The U.S. Fire Administration will host the World Fire Congress
6-8 May, 2024
Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill - Washington, DC
The United States Fire Administration is pleased to announce the inaugural World Fire Congress, taking place in Washington, DC on 6-8 May 2024. This historic event establishes a global fire service leadership network dedicated to supporting and strengthening the fire service around the world.
Registration Tips
Key information needed at time of registration includes:
- Passport number
- VISA information (if applicable)
- Alien Registration Number (if applicable)
International Participants: You must register no later than 6 March, 2024.
Agenda at-a-Glance
Your arrival day will vary based on your optional event participation
2024 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service and Tour of U.S. National Fire Academy
Round-trip transport provided from Washington, DC to Emmitsburg, MD
5 May, 20242024 World Fire Congress
7 May 20242024 World Fire Congress
Closing Reception and Signing of the World Fire Congress Charter at the Library of Congress
8 May, 2024Departure from Washington, DC
9 May 2024Travel
International guests will have rolling arrivals based upon the itinerary you choose.
For Two-Day World Fire Congress only:
- Arrival: Plan to arrive for the 6 May ( 6:00 – 9:00 p Welcome Dinner)
- Departure: Recommended departure is 9 May.
For Congress plus Optional Activities:
If attending National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend on 5 May:
- Arrival: Plan to arrive for the 4 May
- Departure: Recommended departure is 9 May.
Transportation from the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill – Washington DC to the U.S. National Fire Academy – Emmitsburg, MD is provided.
If attending Cultural Tour of Washington, DC on 6 May:
- Arrival: Plan to arrive for the 5 May
- Departure: Recommended departure is 9 May.
Lodging
The meeting location is at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill. The event has special reduced pricing. To secure the special room rate pricing, book through the event booking link. You will receive a link to secure your room in your reservation confirmation email once you have successfully registered for the event.
The rooms are based on first come, first served basis until the cutoff date of 4 April, 2024.
- Single room rate: $339 per night plus tax
- Double room rate: $339 per night plus tax
- Triple room rate: $364 per night plus tax
- Quad room rate: $389 per night plus tax
Nearby Airports
Reagan National Airport (DCA)
- 35-minute ride (10 miles from meeting location)
- Uber transportation costs estimated at $20-$40 depending on vehicle size. Prices may vary based on time of day and traffic conditions.
Dulles International Airport (IAD)
- 40- minute ride (30 miles from meeting location)
- Uber transportation costs estimated at $60-$80 depending on vehicle size. Prices may vary based time of day and traffic conditions.
Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI)
- 45-minute ride (35 miles from meeting location)
- Uber transportation costs estimated at $60-$90 depending on vehicle size. Prices may vary based on time of day and traffic conditions.