Welcome to Chicago!
161th Grand Lodge Convention
July 5 - July 8, 2026
State Conventions & Reunions Chairperson
Tammy Nixon
Lorain Lodge #1301
Ohio Elks Association Grand Lodge Hotel
Ohio will be housed in the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place.
Room rates $169.00/night plus tax
Self-parking $40.00 per day/Valet $60
Below are links to download the hotel registration form.
DEADLINE TO RESERVE A ROOM IS MAY 22, 2026
Any reservation requests after May 22, 2026 are subject to the full (non-discounted) room rate.
Memorial Anniversary Ticket Raffle
At the 2026 Elks National Convention, a special ceremony will be held to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Elks National Memorial building. Join us on the morning of Saturday, July 4 to celebrate this landmark and everything it means to the Order.
Elks wishing to attend the anniversary ceremony must enter the online-only ticket lottery, available through March 15, 2026.
Important ceremony details to know before you enter the lottery:
One entry per Elk.
Phone entries cannot be accepted.
Selected Elks will be notified via email on March 31, 2026. Notification will be sent to the same email address used to enter the lottery.
Lottery winners will receive two ceremony tickets and bus transportation from Convention hotels to the event.
To purchase, each member must complete the Elks National Convention online pre-registration ($70/member).
This one-hour ceremony will take place outdoors, rain or shine, attendees should expect to be seated in the sun for the duration of the event.
Seating areas will be accessed by stairs, ramps or uneven grass.
Attendees will need their Elks National Convention credentials for entry. Credentials and tickets must be picked up at the McCormick Place - West Building on Friday, July 3.
This once-in-a-lifetime celebration is expected to draw interest from across the country—don't delay your entry. Full details and the lottery link are available at: elks.org/memorial/Anniversary.cfm.
Don't miss your chance to witness history!
Discounts on Flights, Rental Cars, Scooter Rentals and More!
Transportation
Company:AVIS:Code:D529399
When calling Avis at 1 (800) 331-1600 to make reservations, attendees should provide our reservation agents with this Avis Worldwide Discount or AWD number to ensure they receive the best available car rental rates.
The AWD will be effective from seven days prior to the event until seven days after the event.
Below is a hyperlink to Avis.com that can be placed on your web site. When this customized web page link is used, your AWD number will automatically be placed in the reservation detail.
Company:Budget:Code:R198106
For Reservations call the Budget Desk at 1-800-455-2848. Special rates are guaranteed and available from one week before, through one week after the meeting dates, subject to car availability. Standard rental conditions and qualifications apply, including minimum rental age. Check with your Budget representative for further details.
Airlines
Company:Delta:Code:NY4FQ
Delta Air Lines is offering discounts. Discounts vary depending on the cabin and available airfare level. Valid discount travel dates June 22 – July 16, 2026. Take additional benefit of gaining Delta Sky Mile frequent flyer bonus miles. The applicable discount will automatically apply – convenient and fast. Be sure to have your Delta Sky Miles Frequent Flyer number handy so you can store it while you are making your reservation to get the bonus frequent flyer miles too. Or call Delta Meeting Network Reservations at 800-328-2216 and give them the Meeting Code.
Company:Southwest:Code:99219886
Beginning on December 3, 2025, B.P.O. Elks National Convention attendees will receive a discount on airfare and bonus Rapid Rewards points from Southwest Airlines through our SWABIZ® account when traveling to and from Chicago Midway (MDW) or Chicago O’Hare (ORD). Purchase your tickets before June 27, 2026, to take advantage of the qualifying discounted fares. Book your flights to leave as early as June 27, 2026, and return no later than July 11, 2026.
Company:United:Code:ZRZ4131793
You may book online at www.united.com under the all search options and enter your Offer Code ZRZ4131793 in the Offer Code box when searching for flights. Valid discount travel dates June 26 – July 14, 2026. If booking through a travel professional or United Meetings at 800-426-1122, please give them the following information Z Code # ZRZ Agreement Code 4131793. Outside of the United States, please call your local United Airlines Reservation Office. Experience dependable, first-rate service and earn miles in MileagePlus®, United’s award-winning frequent flyer program. To enroll in MileagePlus®, log on to www.united.com
Accessibility
Company:Midwest Mobility Scooter Rental:Code:ElksConvention
The elks will receive a 10% percent discount on mobility scooter rentals and delivery on all mobility equipment rentals booked prior to June 15th, 2026.
For reservations, contact Midwest Mobility Scooter Rentals at (847) 604-3444, email us at info@midwestmobility.net
Company:Mobility City of Chicago IL:Code:
The elks will receive a discount on mobility scooter rentals and delivery on all mobility equipment rentals booked prior to June 15th, 2026.
For reservations, contact Mobility City of Chicago IL Scooter Rentals at (872) 275-4892, email: chicagoil@mobilitycity.com or use the link below to book your scooter needs.