Grand Lodge Convention will be held in Chicago, IL, Sunday July 5th, through Wednesday July 8th, 2026.
Per Grand Lodge Statutes it is each Lodge’s responsibility to send their Exalted Ruler or qualified alternate to the National Convention; however, it is the incoming Exalted Ruler or qualified alternate’s responsibility to complete the forms and see that the required funds are submitted by the listed deadline. It is imperative the registration form and payment be received by the listed deadline of April 21st , 2026, or the Lodge will receive a bill for a $75.00 late fee. Lodges should not pay for anyone to go to the Grand Lodge Convention that is not an ER or qualified alternate. The alternates need to register with the Grand Secretary on official letterhead no later than two weeks before the convention. Even if a Lodge gets dispensation and does not send their ER, the lodge is still obligated to pay the activity fee.
The Grand Lodge Convention OPENING CEREMONY WILL TAKE PLACE AT 4:00 PM (Time subject to change) ON SUNDAY July 5th at the McCormick Place West Building, 2317 West Indiana Blvd, Chicago, IL 60616.
All of Area 8 will be housed at the Marriott Marquis-Chicago, 2121 S. Prairie Ave. Check early and often for the best flight rates and to arrive in time to attend the 4:00 PM Opening Ceremony on Sunday July 5th, 2026. The hotel is located 10 miles from Midway Airport and a shade over 20 miles from O’Hare.
If you have questions regarding housing, please contact your state coordinator.