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Official Show Guide
Torchbearers of America’s Future
April 18, 25 & 26, 2026, Arlington, Virginia
MCWE 2026 Official Show Guide
The MCWE 2026 Official Show Guide is the signature publication of the Military Child World Expo.
Part magazine, part event roadmap, and part commemorative keepsake, the Show Guide celebrates:
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military-connected children
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teen caregivers
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youth ambassadors
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families, educators, and community champions
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local and national partners
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Arlington, Virginia - Home of the Military Child
This beautifully designed, full-color guide will be available in print and digital format for all attendees, partners, exhibitors, and VIP guests.
What Is Inside The Show Guide
Full Event Schedule
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All program times, locations, stages, and special events.
Zone Maps & Floor Plans
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Navigate Independence Center A & B, the Promise Pavilion, Youth Wellness Zone, Youth Marketplace, and exhibitor aisles.
Exhibitor Directory (Printed Edition)
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A complete listing of vendors, organizations, and sponsors participating in MCWE.
Featured Stories & Spotlights
Including:
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Teen Caregiver Circle
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Youth Summit
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Youth Ambassador profiles
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Military families’ stories
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America 250 tributes
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Arlington as the Home of the Military Child
Official Letters & Welcome Messages
From MCWEF leadership, Arlington County, special guests, and national military family advocates.
Sponsor Ads
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Inside cover, back cover, two-page spreads, premium placements, and full/half/quarter-page ads.
Community Business Network Highlights
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Featuring Arlington businesses supporting military families.
Advertise In
The Show Guide
DOWNLOAD THE 2026 SHOW GUIDE (COMING SOON)
A PDF version will be available on March 1, 2026.
Visitors may bookmark this page to view updates, added exhibitors, and schedule announcements.
1 / Your brand can appear in front of:
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thousands of families
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military leadership
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veteran organizations
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school representatives
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DoD officials
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corporate partners
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youth leaders
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national press
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America 250 visitors
2 / Premium Ad Placements:
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Inside Front Cover
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Inside Back Cover
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Back Cover
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2-Page Spread
3 / Standard Ad Placements:
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Full Page
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Half Page
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Quarter Page
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Business Card Size
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Business Listing
Download the Advertising Packet & Reserve Your Placement