The Trust for the National Mall welcomes you to AMERICA’S BALL for THE MALL
Unfortunately no walk up tickets are available for this event, entry is only available to registered guests. Questions? Change in plans or guest information? Please contact us at events@nationalmall.org or (202) 301-3780.
We look forward to welcoming you on Wednesday, May 7th beginning at 6:30 PM for AMERICA’S BALL for THE MALL 2025.
All guest names must be submitted to events@nationalmall.org to ensure a seamless check-in experience on site.
Please review these important details and share with your guests to ensure a seamless experience at this year's celebration.
2025 BALL for THE MALL Schedule
6:30 PM | Welcome Reception
7:30 PM | Dinner and History, Heroes & Hope Awards Presentation
9:30 PM | Dessert Reception
EVENT ARRIVAL DETAILS (Rideshare service recommended)
Jefferson Dr. SW on 12th St. Gravel Panel
Jefferson Drive Southwest and 12th St. Southwest
Washington, D.C. 20024
COMPLIMENTARY VALET PARKING: Available at entrance
If arriving by car, direct your navigation app to 12th St SW & Jefferson Dr. SW
EVENT ENTRANCE AND CHECK-IN: You and your guests must be included on the guest list for entry. All last-minute guest changes should be sent to events@nationalmall.org. Anyone not on the guest list will not be admitted. Event staff will guide you from the Jefferson Drive drop-off points to the check-in area near the main tent.
EVENT SECURITY: Please review the security protocol information below to ensure smooth entry and allow extra time to move through security.
ATTIRE: Black Tie optional.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Please refrain from bringing the following items to BALL for THE MALL. The full list of prohibited items can be found here.
Backpacks and bags exceeding size restrictions (18" by 13" by 7")
Aerosols
Glass, thermal, or metal containers
Mace / Pepper spray
Flammable liquids
Items determined to be potential safety hazards
Our History, Heroes & Hope Awards Will Honor:
Josh Harris, Managing Partner, Washington Commanders; Founder 26North and Co-Founder Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, an American leader in business and philanthropy and a Washington, D.C.-area native
Rosie Rios, Chair, America250 U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission and 43rd Treasurer of the United States, leading the charge to rally the nation for America's 250th in 2026
Featured Speakers and Presenters Will Include:
The Hon. Burgum
U.S. Secretary of the Interior
The Hon. Senator Shelley Moore Capito
U.S. Senate (WV)
The Hon. Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman
U.S. House of Representatives (NJ)
David M. Rubenstein
Former Trust honoree and patriotic philanthropist
CNN's Pamela Brown
Anchor of The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer and Pamela Brown
Bruce Broussard
Trust Board Chair & Former CEO of Humana
Catherine Townsend
Trust for the National Mall President & CEO
Thank you to all of our sponsors and partners who have already made plans to join us for AMERICA'S BALL for THE MALL. Your support makes our work possible on America's Front Yard.
The Trust for the National Mall looks forward to welcoming you on May 7!
Questions? Change in plans or guest information? Please contact us at events@nationalmall.org
