned technologies from the Department of War and defense industry partners. The Drone Zone highlights advancements in unmanned aerial systems and robotics.
- Acquisitions Pavilion — provides essential briefings from program managers at Marine Corps Systems Command, PEO Land, NAVAIR, and others involved in the Marine Corps' acquisition projects.
- OBJ1 Wargaming Convention — a dedicated space for military wargaming enthusiasts, offering opportunities to engage in both computer-based and tabletop games.
Signature events include the Opening Ceremony, Education & Employment Fair, Military Spouse Summit, Contracts Industry Day, Congressional Breakfast, Modern Day Marine Honors, and the Semper Fidelis Reception & Commandant's Cup. More than 50 influential leaders from throughout the defense industry speak each year at Modern Day Marine.
Attendance
The official site does not publish a total attendee count for the event. It does describe the audience mix: Marines – Sailors – Soldiers – Airmen – Guardians – Coast Guardsmen – Federal Law Enforcement – Congressional Members – Department of War Civilians – Senior Defense Officials – Members of the Senior Executive Service – Federal Government Service Members – Foreign Military Members – Military Family Members.
Booth Pricing
The organizer does not publish fixed booth prices online. Pricing will depend on the size of your booth as well as other factors. Please contact the sales team for an exact price. Exhibitors can reduce costs by planning ahead: order your services early and ship to the advanced warehouse. Also, if you have a 10×10 booth, bringing your own materials by-hand will save on drayage/shipping costs. Note that drayage is charged at standard trade show rates and it is billed directly from the service provider (Freeman).
Registration
Modern Day Marine is not open to the general public. You must be a member of one of the following groups to register: United States Military or Foreign Military/Attaché, Marine Corps League Member, Marine Corps Association Member, Federal Government Service (Non DoD), Federal Law Enforcement, DoD Civilian, Military Family Member, Congressional Member, Service Academy or ROTC Member, Young Marines Member, JROTC Member, Exhibitor, or Non-Exhibiting Manufacturer.
Registration for Modern Day Marine 2027 will open in January. All attendees, including active-duty military, must register and wear a badge. To collect your badge: bring your registration confirmation email (or have it available on your phone) and your government issued ID card to the registration desks.
Approximate pass pricing:
- Active Duty Military, Foreign Military, DoD Civilians, Military Family Members, Federal Government/Law Enforcement, Congressional Members and Staff, ROTC/JROTC/Young Marines — Free
- Marine Corps Association Premium Members – $165; Marine Corps League Members – $165; Retired Military Members – $300; Manufacturers – $300.
History
Modern Day Marine is one of three Marine Military Expos produced for the Marine Corps market. Marine Military Expos are traditionally three expositions and conferences specifically aimed at the Marine Corps market, whose mission is to assist the Marine Corps to identify and procure the best products and services to help their warfighting efforts and to promote the message of the Marine Corps League and Marine Corps Association. The event is produced by Emerald X, LLC and is sponsored and co-hosted with the Marine Corps League and the Marine Corps Association. The show has grown to host a large exhibit floor: the show floor hosts more than 400 exhibitors displaying the latest warfighting innovations and technology, presentations from influential Marines and DOW personnel, the OBJ1 Wargaming Convention, and more.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: September 14, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Modern Day Marine 2027?
Modern Day Marine 2027 takes place April 13–15, 2027 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Halls A & B, in Washington, DC.
Is Modern Day Marine open to the general public?
No. The show is not open to the public. You must be a member of an approved group such as U.S. or foreign military, DoD civilians, Marine Corps League or Marine Corps Association members, federal government or law enforcement, congressional members, military family members, ROTC/JROTC/Young Marines, or an exhibitor or non-exhibiting manufacturer.
How much does it cost to attend?
Active-duty military, foreign military, DoD civilians, military family members, federal government and law enforcement members, congressional members and staff, and ROTC/JROTC/Young Marines attend for free. Marine Corps Association Premium and Marine Corps League members pay $165, while retired military members and non-exhibiting manufacturers pay $300.
How do I register for Modern Day Marine 2027?
Registration for Modern Day Marine 2027 opens in January. All attendees, including active-duty military, must register and wear a badge. Bring your registration confirmation email and a government-issued ID card to the registration desks to collect your badge.
What is there to see and do at the show?
The show floor features more than 400 exhibitors across themed areas including the Warfighting Pavilion, Marine Zone, Drone Zone, and Acquisitions Pavilion, plus the OBJ1 Wargaming Convention. It also hosts more than 50 senior defense speakers and special events such as the Congressional Breakfast, Military Spouse Summit, Education & Employment Fair, and Modern Day Marine Honors.
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