HOTEL LOCATION & INFORMATION
The Seelbach Hilton
500 Fourth Street, Louisville, KY 40202
RATE
King: $153 per night, plus tax
Two-Bedded: $153 per night, plus tax
ADA: $153 per night, plus tax
Additional Occupant in Room: $10 per day (triple/quad)
Rollaway: $20 per day
Self-Parking: $30 per day
Valet Parking: $36 per day
Tax Rate: 17.66% per room, per night (subject to change)
RESERVATIONS – CLOSED
The deadline to reserve a hotel room has passed. If you previously submitted a form and have any questions or need to make changes, please call Department Headquarters at (559) 875-8387.
NATIONAL CONVENTION DELEGATE, ALTERNATE, & GUEST FEES
if you are a National Convention Delegate, Alternate, or Guest and have not paid your fees yet, you can now do so online! See below for payment links:
NATIONAL CONVENTION DELEGATES
ATTENTION! The National Convention Delegate Form was due June 1. This is crucial to help us properly plan for convention. Please submit as soon as possible.
VISIT LOUISVILLE
EXCLUSIVE SAVINGS FOR ATTENDEES
- Go to Louisville – Official Louisville Tourism Website
- Belle of Louisville Riverboats: Group Information | Charter Information
- American Legion National Convention @ Slugger Field
- Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory Tour Discount Brochure
- Louisville City FC vs Detroit City FC – August 29 Tickets Discount – Event Details: August 29, 2026 at 8 PM – Lynn Family Stadium, Louisville, KY
- Commemorative Bottle of Angel’s Envy Bourbon – Pre-order your commemorative bottle of Angel’s Envy Bourbon finished in Port Wine Barrels engraved with American Legion brandmark and your name
- Angel’s Envy Distillery Signature Tour and Whiskey Roundtables Tasting Experience – Exclusive Discount – Enjoy $20 off Signature Tour and Whiskey Roundtables from Friday, August 28 through Thursday, September 3 using code LEGION2026 (must be booked online in advance)
COLOR GUARD & BAND CONTEST INFORMATION
COLOR GUARD CONTEST FORMS & RULES
- Advancing and Retiring of Colors Class – Application Form
- Open Class – Application Form
- Military Class – Application Form
- Military Open Class – Application Form
- JROTC Drill Class – Application Form
- Color Guard Contest – Rules
BAND CONTEST FORMS AND RULES
DOWNLOADABLE RESOURCES
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, please see below:
NATIONAL CONVENTION SPONSORS
NATIONAL CONVENTION SCHEDULE: MEETING LOCATIONS & TIMES
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE NATIONAL CONSTITUTION AND/OR BYLAWS
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
NATIONAL CONVENTION MOBILE APP
The 2026 National Convention Mobile App is now available. Download to have maps, alerts, information, and updates in your pocket while at the convention.
REGISTRATION LOCATION & SCHEDULE
Location: Medallion BR Foyer
- August 27th: 10 AM – 5 PM
- August 28th: 9 AM – 5 PM
- August 29th: 9 AM – 5 PM
- August 30th: 9 AM – 5 PM
CALIFORNIA CAUCUS
Monday, August 31 | Location: Medallion Salon A/B
Breakfast: 7-9 AM | Legion Caucus Meeting: 9:15 AM – 1 PM
WESTERN STATES CAUCUS
Monday, August 31 | 2:30 PM
ATTENDEE RESOURCES
- Convention Hotels Map
- Department Hotels
- Shuttle Bus Schedule
- Posts to Host Functions
- Campground Information
- Scooter Rental Information
- Airport Transportation
- Additional Parking Options
- Medical Services & Emergency Information
- On-Site Registration & Information Hours
- Blood Drive Flyer
- Official Dress Code
- Emblem Sales Flyer
COMMANDER’S BANQUET
The Commander’s Banquet is sold out.
EVENTS
★ COMMUNITY OUTREACH DAY
August 28, 2026 – A morning of service engaging in cemetery beautification and preservation efforts at Greenwood Cemetery in Louisville, KY. Transportation, tools, and meals provided.
Registration is full.
★ AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIAL
August 28, 2026 – American Legion Family members attending the 107th national convention are invited to Post 220 in Shively for a Friday Night Social event. The post is hosting the social event on from 5:30-9 PM, with live music from 6-10 PM.
Location: 2107 Crums Lane, Shively, KY 40216.
★ NATIONAL CHAPLAIN’S BREAKFAST
August 30, 2026 – Join National Chaplain Michael Pollitt for the 2026 National Chaplain’s Breakfast, themed “Chaplains Make The Difference,” on Sunday, August 30, from 7:00-9:00 AM at the Galt House Hotel in Louisville. Tickets are $40, attendance is limited to 65 guests, and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
★ CALIFORNIA NIGHT
August 31, 2026 – Step up to the plate and join the American Legion Department of California for our annual California Night during the 2026 American Legion National Convention. This year, we’re headed to the iconic Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory in Louisville, KY, for a fun and memorable evening of baseball history, great food, drinks, and fellowship.
*Please check back often for updated information regarding notable items, events, etc. Schedules and information are subject to change.*















