California State Convention, June 17 - 21, 2026.
Holiday Inn Sacramento, 300 J St Sacramento CA 95814
Reserve Now, or call to make reservations (1-877-666-3243) and mention code VSC
Standard King starts at $160, per night, excluding taxes. Self parking may incur a fee.
The hotel offers free internet. Incoming and outgoing council members must book through the Department Quartermaster/Adjutant. For more information, contact us at info@vfwca.org.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 (VFW Casual)
| 0800 - 1115 |
Training in various areas. See following link for list of sessions: 2026 Training Schedule |
| 1115 - 1230 |
Lunch |
| 1230 - 1730 |
Additional training |
Thursday, June 18, 2026 (Council Button Down Shirt and Official Cover)
| 0700 - 1700 |
VFW Headquarters Office |
| 0800 - 1700 |
Registration |
| 0830 - 1030 |
Convention Rules Committee Meeting |
| 0830 - 1030 |
By Laws/Resolutions Committee Meeting |
| 1300 |
Council of Administration Meeting & Awards |
| 1800 - 1900 |
Commanders Appreciation Dinner (Council & Chairman plus one guest, by invite only) |
Friday, June 19, 2026 (Council Business Attire/Cover, Members VFW Attire Cover)
| 0730 - 1700 |
VFW Headquarters Office |
| 0730 - 0900 |
All-State Awards |
| 0930 - 1130 |
Joint Opening/Memorial |
| 1200 - 1300 |
CANCELLED: All-American Luncheon (pre-registration required, may be held offsite) |
| 1300 - 1730 |
Business Session & Nomination of Officers |
Saturday, June 20, 2026 (Council Business Attire/Cover, Members VFW Attire Cover)
| 0700 - 1600 |
VFW Headquarters Office |
| 0800 - 0900 |
Registration |
| 0800 |
Business Session |
| Break |
The Business Session will take a break for delegate strength counting, training may be held |
| 1030 - 1200 |
Business Session Resumes with Elections |
| 1200 - 1300 |
Past State Commanders Lunch |
| 1400 - 1600 |
VFW & Auxiliary Joint Installation |
| 1630 - 1730 |
Council Photographs |
| 1800 - 2100 |
Commanders/Presidents Reception |
Sunday, June 21, 2026 (Council Button-Down Shirt and Official Cover)
| 0700 - 1600 |
VFW Headquarters Office |
| 0900 - 1330 |
First Council of Administration Meeting for the new 2026-2027 program year |
| 1400 - 1530 |
Foundation Meeting |
