Marine Corps Association

2025 MCA Hawaii Professional Dinner
2025-01-23 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Hale Koa, 2055 Kālia Rd, Honolulu, 96815, United States
Join us for the Hawaii Professional Dinner! This exclusive event, held in coordination with Marine Corps Base Hawaii and Marine Forces Pacific (MARFORPAC), offers a unique outreach opportunity to MAGTF Marines and friends of the Corps in Hawaii. Connect, network, and share in the Marine spirit as we come together to strengthen our bonds and support the Corps.

Online registration for this event is now closed. If you would still like to attend please reach out to events@mca-marines.org.

Guest Speaker:

LtGen James F. Glynn
Commander, US Marine Forces, Pacific

Dress:

Aloha Casual
Cost:

$95 for MCA Members and $120 for non-Members. Parking is included.
Complimentary parking is available at the Hale Koa’s parking garage located across the street from the hotel at 358 Maluhia Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815.
The reception will be held in the Waikiki Ballroom and dinner will be held in DeRussy Hall. A map of the property can be found here.

Active-duty service members can register online for free and will also be eligible for a no-cost Premium membership. Spouses can also attend free of charge, but must email events@mca-marines.org to register for the event.

Schedule

Time
Event

1800
Reception in the Waikiki Ballroom

1900
Dinner & Speaker remarks in DeRussy Hall

Event Extra Info:

MCA would like to express our sincere appreciation to all these companies for their support of this event and our programs:
USAA;
Lockheed Martin & Sikorsky; BAE Systems; V2X; L3Harris; First Command; ManTech; CACI; Leidos; RTX; MSC;
Knowledge Management; Innovative Reasoning;
Anglicotech; Booz Allen Hamilton; Cervello Global Corporation;
Avening Tech; SAIC;
GEICO;
Enterprise; HDR; Navigators Global; and Matson.

Marine Corps Base Hawaii Spouse Summit
2025-01-22 18:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Klipper Ballroom, Building 3088, Manning Street, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Hawaii, 96863
Fostering Connection to Community
Join us for an evening of connection, learning, and support at the Spouse Summit: Hawaii. This exclusive gathering is hosted by the Marine Corps Association.
Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with dinner, drinks, and meaningful conversations. Whether you’re looking to network, learn, or simply connect with others in the community, this event is the perfect opportunity.
Event Date: Wednesday, January 22nd

Event Times:

Doors open at 1715

Program starts at 1800

The program will include:

Guest Speaker: Colonel Jeremy Beaven, Commanding Officer, Marine Corps Base Hawaii
Theme: Community

Dinner and Drinks will be provided
No Cost for Spouses of Active Duty, Retired, or Reserve Service Member.

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting this event!

The Run for Marines 10K - Virtual Run 2024
2024-11-10 | Wherever You Are
Celebrate the 249th Birthday of the Marine Corps by running, walking, biking, or rowing 10 kilometers on November 10, 2024.
The first 250 participants to register for the event will receive an exclusive race pin with this year’s logo.

2024 Golf For The Marines tournament
2024-10-28 08:45 - 16:00 UTC | Creighton Farms, 22050 Creighton Farms Drive, Aldie, VA, 20105, United States
PLEASE NOTE: NEW START TIME
Due to potential frost delay, the tournament’s shotgun start time has been moved to 10:00AM.
More information will be sent to all registered golfers on Thursday, 10/24/24.
MCA would like to express our sincere appreciation to these companies for their support of this year’s Golf For The Marines tournament:

Chapultepec Challenge WOD (Workout of the Day) - Virtual Challenge 2024
2024-09-12
Inspired by the Marine Corps Workout of the Day (WOD), join us in the Chapultepec Challenge WOD. The Marines conquered Chapultepec Castle, sitting at the top of a 200 foot hill, in September 1847. The Marines suffered nearly 90% casualties in the battle, and Marine tradition says the red stripe on the side of Marines’ Dress Blues trousers represents a “blood stripe” honoring the many NCO’s and officers lost at Chapultepec.
On September 12, 2024 (start date of the battle) encourage your friends to join you in the Chapultepec Challenge WOD. The first 250 registered participants will receive an exclusive pin with this year’s logo.
3 Rounds for Time

Sprint 200 meters
18 Burpees
Sprint 200 meters
47 Crunches

Camp Lejeune Spouse Summit
2024-09-10 09:00 - 14:00 (Europe/Paris) | Tun Alley Event Center, Building 84, Hadnot Point Plaza, Camp Lejeune, NC, 28547, United States
Registration is closed.
“Strengths and Leadership for the Military Spouse”

This one day summit will bring a new perspective and deepened self-awareness for military spouses on their vital role and value within the military community, at home, and professionally.

Speaker and Instructor: Eric Maxwell
Event Date: Tuesday, September 10th

Event Times:

Check-in between 8:30 & 9:00/ Event starts at 9AM

Program ends at 1400

The program will include:

Gallup Strength Assessment (No extra charge)
Inherent Leadership
Exploring Individual Strengths
Networking and Discussions
Resource Fair

Lunch will be provided
No Cost for Spouses of Active Duty, Retired, or Reserve Service Member.

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting this event!

Sugar Bear Memorial Run - Virtual Run 2024
2024-07-22
Run, walk, row, or bike 10 miles on July 22, 2024 to honor the memory of LtCol Mario “Sugar Bear” Carazo. LtCol Carazo made the ultimate sacrifice on July 22, 2010 when his AH-1W Cobra was shot down while supporting Marines engaged in a firefight in Afghanistan.
The proceeds from this virtual event will be split between the Marine Corps Association Foundation and the Sugar Bear Foundation, which supports Gold Star families and Surviving Spouses.
The first 250 participants to complete the event will receive an exclusive race pin with this year’s image.

Spouse Summit/ Camp Pendleton, CA
2024-07-09 16:00 - 21:00 UTC | Pacific Views Event Center, 202850 San Jacinto Rd, Oceanside, CA, 92058, United States
Join us for “Behind the Frontlines”
Military spouses of active and retired service members are invited to an enlightening event designed exclusively for military spouses, offering an insider’s perspective into the lesser-known aspects of Marine Corps life and unveiling the hidden gems of the Marine Corps.
Dinner will be provided.

Mental Health Symposium
2024-06-27 08:00 - 15:30 UTC | The Clubs At Quantico, 3017 Russell Rd, Quantico, VA, 22134, United States
Naval Health Clinic Quantico and Marine Corps Community Services Behavioral Health
A full-day mental health symposium dedicated to equipping attendees with practical knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of psychological well-being.
MCA would like to express our sincere appreciation to these companies for their support this symposium:
Semper Fi Fund
Humana Military
Warrior Foundation Freedom Station
Marine Gunner Association

MCAF Giving Day 2024
2024-06-11
On June 11th, members, donors, and friends of the Marine Corps all over the world will come together to support our programs to enhance the professional development of Marines. ​
Thousands of Marines will feel the impact of your gifts in a variety of ways including awards at the Corps’ schools, books from the Commandant’s Reading List at no cost to young Marines, battlefield studies to learn tactics and strategies, and writing contests to help them become better leaders.
Support our Marines Today
If you’d like to give early, donations are already being accepted.

MCA III MEF Professional Leadership Conference
2024-06-03 08:00 - 16:30 UTC | Camp Butler Officers Club, 79-4 Tamagami, Chatan-chō, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa-ken, 904-0106, Japan
Join us for the MCA III MEF Professional Leadership Conference taking place on 3 June at the The Palms.
Dress Code: Uniform of the Day
Session A: 0800-1300
Session B: 1330-1630
*Lunch will be provided
No Cost for Active duty Military

2024 Modern Day Marine Expo
2024-04-30 08:00 - 2024-05-02 14:30 UTC | Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
Modern Day Marine is the largest military equipment, systems, services and technology exposition exclusively targeted to Marines and the Corps. The show floor hosts more than 300 exhibitors displaying the latest warfighting innovations and technology, presentations from influential Marines and DoD personnel, the OBJ1 Wargaming Convention, and more.
Requirements
Modern Day Marine (MDM) is open to Department of Defense active duty and reserve service members and their families, members of the Marine Corps League and/or Marine Corps Association (the MDM Co-Host organizations), Defense Industry affiliated personnel, law enforcement, industry/consultant representatives, and invited international guests. Suppliers, manufacturers, consultants and other non-exhibiting entities may also attend the expo for a $300 registration fee. Attendees must have an “identifiable relationship with the United States Marine Corps.” MDM is not open to the general public. Registration is required for all categories of attendees, and all registrants must provide proof of identity with a government issued photographic ID for badge pick up on show site at the registration desk.
Attire for the Show Floor & Special Events
Civilians
General Expo Attendance – Business Casual
Congressional Breakfast – Business Attire
Allies & Partners Luncheon – Business Attire
Grand Gala & Awards Ceremony – Black Tie
Marines
General Expo Attendance – Service C
Congressional Breakfast – Service C
Allies & Partners Luncheon – Service C
Grand Gala & Awards Ceremony – Evening Dress, Blue Dress A, or Equivalent
Questions?
Jaymie Nielsen, Show Director
jaymie.nielsen@emeraldx.com
980.328.8801

Shores of Tripoli 20 - Virtual Run 2024
2024-04-27
Run, walk, row, or bike 20 kilometers (12.4 miles) in our Shores of Tripoli 20 virtual run on April 27, 2024.
The second line of the Marines’ Hymn, “to the shores of Tripoli,” pays tribute to the Battle of Derna where Marines fought in their first battle abroad against the Babary pirates. The origin of the Marine officers’ “mameluke” sword can be traced back to this battle and the sword 1st Lt Presley O’Bannon received as a gift after the battle.
*Virtual run date begins on April 27. Participants must complete their virtual distance by May 1, 2024
The first 250 registered participants will receive an exclusive race pin with this year’s logo.

MCA Spouse Summit Albany, GA
2024-03-14 11:00 - 14:30 UTC | Merry Acres, 1500 Dawson Rd, Albany, GA, 31707, United States
Connecting Military Spouses with the City of Albany! Register now to showcase your local Albany business at our Business and Employment Expo designed to introduce military spouses on Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany to all that Albany has to offer.
Guest Speaker:
Bárbara Rivera Holmes
President and CEO of the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce
Dress:
Business Casual
Cost:
Free for spouses of Active duty and retired service members
$24.95 for Vendors attending the lunch
Schedule
1100 Arrival and Registration
1130 Lunch and Keynote/Panel
1300 Business and Employment Expo
1430 End of Program

The Run for Marines 10K
2023-11-10
Celebrate the 248th Birthday of the Marine Corps by running, walking, biking, or rowing 10 kilometers on November 10, 2023.
Through our new immersive platform, you will learn information about the Marine Corps along your virtual run.
The first 300 participants to complete the event will receive an exclusive race pin with this year’s logo.
Register Today

2023 MCA Dallas Professional Dinner
2023-10-27 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Union Station Dallas, 400 South Houston Street, Dallas, Texas, 75202
Join the Marine Corps Association as we celebrate the Marines in the Dallas area at our first ever Dallas Professional Dinner for an evening of education, networking, and most importantly, camaraderie.
Guest Speaker:
General James Mattis, USMC (Ret)
26th U.S. Secretary of Defense
Dress:
Business Attire
Online Registration for this event is now closed. If you would still like to attend, please call Sarah Cohen at 703 640 0174.

Schedule

Time
Event

1800
Reception

1900
Dinner & Speaker Remarks

Parking: Guest can park for free in the Reunion Arena – Lot H
525 S Houston St
Dallas, TX 75202
Map and Directions for Parking

MCA would like to express our sincere appreciation to all these companies for their support of this event and our programs:
USAA;
Lockheed Martin & Sikorsky; V2X;
Big “D” Detachment – Marine Corps League;
First Command;
PGL;
Knowledge Management;
GEICO;
Elbit Systems; AT&T;
CACI; Raytheon; Cervello; Leidos; and ADS, Inc.

Neither the Department of Defense nor any of its components
endorse the MCA or this event.

2023 Golf For The Marines tournament
2023-10-23 07:45 - 15:30 UTC | Creighton Farms, 22050 Creighton Farms Drive, Aldie, VA, 20105, United States
We still have a couple of foursomes available.
Don’t miss your opportunity to play on the Jack Nicklaus designed, private golf course located south of Leesburg.
Contact Michele at m.collins@mca-marines.org to secure your spot ($1500/foursome or $2000 for a tee sponsorship).
Foursomes & Tee Sponsorships include 18-holes of golf, breakfast, awards ceremony and post-tournament BBQ lunch.
Check-In: 0745 Breakfast: 0800
Tournament Start: 0900
MCAF would like to express our sincere appreciation to the following companies for their support of the Golf For The Marines tournament:

WWII Pacific Campaign Virtual Runs Series
2023-08-01 - 2023-10-31
Follow a Marine’s journey through the Pacific Campaign during World War II in our new immersive experience with five virtual runs and challenges. You will start in boot camp on Parris Island and go through Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Peleliu and Okinawa.

Sugar Bear Memorial Run 2023
2023-07-22
Join us on July 22, 2023 to honor the memory of LtCol Mario “Sugar Bear” Carazo by completing 10 miles (run, walk, row or bike) through our new immersive platform where you will learn about LtCol Carazo, who made the ultimate sacrifice on July 22, 2010 when his AH-1W Cobra was shot down while supporting Marines engaged in a firefight.
The proceeds from this virtual event will be split between the Marine Corps Association Foundation and the Sugar Bear Foundation, which supports Gold Star families and Surviving Spouses.
The first 300 participants to complete the event will receive an exclusive race pin with this year’s image.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN

MCA M&RA Awards Dinner
2023-07-13 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Hilton Alexandria Mark Center, 5000 Seminary Road, Alexandria, 22311
A celebration of the Marine Corps Manpower, Personnel & Administration Awards Program that provides a formal venue to recognize the professional achievements of their top performers.
If you are interested in attending the Wounded Warrior Leadership Awards Ceremony, which takes place earlier in the evening at the same venue, please contact us at events@mca-marines.org for more information.
Guest Speaker:
General Eric M. Smith
Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps
Dress:
Business Attire
Active duty service members can register online for free and will also receive a 1 year complimentary MCA membership with their registration.
Cost:
$96 for MCA members and $116 for non Members. This includes the cost of parking at the venue.

Schedule

Time
Event

1800
Reception

1900
Dinner & Award Ceremony

MCA would like to express our sincere appreciation to all these companies for their support of this event and our programs:
USAA;
Lockheed Martin & Sikorsky; BAE Systems; V2X; General Dynamics; L3Harris; CACI; Dominion Energy;
Huntington Ingalls Industries; ManTech; MSC; Raytheon; Innovative Reasoning; Oshkosh Defense;
Anglicotech; Booz Allen Hamilton; Cervello Global Corporation; Google Cloud; Leidos; Peraton; Saab; First Command; Rheinmetall; Teledyne FLIR;
AMETEK; AWS; KPMG; Linchpin Solutions; Nammo; WWT;
AAR Corporation; ADS, Inc; Aeyon; Boeing; Catalyst Solutions; GM Defense; Kalman & Co; Knowledge Management; Northrop Grumman; Oracle; Parsons; Rolls-Royce; SAIC; Targeted Approach; Textron; Trillion; VMware;
Blackberry; CASK; Cherokee Federal; Dell; ECS; Elbit Systems of America; FCN Inc; The Hartford; Kymeta; Leonardo DRS; LMI; Significance; SV-CG; ViaSat;
and SteerBridge.

MCAF Giving Day
2023-05-09
On May 9th, members, donors, and friends of the Marine Corps all over the world come together to support our programs to enhance the professional development of Marines. ​
Thousands of Marines will feel the impact of your gifts in a variety of ways including awards at the Corps’ schools, books from the Commandant’s Reading List at no cost to young Marines, battlefield studies to learn tactics and strategies, and writing contests to help them become better leaders.
Donate on Giving Day

The Run for Marines 10K - 2022
2022-11-10
Celebrate the 247th Birthday of the Marine Corps by running, walking, biking, or rowing 10 kilometers on November 10, 2022.
If you would like to track your miles via the “Map My Run” app

1. Go to the App or Google Play Store on your mobile device2. Download the app “Map My Run by Under Armour” (the app icon is blue with a white UA logo and is free)3. Create your account4. Add “Marine Corps Association” as your friend5. Once your friend request has been accepted, you will be invited to “The Run for Marines Challenge.”6. Click on the notification then click on the green “Join Challenge” button
(If you are already friends with the Marine Corps Association on the app, you will receive an invite to “The Run for Marines Challenge” prior to the start of the challenge.)
*PLEASE NOTE: Using the Map My Run app is not required to participate in the Challenge.

Modern Day Marine Expo
2022-05-10 08:00 - 2022-05-12 17:00 UTC
