About this Event
The Principles First Summit is back for its seventh annual grassroots convening in Washington, D.C. The event will be held from Friday, February 26 through Sunday, February 28. Space will be limited, so get your tickets today.
The midterms are over and the American people have spoken. The country is entering a new chapter and we intend to help lead what comes next. This coming February, the Principles First Summit will convene its most important Summit ever on the issues that matter most to the American people..
What happens at the Principles First Summit?
We’ll bring together leaders, experts, and Americans from across the country to examine corruption, the responsibility of those entrusted with power, and what meaningful accountability looks like. How do we restore public trust, what should Americans expect from their leaders, and how do we build something better?
In addition to corruption, we’ll explore the issues affecting Americans today and shaping our future:
- The economy, gas prices, and the cost of living
- The AI race and America’s role in a changing world
- Immigration, border security, and our communities
- Constitutional government, the rule of law, and principled leadership
This year, we’re doing things a little differently. We'll spend more time in intimate organizing conversations, actively building our grassroots movement and making plans for the rest of the year. Alongside our keynote speakers, fireside chats, and panels, attendees will exchange ideas, build skills, and, more importantly, get to work shaping what comes next.
Weekend Schedule
- Friday, February 26: Evening kickoff reception, free for registered attendees.
- Saturday, February 27: Anticipated programming from 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Sunday, February 28: Anticipated programming from 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location
The Watergate Hotel2650 Virginia Ave NWWashington, D.C. 2003
For now, mark your calendar and make plans to join us for a weekend of candid conversations, practical ideas, and community.
Sponsorship and Exhibiting
- Interested in hosting a breakout? Email [email protected] for sponsorship information.
- Interested in sponsoring the Summit but don’t want to host a breakout? Additional sponsorship opportunities are available. Email [email protected] to learn more.
- Interested in having your organization exhibit? Exhibiting is free. Fill out this form for consideration: Register here: LINK
About the Principles First Summit
Past Principles First Summits have featured Mark Cuban, Chris Christie, Michael Steele, Adam Kinzinger, Geoff Duncan, George Conway, David Frum, Asa Hutchinson, leading voices from The Bulwark, and many more. They’ve joined Americans from across the country for candid conversations about leadership, accountability, and our country’s future—and this year, we’re building on that tradition. Watch highlights and conversations from previous Summits here:
Who Will Be There?
We look forward to welcoming another incredible slate of speakers this year. Charlie Sykes, Mark Hertling, Joe Walsh, Justin Wolfers, Mark Dreiling, Julia Curlee and others are already joining us and we will announce additional speakers and organizing discussions in the coming months.
Who Funds This Event?
Other gatherings cost hundreds of dollars to attend and line the pockets of their organizers. Ours is different. The Summit is accessible to everyone with low-cost ticket options. This is about our ideas, and we want everyone who wants to attend to be able to join us.
The 2027 Principles First Summit is hosted by both Principles First for America Foundation, Inc. (501c3) and Principles First for America, Ltd (501c4). The amount of your ticket price that is tax-deductible as a charitable contribution for federal income tax purposes is limited to 60%, as this is the portion of the Summit related to 501(c)3 activities. See tax-deductible amounts by ticket tier below. The remaining 40% of your ticket sale is NOT tax-deductible.
- $400 - VIP/Front row preferred ($240 tax-deductible)
- $200 - Front half/Front section ($120 tax-deductible)
- $50 - Early Bird Bird General Admission ($30 tax-deductible)
- $20 - Student ($12 tax-deductible)
We understand that circumstances change and that some attendees may need support. If you are in need of a complimentary ticket or refund, please email Brittany at [email protected].
Event venue & nearby stays
The Watergate Hotel, 2650 Virginia Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States
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