Friday, May 28 | The Wharf

Get ready to Rock the Dock! AAPD 2027 starts with a festival, and for one night only, the waterfront at The Wharf is ours. Picture a private music festival right on the Potomac, with live acts on several stages, open-air spaces with views of the D.C. skyline, and a floating stage right on the water. Walk between the stages, try food from a variety of Wharf restaurants and find a new surprise around every corner.

All night long, a lineup of bands will play the biggest dance hits from across the decades, from timeless classics to today’s favorites, with The Anthem as our mainstage. Find your favorite era, grab your friends and dance the night away. There’s something for every age, so bring the whole family and get ready to rock. This is the welcome everyone will be talking about all week!

The AAPD & AAPD Foundation Welcome Reception is a ticketed event. Tickets must be purchased in advance when registering to attend AAPD 2027.

Sponsored by the AAPD Foundation