Save the Date: 2026 DC Fly-In & Annual Day of Play on Capitol Hill

January 28, 2026
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The Toy Association™ will host its 2026 DC Fly-In and Annual Day of Play on Capitol Hill from June 9 to 11, 2026, bringing the toy industry’s voice and the power of play back to Washington, DC.

The events will bring Toy Association members together with lawmakers and congressional staff to elevate the importance of play, highlight the U.S. toy industry’s economic and cultural impact, and engage directly on key policy priorities. The Annual Day of Play on Capitol Hill will coincide with the United Nations’ International Day of Play, aligning the industry’s advocacy efforts with a global celebration of play.

2026 Schedule at a Glance:

  • Tuesday, June 9: Pre-Fly-In Dinner
  • Wednesday, June 10: DC Fly-In meetings on Capitol Hill
  • Thursday, June 11: Annual Day of Play on Capitol Hill

Additional details, including event programming and how members can participate, will be shared in the coming weeks.

Questions on The Toy Association’s federal advocacy may be directed to Maria Sierra, vice president of government affairs.