Day on Capitol Hill and Camp Congress for Youth 2026 (Winter Break Camp)

WINTER BREAK CAMP | A Day on Capitol Hill and Camp Congress for Youth DC 2026 is a two-day winter break camp that introduces girls and boys to the United States government.  

Day 1

8:20am - Arrival at United States Capitol Visitors Center

United States Capitol Tour

Visit U. S. House and U. S. Senate Galleries

Democracy Lab 

Lunch - Capitol Cafeteria

United States Supreme Court

Library of Congress

Capitol Souvenir Shop

 4:30pm pm - Dismissal 

Day 2

8:00am - Arrival at hotel conference center

Camp Congress for Youth DC 2026

12:00pm - Dismissal

For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for students ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff.

Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.

Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.

Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.

Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staffers are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.