As the U.S. capital prepares to take center stage for America’s 250th anniversary this summer, Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C., part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, is positioning itself as a front-row gateway to the occasion. Long associated with pivotal moments in American cultural and political history, including presidential stays and landmark events within its walls, the property is unveiling a curated collection of offerings designed to place guests at the heart of the city during a defining moment in the modern era.

At the center of the announcement is a new partnership with private aviation company evoJets, introducing an exclusive fly-and-stay package that connects seamless private air travel with access to one of Washington’s most storied addresses. The initiative anchors a broader series of America 250 programming at the hotel, from signature Independence Day events to immersive on-site activations that bring the semi-quincentennial to life through the lens of Willard InterContinental’s 200-year legacy.

New evoJets Private Jet Fly-and-Stay Experience

Available for up to six guests at $250,000 all-inclusive, The American Legacy 250 Package includes a stay of up to four nights between June 30 and July 6, 2026 in the newly restored three-bedroom Thomas Jefferson Presidential Suite overlooking Pennsylvania Avenue, offering a privileged vantage point for national celebrations, including Fourth of July fireworks views.
The package includes an exclusive collection of curated experiences and inclusions:

Spa ritual featuring a 90-minute Presidential Body Treatment, warm oil scalp ritual, CBD enhancement, and champagne toast.

Round-trip private domestic jet travel with evoJets.

Stay in the three-bedroom Thomas Jefferson Presidential Suite of up to four nights.

Chauffeured transportation between the airport runway and Willard InterContinental.

Privately guided hotel history tour led by Chef Concierge Robert Watson.

Private classic model-T car guided tour of Washington, D.C.

Choice of one curated experience: Private in-suite dinner by Executive Chef Gyo Santa, celebrating 250 years of American flavors.

“250 Years of Tea,” an immersive tea experience in the Willard Tea Room
Access to the hotel’s private America 250 Celebration in the courtyard, with premier fireworks viewing from the Thomas Jefferson Presidential Suite
Private cocktail experience at Round Robin Bar featuring bespoke heritage-inspired cocktails.

As a commemorative touch, guests will receive a curated collection of keepsakes, including custom Willard cufflinks, and a limited-edition bottle of Willard Single Barrel Whiskey by Woodinville.
For reservations and inquiries, contact Ernie Arias, Area Vice President of Commercial, Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C. (ernie.arias@ihg.com).  

America’s 250th Celebration Offer

Willard InterContinental introduces a dedicated America’s 250th Celebration Offer as an accessible entry point to its broader programming, available for stays July 1–6, 2026. The offer includes a daily $250 hotel credit redeemable toward dining and spa experiences throughout the property during citywide celebrations in Washington, D.C.

Independence Day Programming

The hotel’s highly anticipated Independence Day programming returns with Willard’s Ardbeg BBQ Tour & Block Party, transforming Pennsylvania Avenue into an all-day celebration featuring live barbecue, seasonal food and beverage offerings, and live entertainment.
A new VIP evening experience elevates the occasion with elevated culinary station featuring seafood towers, sushi, caviar service, and signature cocktails, alongside front-row fireworks viewing just moments from the nation’s most celebrated display.

On-Site History Tours & Storytelling

Willard InterContinental will also offer enhanced on-site history experiences led by Chef Concierge and resident archivist Robert Watson, alongside the hotel’s dedicated history team. Guests are invited to explore the property’s private archives and artifacts through curated storytelling that brings more than two centuries of American history to life. Customized itineraries can also be arranged, highlighting landmarks across Washington, D.C., connected to notable Willard guests and defining moments in the city’s past.