79th National Convention

Each year, AMVETS members convene to elect and appoint officers at the national, district, department, and post levels. Every August, representatives from these levels attend the AMVETS National Convention, where they make crucial decisions on issues impacting veterans and the organization.

Convention 2025

Thank you to the entire AMVETS Family who made the journey this year to Greensboro, North Carolina, for the AMVETS National Convention!

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AMVETS CONVENTION AGENDA

The 2026 National Convention will be held in Orlando, Florida!

The following is a rough outline of the agenda for the AMVETS 80th National Convention

TUESDAY

AUGUST 18, 2026

AMVETS officers arrive

WEDNESDAY
AUGUST 19, 2026

0830 - National Service Foundation meets

0900 - AMVETS Expo opens

0930 - AMVETS National Charities

1015 - National Finance Committee meets

1200 - Credentials pickup for preregistered only

1230 - First-Timers Orientation

1300 - Committee Meetings: Personnel / POW/MIA / VAVS / Community Services / Uniform / Diversity

1400 - Committee Meetings: Women Veterans / Civil Service / Americanism / Armed Services / Honor Guard

1500 - AMVETS National Executive Committee
1800 - Florida Night (all welcome, ticketed event)

THURSDAY

AUGUST 20, 2026

0900 - Suicide Prevention Committee

0900 - National Quartermaster opens

1000 - Joint Opening Ceremony
1300 - Joint Memorial Service

1500 - AMVETS First Business Session

1630 - Bylaws Committee

1630 - National Americanism Poster Judging

1930 - Silver Helmet Awards (all welcome, ticketed event)

FRIDAY
AUGUST 21, 2026

0830 - Second Business Session - Membership/Programs Awards + Resolutions & CBL

Amendments

1300 - Second Business Session (continued) - 1st nominations for national offices

1430 - National Districts Meetings

1545 - Convention Rules Committee

1600 - AMVETS Convention Registration closes for the day

1800 - Pre-Banquet Reception

1900 - Commanders & Presidents Banquet (all welcome, ticketed event)

SATURDAY
AUGUST 23, 2025

0830 - AMVETS Convention Registration opens

0830 - Third Business Session - National elections begin at 1000

1000 - AMVETS Convention Registration closes

1230 - Post-Convention NEC Meeting

1330 - Post-Convention National Service Foundation Meeting

1400 - Joint National Officers Installation Ceremony

1530 - National Commander Hospitality Suite

The 2025 AMVETS convention agenda: Open the PDF here

Please note, each part of the AMVETS Family sets its own convention agendas. They can be found at: AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary | Sons of AMVETS | AMVETS Riders | Sad Sacks

AMVETS National Commanders & Presidents Banquet

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Silver Helmet

The Silver Helmet Awards is held annually during our National Convention, recognizing excellence and outstanding accomplishment in the fields of Americanism, defense, rehabilitation, congressional and civil service. The 2026 ceremony will take place Thursday night banquet at the National Convention.
Ticket will go on sale in April 2026

The National Quartermaster

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Quartermaster at National Convention

Take care of your uniform needs & pick up the latest AMVETS Family gear and official convention merchandise.

The Quartermaster Store will be onsite.

Store Hours:

Thursday 9 AM to 6 PM
Friday 9 AM to 6 PM
Saturday 9 AM to 2 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

How is parking? The Sheraton Greensboro provides complimentary parking. The parking lot does not include EV-charging stations. Accessible and van accessible on-site parking is available, as is valet parking for vehicles outfitted for drivers with mobility challenges.

What am I supposed to wear? "Business casual" is acceptable for all delegates, alternates, and guests. At no time will shorts, T-Shirts, tank tops, flipflops or ball caps be allowed on the convention floor. On Friday of the convention, delegates may wear a red T-Shirt in support of “Remember Everyone Deployed”. T-shirts must be neat in appearance with no holes. Lack of an AMVETS cover is not a reason to be barred from the convention floor. Final decision on acceptable dress will be made by the National Commander. Reasonable accommodations will be made for delegates with disabilities. The Friday night banquet is a semi-formal, ticketed dinner event. Acceptable attire is business or formal.

What is the hotel's pet policy? Pets are not permitted, but service dogs are allowed. The hotel may require certification.

What are the dining options in the hotel? Joseph's Restaurant - Serving American cuisine in buffet style for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Cafe Expresso - Offering Starbucks coffee, grab & go breakfast items, juices, sodas and pastries. Open each day from 7 AM to 9 PM. Skylite Cafe - American cuisine served with a southern flare. Open each day from 6 AM to 11 AM for breakfast; 11:30 AM to 2 PM for lunch; and 5 to 10 PM for dinner. Bar Down Under - Relax and enjoy hand-crafted cocktails, wine and draft beer. Bar Down Under also offers a menu of bar bites. Opens daily at 3 PM.

Flying in?

Orlando International Airport (MSO) is regularly ranked among the best big airports in the United States. Much more about shuttle and riding sharing options will be added as we get closer to the 2026 National Convention.

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