The B20 Summit 2026, the first edition of the global business gathering to be hosted in the United States, takes place November 9-11 at The Anthem, 901 Wharf Street SW, in Washington, DC's Wharf District. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, which is organizing the event, has published the agenda and a list of featured participants, with more programming promised in the coming weeks.

What is the B20 Summit 2026?

The B20 is the business side of the Group of Twenty, the forum that brings together the world's largest economies. The summit is positioned as a place where senior business leaders and policymakers turn dialogue into deals, investment and action, according to the U.S. Chamber. The event spills beyond the main stage: the B20 USA Village at District Pier hosts registration, sponsored programming and networking across all three days, while Politico runs a pub venue at Pearl Street Warehouse.

Why you should go

  • The plenaries put a long list of chief executives and officials on one stage, including Suzanne P. Clark of the U.S. Chamber, Carol Tomé of UPS, Jeff Miller of Halliburton and Gary Cohn of IBM.
  • Public officials take part too, among them Maryland Governor Wes Moore, giving delegates a direct read on policy priorities.
  • Sponsored sessions cover forward-looking topics, including a Monday discussion on ethical design in superintelligence.
  • The village format keeps registration, networking and programming in one Wharf District footprint, which suits delegates who want meetings and sessions in the same place.

Who is speaking and what is on the agenda?

The Tuesday and Wednesday plenaries at Anthem Stage run from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Beyond the names above, the Chamber lists Kris Licht of Reckitt, Scott Strazik of GE Vernova and Isiah Thomas of Isiah Enterprises, with moderators from CNBC, Politico and the Financial Times, including Gillian Tett and Eamon Javers. Monday opens with a 6:00 p.m. ceremony and concert at Anthem Stage, preceded by cocktails and followed by late-night bites.

What to know before you go

Attendance is aimed at senior business leaders and policymakers rather than the general public. The Chamber urged delegates to secure a place before October 16, and the agenda notes that times are subject to change. The published agenda does not list ticket prices, so readers should check the Chamber's summit page for registration details and any remaining availability.

FAQ

When and where is the B20 Summit 2026?

It runs November 9-11, 2026, at The Anthem, 901 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC, with additional programming at District Pier and Pearl Street Warehouse.

How much does it cost to attend?

The published agenda does not list ticket prices. Prospective delegates should contact the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for registration and pricing information.