Upcoming MCA Events MCA will be hosting 18 dinners/luncheons from coast to coast in 2026 and will also provide events in Okinawa and Stuttgart. These events provide professional development opportunities for Marines. Additionally we recognize Marines at key events with awards ranging from the Leftwich Trophy which is presented at the Ground Awards Dinner to the Expeditionary Warfare Leadership Awards which are presented at the Combat Development Awards Dinner. If you aren’t able to join us, please take time to watch the Guest Speaker remarks and awards ceremonies (when applicable) at our dinners by visiting our YouTube Channel.
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For a listing of our 2026/2027 Events click here.
Honor the legacy of the United States Marine Corps by completing the First to Fight 250K Challenge, a nationwide virtual challenge. Participants complete 250 kilometers (155 miles) at their own pace between August 1 and November 10. All participants receive an exclusive, challenge-specific commemorative coin. Proceeds support MCA’s professional development programs for Marines. Registration: $50
Event Information: Guest Speaker: Lt. Gen. William J. Bowers Deputy Commandant, Manpower and Reserve Affairs Dress Business Attire or Cocktail Attire Cost: Active-duty service members can register online for free
Join us for an evening dedicated to celebrating the strength, leadership, and impact of military spouses. The Behind the Camouflage Spouse Summit brings spouses together to build meaningful connections, discover valuable resources, and strengthen the communities that support us wherever we are. Event Date: Tuesday, October 6th Event Times: Doors open; Resource Fair; and Social Hour:
Join us for an evening dedicated to celebrating the strength, leadership, and impact of military spouses. The Behind the Camouflage Spouse Summit brings spouses together to build meaningful connections, discover valuable resources, and strengthen the communities that support us wherever we are. Event Date: Wednesday, October 7th Event Times: Doors open; Resource Fair; and Social Hour:
MCA has been hosting Professional Development related Dinners for II MEF since 2010. This year we are integrating the Wounded Warrior Leadership Awards into the evening’s program to celebrate the Caregiver of the Year, Recovering Service Member of the Year, Civilian of the Year and Marines who support the Wounded Warrior programs. Event Information: Guest
Join the Marine Corps Association as we celebrate the Marines of Europe at our MCA Stuttgart Professional Dinner for an evening of education, networking, and most importantly, camaraderie. Event Information: Guest Speaker: General Dagvin R.M. Anderson , USAF, Commander, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) Dress Business Attire or Cocktail Attire Cost: Active-duty service members can register
Join us for an evening dedicated to celebrating the strength, leadership, and impact of military spouses. The Behind the Camouflage Spouse Summit brings spouses together to build meaningful connections, discover valuable resources, and strengthen the communities that support us wherever we are. Event Date: Wednesday, October 28th Event Times: Doors open; Resource Fair; and Social Hour:
The Seventh Annual National Meeting of the Marine Corps Association brings together Marines, veterans, industry partners, and friends of the Corps for an afternoon dedicated to connection and celebration. Join