World AIDS Day is an opportunity for every community and each individual to honor the more than 32 million people who have died worldwide from AIDS-related illness. December 1 is a day for voices to unite by sharing experiences, remembering those lost, and standing together in the fight against HIV.
Please Note: This page will be updated as more information becomes available. 

Selected Links

• AIDS Memorial Quilt (Interactive); Look for a specific name on the AIDS Memorial Quilt.
• The Centers for Disease Control; CDC World AIDS Day Information
• HIV.gov

Resources

• DC Health/HAHSTA Annual Report
  The Latest HIV Epidemiological Data for the District of Columbia

Events
Event organizers may ask that you RSVP. Click on the link to register and for more information.
 

• 2024 World AIDS Day Concert DC
  Description: Concert and entertainment to honor those living and thriving with HIV, remember those who have passed from HIV, and celebrate people living with HIV.  HIV Testing and HIV education/awareness available. HIV Testing and HIV education/awareness available. FREE REGISTRATION
  Date and Time: Monday, December 2, 2024; 6 pm - 10 pm
  Location: The Hamilton Live Theater; 600 14 Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005
   
• 4th Annual Solidarity for Health Equity Breakfast MD
  Descroption: The annual Solidarity for Health Equity Breakfast will update the community on progress we've made on Montgomery County's Plan to End HIV. Register for Free Event.
  Date and Time: Tuesday, December 3; 9 am - 11am 
  Location: Silver Spring Civic Building; 1 Veterans Place Silver Spring, MD 20910
   
• A Day WIth(out) Art DC
  Description: A program that will include the removal of five works of art from the museum’s walls, alongside a film screening of shorts commissioned by Visual AIDS in the McEvoy Auditorium. 
  Date and Time: Sunday, December 1, 2024; 11:30 am - 3 pm
  Location: National Portrait Gallery, 800 G Street, NW, Washington, DC
   
• AIDS Art Night La Clinica del Pueblo DC
  Description: We’ll have music, poetry, storytelling, art exhibition, refreshments, and more! Hope to see you there! Email [email protected] for more information.
  Date amd Time: December 2, 2024; 5 pm - 8 pm
  Location: La Casa, 3166 Mt. Pleasant St NW, Washington, DC 20010
   
• Are You Ready For Some Football? 
  World AIDS Day with the Washington Commanders  MD
  Description: HAHSTA will be teaming up with the Washington Commanders as they host the Tennessee Titans. HAHSTA will be canvasing the tailgating area to promote HIV testing, health, and wellness and hand out free HIV test kits and give out free swag. Find us at Parking Lot Gold Section A or at [XX] within the stadium.
  Date and Time: Sunday, December 1, 2024: 9am – 2pm
  Location: Northwest Stadium 1600 Fedex Way, Landover, MD 20785
   
• Breaking the Silence Together: Celebrating Black Women's Strength in HIV Awareness, Sexual Health, and Wellness MD
  Description: Montgomery County Sexual Health & Wellness Services & the Montgomery County (MD) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. invite you to the 4th annual World AIDS Day Solidarity for Health Equity Breakfast.
  Date and Time: Tuesday, December 3, 2024; 9 am - 11 am
  Location: Silver Spring Civic Center; 1 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD 
   
• Health Fair; La Clinica del Pueblo DC
  Description: Annual World AIDS Day health fair. Freee HIV and STI testing. Free condoms, lubricant, health information, and more. Email [email protected] for more information.
  Date and Time: December 2, 2024; 10 am - 2 pm
  Location: La Casa, 3166 Mt. Pleasant St NW, Washington, DC 20010
   
• He(art) & Soul DC
  Description: Join us for an evening of creativity, passion, and inspiration where the voices, stories, and artistry of our community come together. Hosted by AIDS Healthcare Foundation
  Date and Time: Saturday, November 30, 2024; 4 pm - 7 pm
  Location: Wooly Mammoth Theater; 641 D Street, NW, Wahington, DC 20004
   
• NIH World AIDS Day 2024 VIRTUAL
  Description: Progress, Innovation, and Impact in HIV Research; Tune in to watch a panel of HIV experts and community advocates discuss breakthroughs and scientific progress as well as ways to ensure that progress reaches communities most in need. More details coming soon.
  Date and Time: December 4, 2024; 11 am
  Location: This is a virtual event
   
• NMAC: 5th Annual Capitol Hill Champions Reception DC
  Description: This year will be a celebration and tribute to all members of the Congressional HIV/AIDS Caucus, including the remarkable Congresswoman Barbara Lee. The reception promises to be a powerful and impactful occasion, and we would be grateful for your attendance.
  To RSVP, please email Zach Miller at [email protected].
  Date and Time: December 3, 2024; 5 pm - 7 pm
  Location: Rayburn House Office Building; 45 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20515
   
• Red Reminds Me DC
  Description: For Red Reminds Me, the Studio House at Walbridge is collaborating with Dandelion Collective, 3417 14th Street, NW for an afternoon screening at 4pm, followed by a repast for the community at Studio House at Walbridge to reflect upon “Funebration,” video documentation by Maureen Leak of David Bethuel Jamieson’s memorial service at Wheelock Mountain Farm, October 9, 1992; digitized in 2024 at the DC Library’s Memory Lab; and to discuss Red Reminds Me, the program of seven videos reflecting the emotional spectrum of living with HIV today.
  Date and Time: Sunday, December 1; 4pm - 9pm
  Location: Dandelion Collective, 3417 14th Street, NW for an afternoon screening at 4pm
  Repast: David Bethuel Jamieson Studio House at Walbridge; 3229 Walbridge Place Northwest Washington, DC 
   
• Remembrance & Candlelight Vigil VA
  Description: Join in person or watch a live-stream: https://bit.ly/49DQdry.
  Date and Time: December 1, 2024; 5 pm – 8 pm
  Location: Fairfax County Government Center; 12000 Government Center Parkway Fairfax, VA 22035
   
• Walk & 5K to End HIV 2024 DC
  Description: Fundraiser to benefit Whitman-Walker Health
  Date and Time: December 7, 2024; 8 am - 11 am
  Location: Anacostia Park
   
• World AIDS Day Brunch MD
  Description: Join Metropolitan Baptist Church at Bowie State University for brunch. The Shade of Resilience Empowerment Brunch will focus on the experiences of African-American women living with HIV/AIDS in the 21st century.
  Date and Time: Sunday, December 1, 2024; 2 pm - 5 pm
  Location: Student Center Ballroom; 14000 Jericho Park Road, Bowie, MD
   
• World AIDS Day Exhibit & Commemoration VA
  Description: City of Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson will read a proclamation
  Date and Time: December 1, 2024; 10 am - 5 pm
  Location: Del Pepper Community Center; 4850 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22311
   
• World AIDS Day Community Concert DC
  Description: A tribute to resilience, remembrance, and hope. In collaboration with Harm Reduction at Westminster, we come together to honor World AIDS Day with voices raised and hearts united. A tribute to resilience, remembrance, and hope.
  Date and Time: Sunday, December 1, 2024; 4 pm - 6 pm
  Location: Westminster Prebyterian Church; 400 I Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024
   
• World AIDS Day: DMV Unity Drag Brunch DC
  Description: An unforgettable day of free food, mimosas, top drag performances, a live DJ, inspiring speakers, & vital resources for community wellness!; Hosted by Impulse Group DC, FLUX DC, Us Helping Us, People Into Living
  Date and Time: Saturday, December 8; 12 pm - 4 pm
  Location: Hook Hall; 3400 Georgia Avenue, NW, Washingto, DC 20010
   
• World AIDS Day 2004: From Awareness to Action VIRTUAL
  Description: Virtual Conference; The MidAtlantic AIDS Education and Training Center in partnership In Partnership with the MAAETC central Office, University of Pittsburgh Local Partner Site (LPS}, Health Federation of Philadelphia LPS, Christiana Caro LPS, Howard University LPS, University of Maryland, Baltimore LPS. John Hopkins University LPS, Virginia University LPS, Virginia Commonwealth University LPS, & INOVA Health System LPS.  View Agenda Here
  • Free Continuing Education Credits!  
  • Informative, Evidence-Based Learning from Clinical HIV Experts
  • Keynote Speakers
  Register Here
  Date andTime: December 4, 2024; 8:30 am - 4:45 pm
  Location: This is a virtual event