NVIDIA GTC brings 70+ AI sessions to Washington D.C. October 27-29

NVIDIA GTC Washington D.C. will take place October 27-29 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, featuring CEO Jensen Huang’s keynote on Tuesday at 12 p.m. ET. The event positions the nation’s capital as the focal point for artificial intelligence discussions, bringing together developers, decision-makers, and industry leaders to explore AI’s impact on industries, infrastructure, and the public sector.

What you should know: GTC DC offers comprehensive AI immersion beyond the headline keynote address.

• The conference features 70+ sessions, hands-on workshops, and live demos covering agentic AI (AI systems that can act independently to complete tasks), robotics, quantum computing, and AI-native telecom networks.
• A pregame show begins at 8:30 a.m. ET on Tuesday with Brad Gerstner, Patrick Moorhead, and Kristina Partsinevelos providing analysis ahead of Huang’s presentation.
• Exhibits-only passes remain available for those wanting access to the conference floor and demonstrations.

The big picture: This marks a strategic move to bring AI leadership discussions directly to Washington D.C., where policy and technology intersect.

• The timing and location suggest NVIDIA’s focus on engaging with government stakeholders and public sector decision-makers.
• The conference serves as a bridge between technical innovation and practical implementation across various industries.

What to expect: NVIDIA promises live coverage and real-time updates throughout the three-day event.

• The company will provide live-blogging coverage starting Monday, delivering news, insights, and on-the-ground perspectives directly from the convention floor.
• Huang’s keynote is expected to deliver more than product announcements, focusing on AI’s broader implications for reshaping entire sectors.