2026 National Lawyers Convention

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CELEBRATING 250 YEARS OF

AMERICAN EXCEPTIONALISM

Thursday, November 12 - Saturday, November 14

The Mayflower Hotel

1127 Connecticut Ave., NW

Washington, District of Columbia 20036

Join the Federalist Society for the 2026 National Lawyers Convention, a three-day experience featuring a new schedule, engaging programming, and many of the Convention traditions our attendees know and love.

This year’s Convention, themed “250 Years of American Exceptionalism,” will explore the ideas, institutions, and principles that have shaped our republic. The program will feature thought-provoking panels, fireside chats, the Bork Memorial Lecture, the Rosenkranz Debate, the Twenty-Fifth Annual Olson Memorial Lecture, and the 2026 Antonin Scalia Memorial Dinner.

The Convention will be held at the historic Mayflower Hotel, with the Antonin Scalia Memorial Dinner at the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC. Join us in Washington for conversation, debate, and fellowship.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Members: September 1

Registration opens Tuesday, September 1 to all active Federalist Society members.

Non-Members: September 30 

Registration will open to non-members on Wednesday, September 30.

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2026 ANTONIN SCALIA MEMORIAL DINNER

Thursday, November 12

Join us for the 2026 Antonin Scalia Memorial Dinner as we honor Justice Scalia’s legacy and the enduring pledge of our Founders: "Our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor."

The Marriott Marquis Washington, DC
901 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20001

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LODGING

The room block at the Mayflower Hotel is SOLD OUT. Contact the Mayflower directly to inquire about additional availability.

We have secured another hotel block at the Tempo by Hilton Hotel, located just downt the street. To reserve at room at the Tempo: 

To reserve by phone call: 1-888-236-2427 or 202-347-3000. Inquire about the special rate of $274 per night offered to Federalist Society Convention registrants. Specify "Federalist Society" when contacting The Mayflower by phone. Cutoff Date: October 19, unless rooms sell out sooner.

Tempo by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
1776 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20006

CONVENTION FEES

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*The All-Inclusive Package includes all three days of sessions, CLE, the 25th Annual Barbara K. Olson Memorial Lecture and Reception, and the 2026 Antonin Scalia Memorial Dinner. CLE materials will be available electronically. A hardcopy of materials can be provided upon request after the Convention, make sure to request CLE Materials in hardcopy form on the CLE sign-in form during the Convention.

**Single day tickets includes that day’s sessions, CLE, and lunch. It does not include the 2026 Antonin Scalia Memorial Dinner. CLE materials will be available electronically. A hardcopy of materials can be provided upon request after the Convention, make sure to request CLE Materials in hardcopy form on the CLE sign-in form during the Convention.

CANCELLATION FEE OF $100 AFTER THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15.
NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN AFTER MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9.

 The National Lawyers Convention is now sold out.
Waitlists are now enabled and you may add yourself to any of the waitlists on the pre-registration page.

Check back periodically for more information. We can't wait to see you!