Small Business Month

DC Small Business Week 2026 is
May 3rd – 9th

(But we’ll be celebrating the entire month of May!)


We believe that small businesses are the heart of Washington, DC — fueling innovation, creating jobs, and building strong, vibrant communities across all eight wards.

While Small Business Week is nationally recognized in early May, we go bigger with #DCSmallBizMonth — a full month dedicated to celebrating the entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders who power DC’s economy and shape our city’s future.

Throughout May, The Coalition is proud to promote local events, share resources, and create opportunities for everyone to support, uplift, and engage with DC’s incredible small business community.

Get involved in three simple ways:

Support Local

Shop, dine, and do business with DC’s incredible local entrepreneurs.

Engage & Share

Use your voice to highlight your favorite DC small businesses and spread the word on social media using #DCSmallBizMonth and #SupportSmallDC.

Stay Connected

Visit the event calendar below to find upcoming events, workshops, and celebrations happening throughout the month.

Together, we can strengthen our local economy, promote economic opportunity, and celebrate the businesses that make DC thrive.

Thank You to our Funders

Small Business Month Calendar

Whether you’re a small business, a supporter, or an organization providing assistance or capital to small businesses, you can participate in the month’s coordinated activities! See below.

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May 5, 2026

8:00 am - 3:00 pm

POWERUP DC 2026 – SMALL BUSINESS SUMMIT & EXPO

The POWERUP DC | SMALL BUSINESS SUMMIT & EXPO is a premier gathering designed to empower DC small business owners, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit leaders through a dynamic mix of expert-led panels, professional seminars, interactive workshops, and high-impact networking sessions. Bringing entrepreneurs, industry experts, and local leaders together, the summit addresses key challenges and opportunities facing small businesses, offering actionable insights and practical strategies for growth.

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May 11, 2026

7:00 am - 3:45 pm

2026 DC Chamber Small Business Summit & Expo

The DC Chamber’s Small Business Summit & Showcase is a free annual event focused on empowering and supporting small businesses in the Washington DC area. The summit brings together entrepreneurs, industry experts, and local leaders to discuss challenges and opportunities for small businesses, providing actionable insights and strategies for growth. The event typically includes expert lead panels, interactive workshops, and networking sessions to foster collaboration and address critical issues like access to capital digital transformation and regulatory changes.

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May 21, 2026

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Business Expo

The GWHCC Annual Business Expo provides the opportunity for you to showcase your business to over 1,000 potential new customers. Launched in 2010, the Business Expo is one of our region’s prime events to connect multi-cultural owned businesses to companies and clients who want to do business with them. Capitalize on this unique opportunity to reach one of the fastest growing Hispanic markets in the country.

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