The Spaatz Association's 2026 Midwinter Awards Gala

The Spaatz Association's 2026 Midwinter Awards Gala
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall in Arlington, VA

February 27, 2026 1800-2200 Eastern
Everyone Welcome to Attend!!!

This Gala and Awards dinner is not just for Spaatz Recipients
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 15 FEB at 2359 CENTRAL

Gala Pricing (Steak an additional $10.00)
- Earlybird Registration: $105
  - 1 Dec to 31 Dec
- Regular Registration: $120
  - 1 Jan to 31 Jan
- Late Registration: $140
  - 1 Feb to 15 Feb (2359 CENTRAL)
1700: Shuttle service onto Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall will begin

1730: The Cocktail Reception will begin receiving guests

1830: The Banquet Hall doors open for reserved seating:

Guest Speaker, Special Appearances, National Command Team, those purchasing entire tables (8 or more), and others as notified by TSA event staff.

1845: The Banquet Hall doors open for open seating

1900: The Banquet Commences

Uniform of the Day:

Mess Dress, Service Dress, Civilian or Corporate Equivalent. Cadets may wear any blues uniform combination. Cadet Semiformal, Service dress or long sleeve with tie preferred.

No ABUs, flight suits, polos or other utility uniforms
Related Links:
ID Card Order form
Life Membership Order form
Custom Creations (coins/tie tacs) Order form

Transportation and Base Access
There will be a shuttle service available since this event will take place on an active Army installation, you must complete a separate information form. You will receive this form after your paid registration.

You will receive your bus pass at the Marriott on the day of the Gala. If you need other arrangements, you must contact Events@Spaatz.Org NO LATER THAN February 10th.
Base Access*

I have my own military / government credentials.I am over 18 and acknowledge that I must submit my base access information on the form I will be provided after registration, or both my registration and associated fees will be forfeit.I will be under 18 on the date of the Gala (February 27, 2026). I acknowledge that I must submit my base access information on the form I will be provided after registration, or both my registration and associated fees will be forfeit.
I acknowledge that I must submit my base access information or my registration and associated fees will be forfeit.*
This form must also be completed by those with their own military credentials; however, you will be able to simply check that you have your own access.

Single or Multiple Registrations
Every registrant requires their own submission. So if you are bringing a guest, you each need to complete a separate form.
Are you paying for three or more people?*
If paying for one or two guests, each person must pay and register separately.
Every registrant requires its own submission. So if you are bringing a guest, you each need to complete a separate form.

If you need to register a large group or multiple reservations need to be on the same financial transaction (minimum of 3 or more), please use this link or contact Events@Spaatz.Org directly for instructions. Each person will still need to complete a separate reservation/registration, but you will be given a "coupon code" to provide them to cover the cost at checkout.

Attendee Information
Salutation (Grade, Title, Mr/Mrs/Ms)*
Name (of person attending)*

First NameLast Name
Preferred First Name
EX: Chris instead of Christopher. Will be used in introductions, etc. (if applicable)
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Home Region *
GROUP ID: If you are part of a group that ordered 10 or more tickets together using the group order form, enter the group name provided to you by your group coordinator. This is different than the "COUPON CODE" which will be entered during meal selection. *
Home Wing*

Distinguished Visitor Status
If you are a DV (Sitting Region Commander, 0-7 and above, Senior Leadership Advisor, or civilian equivalency, would you rather sit at a DV table or like the opportunity to sit with general membership?*

Region Commanders,Wing Commanders, and National Staff...
- Region Commanders, Wing Commanders, and National Staff:
  - We are happy to allow certain awards to be presented this year. If you have any of the following that you would like to give out at the ceremony, please indicate those here.
  - Awards will be presented as time allows, starting with the Silver Medal of Valor. You will be notified before the event which awards you will be able to present.
  - If you approve an award after your register, email Events@Spaatz.Org ASAP to get it on the agenda.
Awards Presentations*
Awards to Present*

Silver Medal of ValorBronze Medal of ValorGill Robb WilsonDistinguished Service MedalExceptional Service AwardCertificate of Life Saving50 year longevity deviceOther
Awards Comments

Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall in Arlington, VA

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