Get ready for the osteopathic profession’s annual advocacy event! DO Day 2026 will take place March 21-22 and March 25-26, 2026, with options for in-person participation in Washington, D.C., or virtual participation through the online advocacy and leadership conference.
Registration includes access to two days of CME programming with up to 12 credits. DO Day registration provides unlimited access to on-demand session recordings.
Registration
There are two ways you can participate in DO Day 2026:
- Virtual only: Includes specialized learning tracks for physicians, medical students and affiliate leaders, focused on advocacy leadership, federal and state legislative priorities, state grassroots advocacy, regulatory and payment policy, and more. Registration is open through early June, and on-demand content is available for viewing through June 15, 2026.
- In-person: Registration includes both the in-person congressional briefings and meetings with your lawmakers in Washington, D.C., and access to the virtual conference. Space is limited for in-person participants!
Registration rates |
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| Category | In-person | Virtual only |
| AOA members | $259 | $259 |
| Non-members | $599 | $599 |
| Residents | $50 | $0 |
| Students | $50 | $0 |
| Affiliate executives | $125 | $0 |
Housing
Housing is open for those attending DO Day in-person! The Westin Arlington is sold out. For those still seeking housing, we recommend the following alternative options:
Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston by IHG
4610 Fairfax Dr.
Arlington, Virginia 22203
(703) 243-9800
Sonesta Select Arlington Rosslyn
1533 Clarendon Blvd.
Arlington, Virginia 22209
(703) 528-2222
Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza
2401 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, Virginia 22201
(703) 243 2494
Hyatt Centric Arlington
1325 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, Virginia 22209
(703) 525-1234
Please note that the AOA is not holding a room block or offering a special rate at these hotels.
Travel
United Airlines and Southwest Airlines are pleased to offer discounted flights to DO Day attendees:
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There are two nearby airports to consider when planning your travel:
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) – The closest airport is just a 25-minute drive to the hotel.
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Dulles International Airport (IAD) – Located approximately one hour from the hotel.