104th National Convention
Charlotte, North Carolina – August 25-31, 2023
Reports: The following are reports were written by California delegates to the National Convention assigned to commissions.
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 today.
HOTEL INFORMATION
Courtyard Charlotte City Center
237 South Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28202
We are no longer accepting Hotel and Guest Registration forms.
If you submitted a form before the deadline and need to make a change to your reservation, please call Department at (559) 875-8387 or email crystal@caLegion.org.
REGISTRATION AREA HOURS AND LOCATION
HEADQUARTERS HOTELS
The Westin and JW Marriott will serve as co-headquarters hotels for both American Legion and Sons of the American Legion. The Hilton will serve as The American Legion Auxiliary headquarters hotel.
NATIONAL CONVENTION MOBILE APP
2023 National Convention App is now available. Download to have maps, alerts, information, and updates in your pocket while at the convention.
OTHER FORMS AND INFORMATION:
- 2023 Color Guard and Concert Band Rules
- American Legion Family Baseball Night at Truist Field
- Blood Drive Registration
- Calendar of Events (as of Aug 15)
- Campgrounds and RV Parks
- Charlotte Transportation Guide
- Carowinds Theme Park – Discount
- Convention Committee Meetings
- Convention Marketing Opportunities Package (Exhibitor/Sponsorship Contract)
- Dress Code – Official
- Emblem Sales – Location & Hours
- Explore Charlotte
- Hotel Listing by Department (as of Aug 7)
- Hotel Map
- Interactive Parking Map
- Know Before You Go
- Medical Services
- Onsite Registration & Exhibit Hall Hours
- Parking Options
- Posts to Host Functions
- Preseason Football Discounted Tickets – Carolina Panthers vs Detroit Lions
- Restaurant Map
- Scooter Rentals (as of Aug 3)
- Show Your Badge Discounts
- Shuttle Schedule (as of July 25)
EVENTS DURING CONVENTION
Friday, August 25:
- Color Guard Competition – 4 PM in Hall A
As of 6/7, no applications have been received. Please talk to your color guards to return those by July 21. There will be a JROTC competition this year!
Saturday, August 26:
- Competitive Concert Band Contest – 1 PM in Hall A
Two bands will be competing: Joliet and Louisiana Post 0377
- American Legion Family Night at The Charlotte Knights Baseball Game – 7 PM at the Truist Field
Discounted tickets are available here. Tickets must be purchased by August 21.
Sunday, August 27:
- Patriotic Memorial Service – 11 AM in Hall A
Featuring the 82nd Airborne Division chorus and band
Monday, August 28:
- Department of California Breakfast & Caucus – 7 AM-1 PM at the Charlotte Convention Center, Room 201, Meeting Level
- Jim Hackney Nite Out / California Party
For more information or to purchase tickets, click here.
Tuesday, August 29:
- Legion General Opening Ceremony
with US Army veteran-turned country musician and motivational speaker as Emcee and Opening Entertainment
- National Commander’s Banquet
Entertainment is local band Motown Revue. Tickets are $60 each.
Tickets are now sold out, but if you are interested in attending and have not already purchased a ticket, please contact The Department of California at (559) 875-8387 to see if one can be made available
Wednesday, August 30:
- Auxiliary State Dinner
Tickets are $60 each. Please send State Dinner checks to TAL Auxiliary Dept. of CA (401 Van Ness Ave, Ste #319, San Francisco, CA 94102)
EXPLORE CHARLOTTE
Take advantage of the local experiences, dining, attractions like the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Carowinds, and much more as you explore!
*Please check back often for updated information regarding notable items, events, etc. Schedules and information are subject to change.*
