Department of Washington VFW
106th Annual Convention
June 17–21, 2026 | Wenatchee, Washington
Join the Department of Washington VFW in Wenatchee for convention business, officer reports,
elections, training, fellowship, banquet seating, and a full weekend of engagement.
Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel & Convention
201 N Wenatchee Ave
Wenatchee, WA 98801
Hotel Alert
Official Hotel Blocks Are Sold Out
Both the Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel and Holiday Inn Express Wenatchee room blocks are sold out. Please make alternate lodging arrangements now.
View Hotel Notice
Banquet Alert
Banquet Tickets Are Going Fast
Over 200 banquet tickets have already been sold. Reserve your seat before remaining tickets are gone.
Reserve Banquet Seat
Convention Overview
Everything in One Place
This page brings together the key information for the 106th Annual Convention,
including delegate registration, banquet seating, hotel booking, attendee links,
agenda details, sponsorship notes, and full delegate strength by Post.
Use the jump navigation above to move quickly between sections. Delegate information,
banquet seating, and hotel booking remain separate actions and should each be completed
using their own links.
At a Glance
Quick Notes
Separate booking steps apply
- Delegate registration has two required steps
- Hotel booking is separate from all convention registration
- The Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel room block is sold out
- The Holiday Inn Express Wenatchee room block is also sold out
- Banquet tickets are going fast and seating must be selected at the time of booking
- Delegate strength is shown below by district and Post
- Tentative agenda remains subject to change
Plan now: both official hotel room blocks are sold out.
Complete delegate items first, make alternate lodging arrangements if needed, and reserve banquet seating before remaining tickets are gone.
Official Convention App
Download the Department Convention App
The Department of Washington VFW Convention app will help attendees stay connected before and during Convention.
Use the app to view the agenda, see sponsors, use the attendee chat, receive push notifications, and follow real-time event updates as Convention activities are happening.
- Agenda and session details
- Sponsor information
- Attendee chat function
- Push notifications and real-time event updates
How to Access
- Tap the app link below from your mobile device, or download Spaces by Wix from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
- Open the Spaces by Wix app.
- Enter the access code shown below.
O4TWNB
Allow push notifications so you receive important updates and real-time event notices during Convention.
Delegate Process & Registration
Two-Step Delegate Registration
Voting Eligibility Required
Step 1
Post completes Delegate Fees & Notification
Completed by the Post for elected delegates and authorized participants.
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Step 2
Delegate completes Credential Registration
Completed by the individual delegate after Department approval.
Posts complete Step 1. Individual delegates complete Step 2.
Step 1 – Post Payment & Delegate Notification to Department
- $6 per authorized delegate
- $6 for the Post Commander
- Fees required even if a delegate does not attend
Step 2 – Individual Delegate Credential Registration
If Step 2 is submitted before Step 1 is completed and approved, the registration will be cancelled.
If a person is not listed as an elected delegate in Step 1, that registration will be rejected.
Banquet Information
Convention Banquet
Banquet tickets are selling fast.
Reserve your seat now while tickets remain available.
Join us for the Banquet at the 106th Annual VFW Department of Washington Convention in Wenatchee.
This evening brings comrades, leadership, and guests together to recognize the year’s work
and spend time with those who continue to carry the mission forward.
Your ticket reserves your seat for a full buffet-style dinner.
Table selection is final.
You must select your table at the time of booking. No changes can be made.
Seats are limited and moving quickly.
Additional seats may be released up to one week prior to the event based on availability, but that is not guaranteed.
Reserve your seat now and plan to be part of the evening.
Delegate Strength by Post
Delegate Strength by District
As of March 31, 2026 in accordance with Section 222 of the National Bylaws.
District 1
9 Posts1286 Total Members48 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 1 |
921 |
125 |
5 |
| 1 |
1040 |
140 |
5 |
| 1 |
1561 |
78 |
3 |
| 1 |
2100 |
541 |
19 |
| 1 |
2554 |
35 |
2 |
| 1 |
7511 |
121 |
4 |
| 1 |
8870 |
139 |
5 |
| 1 |
9417 |
65 |
3 |
| 1 |
12228 |
42 |
2 |
District 2
6 Posts437 Total Members18 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 2 |
2289 |
97 |
4 |
| 2 |
2713 |
40 |
2 |
| 2 |
2826 |
26 |
1 |
| 2 |
3063 |
161 |
6 |
| 2 |
3348 |
65 |
3 |
| 2 |
4314 |
48 |
2 |
District 3
11 Posts3115 Total Members109 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 3 |
91 |
248 |
9 |
| 3 |
969 |
682 |
23 |
| 3 |
1414 |
38 |
2 |
| 3 |
2224 |
1258 |
42 |
| 3 |
2329 |
160 |
6 |
| 3 |
3070 |
46 |
2 |
| 3 |
5580 |
201 |
7 |
| 3 |
9079 |
74 |
3 |
| 3 |
10018 |
285 |
10 |
| 3 |
11401 |
74 |
3 |
| 3 |
12170 |
49 |
2 |
District 4
9 Posts1975 Total Members71 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 4 |
239 |
654 |
22 |
| 4 |
1854 |
97 |
4 |
| 4 |
2463 |
93 |
4 |
| 4 |
2669 |
616 |
21 |
| 4 |
3213 |
37 |
2 |
| 4 |
4760 |
245 |
9 |
| 4 |
4992 |
132 |
5 |
| 4 |
6787 |
40 |
2 |
| 4 |
7498 |
61 |
2 |
District 5
10 Posts1965 Total Members68 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 5 |
224 |
147 |
5 |
| 5 |
318 |
746 |
25 |
| 5 |
1135 |
107 |
4 |
| 5 |
1694 |
144 |
5 |
| 5 |
1948 |
96 |
4 |
| 5 |
2455 |
176 |
6 |
| 5 |
5564 |
60 |
2 |
| 5 |
5878 |
156 |
5 |
| 5 |
8956 |
196 |
7 |
| 5 |
11402 |
137 |
5 |
District 6
5 Posts1202 Total Members42 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 6 |
1927 |
83 |
3 |
| 6 |
4278 |
252 |
9 |
| 6 |
7824 |
732 |
24 |
| 6 |
10435 |
71 |
3 |
| 6 |
12028 |
64 |
3 |
District 7
6 Posts525 Total Members21 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 7 |
24 |
108 |
4 |
| 7 |
683 |
68 |
4 |
| 7 |
1373 |
58 |
2 |
| 7 |
3617 |
190 |
7 |
| 7 |
6853 |
76 |
3 |
| 7 |
7395 |
25 |
1 |
District 9
12 Posts2222 Total Members76 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 9 |
51 |
417 |
14 |
| 9 |
1435 |
584 |
18 |
| 9 |
1443 |
133 |
5 |
| 9 |
1474 |
208 |
7 |
| 9 |
2047 |
78 |
3 |
| 9 |
3067 |
155 |
5 |
| 9 |
3386 |
344 |
12 |
| 9 |
5673 |
23 |
1 |
| 9 |
5924 |
86 |
3 |
| 9 |
6963 |
79 |
3 |
| 9 |
10711 |
65 |
3 |
| 9 |
11326 |
50 |
2 |
District 11
10 Posts2298 Total Members81 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 11 |
1263 |
357 |
12 |
| 11 |
1741 |
165 |
6 |
| 11 |
1949 |
189 |
7 |
| 11 |
2886 |
116 |
4 |
| 11 |
2995 |
691 |
24 |
| 11 |
3436 |
111 |
4 |
| 11 |
5052 |
98 |
4 |
| 11 |
5760 |
157 |
6 |
| 11 |
6785 |
146 |
5 |
| 11 |
9430 |
268 |
9 |
District 15
6 Posts1611 Total Members57 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 15 |
1585 |
253 |
9 |
| 15 |
5056 |
115 |
4 |
| 15 |
7392 |
1020 |
34 |
| 15 |
9301 |
96 |
4 |
| 15 |
9474 |
62 |
3 |
| 15 |
12220 |
65 |
3 |
District 16
6 Posts524 Total Members21 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 16 |
1045 |
163 |
6 |
| 16 |
2200 |
95 |
4 |
| 16 |
3721 |
57 |
2 |
| 16 |
5297 |
56 |
2 |
| 16 |
5439 |
64 |
3 |
| 16 |
10882 |
89 |
4 |
District 17
8 Posts1556 Total Members54 Delegates
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| District |
Post |
Total Members |
Delegates |
| 17 |
379 |
643 |
22 |
| 17 |
992 |
227 |
8 |
| 17 |
3207 |
112 |
4 |
| 17 |
3482 |
86 |
3 |
| 17 |
5785 |
134 |
5 |
| 17 |
7952 |
294 |
10 |
| 17 |
8889 |
30 |
1 |
| 17 |
12018 |
30 |
1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Why are there two separate registrations?
Step 1 establishes voting eligibility at the Post level.
Step 2 issues official delegate credentials at the individual level.
What happens if Step 2 is completed before Step 1?
The registration will be cancelled. Step 1 must be received and approved first.
What if someone completes Step 2 but was not elected?
The registration will be rejected. Delegates must be elected and listed in Step 1.
How do delegates receive the Step 2 link?
After Step 1 is completed and the delegate list is approved, the Department will email
each elected delegate the credential registration link.
Do I need to book the hotel separately?
Yes. Hotel reservations are separate from delegate registration, banquet reservations,
and any convention attendance fees. The Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel room block is sold out, and the Holiday Inn Express Wenatchee room block is also sold out.
The Department sends the credential registration link directly to each elected delegate
after the delegate list is approved. Delegates should use that email link to complete Step 2.
Convention Location & Hotel
Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel & Convention
Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel & Convention
201 N Wenatchee Ave
Wenatchee, WA 98801
This year’s convention is centered in downtown Wenatchee, with the hotel and convention
facilities connected for easy access to sessions, registration, meetings, and social events.
Hotel Booking Update
Both official convention room blocks are sold out. This includes the Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel and Holiday Inn Express Wenatchee.
Action needed: book alternate lodging now.
The convention remains at the Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel & Convention. If you still need a room, please secure lodging outside the official room blocks.
Good to know before arrival
Hotel booking, directions, parking, and attendee planning tools are all separate from delegate registration.
- The Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel room block is sold out
- Holiday Inn Express Wenatchee room block is sold out
- The Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel remains the convention location
- Review directions and parking before arrival
- Use the center map to plan where you need to go
- Check local dining and activity options in Wenatchee
Attendee Planning
Wenatchee Convention Center Information for Attendees
Need help planning your arrival and stay? The Wenatchee Convention Center attendee page includes
practical convention information and local planning resources.
Directions, Parking, Center Map & Things to Do
Review attendee details for getting to the venue, parking options, center layout,
and local Wenatchee activities.
Open Attendee Information
Hotel Room Blocks
The Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel room block is sold out. The Holiday Inn Express Wenatchee room block is also sold out.
Both official hotel room blocks are sold out.
Please make alternate lodging arrangements now if you still need a room.
Attendee information and hotel reservations are being provided here for convenience
so members, delegates, and guests can plan ahead in one place.
Convention Agenda
2026 Tentative Convention Schedule
Tentative Agenda — Subject to Change
Times, rooms, and events may be adjusted based on convention needs.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 Arrival Day
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Noon – 3:00 PM
Arrival of Department line officers
Set up Office and training rooms
4:00 PM
Council of Administration (Fuji 1-2)
Evening
Dinner (On your own)
Thursday, June 18, 2026 Opening Day
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8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Registration (Red Lobby)
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Delegates Check in and Pick Up (Red Delicious East)
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Delegates Check in and Pick Up (Red Delicious East)
All Weekend
Patriotic Art (Gala 1)
All Weekend
Buddy Poppy Display (Gala 2)
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Opening of Joint Session (Orchard South)
Committee Breakout Meetings
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Service Division – Committee Meeting (Red Delicious West)
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
CSR Reporting/Dashboard – Becki/Drew (Orchard South)
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Bylaws/Resolutions – Committee Meeting (Gala 3-4)
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Combating Stigma – WDVA (Fuji 1-2) Open to all
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
New Post/District Commanders meeting (Orchard South)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Post Benefits Advisor Training – Gabe Leach (Golden Delicious)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Time and Place – Committee Meeting (Red Delicious West)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Q&A Membership – Steve Woodward (Gala 3-4)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
LEARN Suicide Prevention Training – WDVA (Fuji 1-2) Open to all
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Gambling Commission Training – WSGC (Fuji 3-4) Open to all
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch (On your own)
1:00 PM
Convention Business Session (Orchard South)
3:00 PM
Memorial Service Practice for Dept/District officers (Orchard South)
4:00 PM
Joint Memorial Service – Chaplain
5:00 PM
Dinner (On your own)
7:00 PM
National Rep (Post & Aux) Meet and Greet (Hospitality Room)
Friday, June 19, 2026 Convention Business
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8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Registration (Red Lobby)
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Delegates Check in and Pick Up (Red Delicious East)
9:00 AM
Convention Business Reconvenes (Orchard South)
12:00 PM
Lunch (on your own)
1:00 PM
Convention Business Reconvenes (Orchard South)
Evening
Banquet
5:30 PM
No Host Social Hour – (Orchard)
6:00 PM
Awards Banquet – Banquet Dress is Business Attire – No Covers
Saturday, June 20, 2026 Installation Day
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7:00 AM
Past Commanders Breakfast (Contact QM)
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Registration (Red Lobby)
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Delegates Check in and Pick Up (Red Delicious East)
9:00 AM
Convention Business Reconvenes (Orchard South)
12:00 PM
Adjourn until Installation of Officers
1:00 PM
Joint Practice for Installation of Officers
2:00 PM
Joint Installation of Officers (Business Attire)
Immediately Following
2026-2027 Council of Administration
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
2026-2027 Commander & President Reception
Additional Reservations & Fees
Additional Reservations & Fees
Hotel Reservation
Both the Coast Wenatchee Center Hotel room block and Holiday Inn Express Wenatchee room block are sold out.
Please make alternate lodging arrangements if you still need a room.
Banquet Reservation
Use the banquet reservation link above to reserve your seat and select your table.
Table selection must be made at booking and cannot be changed.
Convention Attendance Fee
Attendance fee link is coming soon. Cash upon arrival will also be available as in years past.
