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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Honor America’s 250-year legacy by participating in the Forged in Freedom 250 Challenge, a nationwide virtual challenge supporting today’s Marines. Participants complete 250 miles at their own pace between March 3 and July 4. All participants receive an exclusive, challenge-specific commemorative coin honoring America’s 250th birthday. Proceeds support MCA’s professional development programs for Marines. Registration: $50
I Don’t Want to Talk About It: Quantico Mental Health Symposium Theme: “I’m Tired but I Can’t Sleep” This half-day symposium explores how chronic sleep loss disrupts performance, mood,
This annual dinner is held in close coordination with the Deputy Commandant for Installations and Logistics and focuses on the vital issues, organizational structure concerns and challenges facing the Installations and Logistics communities. The dinner provides the formal opportunity to recognize the professional achievements of the top performing Marines. Event Information: Guest Speaker: To Be
A celebration of the Marine Corps Manpower, Personnel & Administration Awards Program that provides a formal venue to recognize the professional achievements of the top performers in Marine Corps Manpower, Personnel & Administration. Event Information: Guest Speaker: LtGen Eric Austin CG, MCCDC/DC, CD&I Dress Business Attire or Cocktail Attire Cost: $75 for MCA members and
Held in close coordination with the Deputy Commandant for Information, this dinner showcases the top performing Marines, civilian and unit from the C4, Intelligence, Cyber and Space communities. Event Information: Guest Speaker: To Be Announced... Dress Business Attire or Cocktail Attire Cost: $175 for MCA members and $195 for non-members Active-duty service members can register
A celebration of the instructors who provide education, training and guidance to Marines and other service members. Event Information: Guest Speaker: To Be Announced... Dress Business Attire or Cocktail Attire Cost: $75 for MCA members and $95 for non-members Active-duty service members can register online for free and will also be eligible for a no-cost
The Ground Awards Dinner is an annual dinner held in close coordination with the Deputy Commandant for Plans, Policies and Operations. Join us as we celebrate 22 years of providing professional recognition to the top-performing leaders in the ground combat community and network with the Marine Corps community. Event Information: Guest Speaker: To Be Announced...
A celebration of the Marine acquisition community that is held in coordination with Marine Corps Systems Command. This dinner provides a formal venue to recognize the professional achievements of the top performers in Marine Corps Acquisitions. Event Information: Guest Speaker: To Be Announced... Dress Business Attire or Cocktail Attire Cost: $75 for MCA members and
The Ammo Tech Awards Dinner is held in coordination with the Program Manager, Ammunition (PM AMMO) from Marine Corps Systems Command to honor the community of Marine Ammunition Technicians. The highlight of the evening is the presentation of 6 ammo tech awards to Marine enlisted, NCO, SNCO and Officer leaders who made the most substantial
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: