2026 Veterans Day Naval Mess Dinner

Join us for the 2026 Veterans Day Naval Mess Dinner, an evening dedicated to honoring the service, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of our veterans. Rooted in the proud traditions of the Naval Officers' Mess, this distinguished black-tie event brings together veterans, first responders, and members of the community for an unforgettable evening of ceremony, camaraderie, and gratitude. Through time-honored military traditions, fellowship, and remembrance, we celebrate those who have served. For $75.00 per ticket, your evening includes: Cocktails A chef-prepared three-course silver service dinner Traditional Loyal Toasts accompanied by wines and port Time-honored Naval Mess customs and ceremonies Distinguished guest speakers An invocation by a chaplain A ceremonial sunset observance Presentation of the Navy JROTC Color Guard Silent auction Music and dancing BUY YOUR TICKET. HOST A VETERAN. HONOR THEIR SERVICE. The heart of this event is ensuring that every veteran who wishes to attend can do so free of charge. When you purchase your dinner ticket, we ask you to consider purchasing an additional ticket for a veteran. Your sponsorship will directly provide a complimentary evening for a veteran, our honored guests. If each paid attendee hosts just one veteran, together we can ensure that every veteran who accepts our invitation is welcomed with the dignity, gratitude, and respect they have earned. If you are a veteran wishing to attend (at no cost to you), please reach out to Wayne Carney at (361) 557-5519 or Amanda Boudreaux at ‭(361) 633-1158‬ to receive your ticket. ADDITIONAL DONATIONS AND SPONSORSHIPS Event and silent auction sponsorships or donations are ways to help make this not-for-profit annual celebration possible. All donors play an essential role in ensuring veterans can attend at no cost while helping establish this event as one of the region's premier Veterans Day traditions. ATTIRE: This is a Black Tie event, and the formal dress code will be observed: Civilian Guests: Black Tie / Formal Evening Attire Military Personnel: Mess Dress (Mess Kit) or equivalent formal military attire First Responders: Class A Dress Uniform We appreciate your participation in maintaining the dignity, tradition, and spirit of this special evening. For any sponsorship or event questions or comments, contact Wayne Carney at (361) 557-5519 or Amanda Boudreaux at ‭(361) 633-1158‬.