93RD ANNUAL
NATIONAL CONVENTION INFORMATION
"FREEDOM HAS NEVER BEEN FREE"
LOCATION:
New Bern, North Carolina
River Front Convention Center in Craven County
Links for:
Convention Center Facility Photos:
DATES:
Registration - Sunday July 13, 2026
Business Sessions - Monday July 13 - Thursday July 16, 2026
Gala: Thursday July 16, 2026
Travel Out (note: Some Patriot Leadership Officers may meet on Friday July 17th)
REGISTRATION is $150. Auxiliary registration can be found on the Patriot Website by clicking HERE. (Register before June 11th to avoid a late fee.)
MEALS:
Registration includes a buffet breakfast on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. There will be a boxed lunch on Monday and Tuesday. All participants, including guests, need to complete a registration form in order to receive meals. The cost for the gala is $85. It will feature a buffet-style dinner featuring Beef, Chicken, and fish
There will be a bar that is available to purchase drinks.
LODGING:
There are several hotels that are conveniently located by the convention center. The Department of North Carolina recommends these two options:
Option 1:
Double Tree by Hilton Hotel New Bern Riverfront
100 Middle Street, New Bern, NC 28560USA
1 252-658-9000
Event dates: July 11, 2026 - July 17, 2026
Book before: June 11, 2026
Rooms & Rates
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1 King Bed-Riverview-nonsmoking - $179.00
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2 Double Beds-Riverview-nonsmoking - $179.00
Option 2:
Tryon Riverfront Inn New Bern, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
100 Craven St., New Bern, NC 28560USA
1 252-649-0950
Event dates: July 11, 2026 - July 17, 2026
Book before: June 11, 2026
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1 Queen Bed W/ Sofa bed - $190.00
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1 King Bed - $190.00
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2 Queen Beds - $190.00
SOUVENIR ITEMS:
National Convention Shirts feature the Dogwood Blossom, the state flower of North Carolina. Each shirt is $40 and can be purchased on the Order's website by clicking HERE or visit PurpleHeart.org. (Note: Only Purple Heart Recipients may wear the Purple Heart Patriot Designated Shirts)
RAFFLE: $20 per ticket Glock 43 Pistol Raffle
CONVENTION COINS and PINS will be announced soon please watch MOPH and MOPHA websites for more information.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
Badge of Merit Sponsor $5,000 includes:
Premier Seating, one table for 8, Full Page Advertisement, Organization or Corporate Logo in all convention marketing material
Silver Star Sponsor $2,500 includes: Preferred seating, 3/4 table for 6, 1 page Advertisement, Organization or Corporate Logo in all convention marketing material
Bronze Star Sponsor $1,500 includes: Preferred seating, 1/2 table for 4, 1/2-page Advertisement, Organization or Corporate Logo in all convention marketing material
Vendor table $250: Vendor tables provide organizations and businesses the opportunity to engage directly with Purple Heart recipients, Auxiliary members, and convention attendees during the 93rd Annual National Convention in New Bern, North Carolina. Vendor space is limited and supports the mission of the Military Order of the Purple Heart.
ADVERTISING:
Advertising in the 2026 National Convention Book provides organizations and individuals the opportunity to reach Purple Heart recipients, Auxiliary members, and convention attendees from across the nation while supporting the mission of the Military Order of the Purple Heart and it’s Auxiliary. See following for location and amount
Back Cover color ad $500:
Full Page color ad $300:
Half Page color ad $150:
Quarter Page color ad $75:
Business card ad $30:
If you like to place and Ad in the Convention book or know anyone who would like to help provide sponsorship, please click HERE:
MOBILITY SCOOTERS:
Please call Mobility Plus at 252-751-6677 to reserve a scooter. They offer a special price for veterans—be sure to mention that you are attending the National Purple Heart Convention. You will also need to provide the name of the hotel where you are staying for scooter delivery.
PARKING:
All parking is under the exclusive control of the Convention Center management, and the following rules will apply:
• No parking in fire lanes, service roads, loading dock areas or any other unauthorized location is permitted.
• Unauthorized vehicles will be removed at the owner’s expense.
• The Convention Center provides two parking lots; on site lot and a lot directly across from the Convention Center. Other surrounding parking areas are available, however, vehicles parked on private property are subject to applicable regulations.
