Each year, ICPF celebrates the holiday season with our annual fundraiser in a destination city. ICPF uses the opportunity to thank our many partners for their support of the foundation and its initiatives with a Friday evening reception, a Broadway show or exciting holiday performance, and a group dinner and cocktail hour on Saturday. The weekend also includes free time for sightseeing, shopping, exploring the city, and more. Many corrugated packaging executives invite clients, potential Corporate Partners, and reward key members of their team with this special holiday weekend. Corporate sponsorship opportunities are also available for the event.
Registration Now Open for ICPF’s 2026 Holiday Weekend in Washington D.C.
ICPF is excited to announce that registration is now open for our 2026 Holiday Weekend in Washington D.C. We are excited to return to our nation’s capital for America’s 250th year and invite you to join us on December 11-13, 2026. Register by July 31, 2026, to receive the early bird rate and save $200.
The event will begin with a Friday evening reception sponsored by Pratt Industries at the historic Warner Theatre, immediately followed by an evening performance of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker. On Saturday, ICPF has made plans for guests to attend a cocktail reception sponsored by Fosber America and a seated dinner sponsored by Bobst at a private DC club located just minutes from the White House and the event hotel. Space is limited to a first come first serve basis, so register today!
Book Your Stay at the Willard InterContinental®
ICPF is excited to be working with a new hotel partner, the Willard Intercontinental® Washington, D.C. on Pennsylvania Ave just steps away from the White House.
Experience timeless elegance in the heart of the nation’s capital. From beautifully restored guest rooms to iconic specialty suites, the Willard offers accommodations that honor its presidential past while embracing modern luxury. CPF has reserved Deluxe King rooms ($399), Junior Suites ($499), and One-Bedroom Suites ($799) for the event.
Hotel reservations are the responsibility of attendees. Click here to reserve your room. Choose “Book Your Stay” and enter your arrival/departure dates. Under the Rate Preference dropdown, click “Group Rate” and enter the group code “ICP” before hitting search. The cut-off date to make reservations is November 19, 2026.
Become an Event
Sponsor
Sponsorship opportunities for the event are still available. Since ICPF is a 501c3 tax deductible public education foundation, the total sponsorship is tax deductible to the full extent of the law. Your company will also be recognized for your sponsorship in all event marketing materials. Available sponsorship options include:
- A general event contribution sponsorship
Reach out to Caitlin Salaverria at [email protected] or (847) 226-2671 if you are interested in becoming an event sponsor, or for more information.
As always, ICPF appreciates your support of our educational programs, current initiatives, and outreach. We hope you are able to join us in Washington D.C. for this memorable event.
ICPF’s First Holiday Weekend in Washington D.C. a Great Success
ICPF wrapped up its very first Holiday Weekend in Washington, D.C., celebrating the holiday season while supporting the foundation’s mission to grow the workforce of the corrugated packaging industry through education, outreach, and strategic initiatives. A total of 70 attendees joined ICPF from across the country for three days of festive activities, networking, and engagement with industry leaders. The weekend began on Friday, December 12, with a reception sponsored by Pratt Industries at the Hotel Washington’s Sky Room, offering stunning views of the city and the Washington Monument.
On Saturday, participants attended a matinee of the classic holiday performance A Christmas Carol at historic Ford’s Theatre, sponsored by BW Papersystems. That evening, attendees gathered for a cocktail reception sponsored by Fosber America, followed by a celebratory dinner at The Henri, a modern bistro just minutes from the hotel, sponsored by Bobst North America. Additional event sponsors included Green Bay Packaging, Hood Container Corporation, and Smurfit WestRock.
ICPF partnered with The Riggs Washington DC, a fully restored boutique hotel in Penn Quarter, for the event. Originally built in 1891 as the headquarters for Riggs National Bank—known as the “Bank of Presidents”—the hotel provided a perfect blend of historic charm and modern amenities for attendees during the holiday weekend.
“We are deeply grateful to all of our attendees for their support and engagement. ICPF’s Holiday Weekend is more than just a celebration of the season—it’s a time for our partners, friends, and stakeholders to come together, enjoy a memorable experience, and show their support for ICPF’s efforts to develop the next generation of talent in the corrugated packaging industry. We are thrilled that our first event in Washington, D.C. was such a success and look forward to continuing this tradition in new cities in the years ahead.”
Caitlin Salaverria, ICPF President