Department Convention
July 17-19, 2026
All meetings will be held at the Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport and Conference Center. Ask for The American Legion rate when making reservations.
Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport and Conference Center
6111 Fleur Dr.
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 287-2400
Hotel Rate: $105.00 + tax
Conference Registration Fee: $20.00
Department Convention Schedule
Color Guard Competition
The Color Guard Competition has been simplified. There is now only one category of competition – Posting & Retrieving of Colors.
Color Guard Entry Form
Color Guard Rules
Judges’ Scoring Sheet