Designated Flag Bearers Only
Before the Adelphean Processional, all designated Flag Bearers should attend this brief assembly to receive instructions, review procession details, and prepare for their important role in this cherished Grand Convention tradition.

The Alpha Delta Pi Foundation display is your spot for all things Violets For My Sisters! Be sure to stop by to pick up your violets, make a gift to a sister, and learn more about how the Foundation supports our sisterhood. 

All attendees who want to participate in the Processional will process with the district in which they serve or, if not a volunteer, with the district in which they were initiated. 

Join sisters from across Alpha Delta Pi as we officially open the 175th Anniversary Grand Convention. This special session will celebrate our rich history, honor members celebrating their 10-year and 25-year anniversaries, and set the stage for an unforgettable week of sisterhood, learning, and celebration.

Help us capture this historic moment! Gather with your sisters for the official 175th Anniversary Grand Convention photograph and be part of a lasting keepsake commemorating this milestone celebration.

Our vendors - Revela, Upper Crust Food Service, Greek House Chefs, and Raegan Ford Designs - will be on-site to say hello and share how they can partner with you!

First 100 customers receive a slim can Koozie, with purchase. Limit 1 per customer.

175th Merchandise Available

Come shake your pom-poms for all that our collegians and chapters have accomplished this biennium. Individual collegiate award winners will be announced.

Luncheon is available for all registered full time attendees. 

Browse exclusive Alpha Delta Pi jewelry, badges, graduation regalia, and keepsakes with Herff Jones. Whether you're commemorating a milestone or looking for the perfect ADPi piece, be sure to stop by and explore their offerings.

Add a personalized touch to your Grand Convention experience! Stop by Sisterhood Stitches to customize your convention tote bag with complimentary embroidery. Choose from a variety of designs and create a keepsake that's uniquely yours!

All voting delegates are required to attend all Business Meetings. Non-voting convention attendees are welcome to attend.

Voting on Grand Council candidates and proposed bylaw amendments begins

Exclusive ADPi Founders enamel pins released at the close of the business meeting (ETA 5 p.m.). Two pins will be released per day, one of each founder per customer. Only 100 available. Octavia and Sophronia pins available to shop.

Explore the history of the sisterhood in this interactive experience.

Funded by the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation

This year’s individual alumnae award recipients, alumnae who have contributed to the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation during the 2025-2026 giving year as a member of the Eugenia Tucker Fitzgerald Club ($1000 or more), as well as members of the Wesleyan Society, Giving Circle, and Summit Society, are invited to attend. If you are an individual alumnae award winner this year or Foundation donor at this level and did not receive an invitation in advance, please inquire at the Foundation Display.

By invitation only.

Thank you to our Reception sponsors: Foundation Trustee Bonnie Yamaoka, Alpha Psi-Southern California, Fraternal Law Partners

Let’s celebrate the achievements of our alumnae and sing the “Old Timers’ Song” to find out who has attended the most Grand Conventions! We will also celebrate members’ fifty- and sixty-year anniversaries.

Dinner available for all registered full time attendees. 

Celebrate Alpha Delta Pi's remarkable legacy with the release of 175 Years of Sisters. Pick up your pre-ordered copy following Thursday evening's dinner. Didn't place a pre-order? A limited number of books will be available for purchase while supplies last.

Last chance! If you'd like your convention tote bag embroidered, be sure to drop it off before the final collection time. Bags submitted after this deadline cannot be guaranteed for customization.

Join Rebecca Gentry (a certified Pilates instructor on the side) for an early morning stretch to reset, restore, energize and connect with sisters. Wear comfortable clothes and bring water and a towel or mat. Stretching will be suitable for all ages and flexibility levels. Namaste, sisters!

The Alpha Delta Pi Foundation display is your spot for all things Violets For My Sisters! Be sure to stop by to pick up your violets, make a gift to a sister, and learn more about how the Foundation supports our sisterhood. 

Join us as we honor and remember the sisters we have lost since our last Grand Convention. Through reflection and remembrance, we celebrate their lives, their contributions to Alpha Delta Pi, and the lasting impact they have had on our sisterhood.

Celebrate our individual alumnae award winners during this brunch! 

Brunch is available for all registered full time attendees. 

Caucuses will begin immediately following the conclusion of the Alumnae Celebration Brunch. Alumnae delegates and attendees should attend the district in which they reside. Collegiate delegates should attend where their chapter is located.

Caucuses will begin immediately following the conclusion of the Alumnae Celebration Brunch. Alumnae delegates and attendees should attend the district in which they reside. Collegiate delegates should attend where their chapter is located.

Caucuses will begin immediately following the conclusion of the Alumnae Celebration Brunch. Alumnae delegates and attendees should attend the district in which they reside. Collegiate delegates should attend where their chapter is located.

Caucuses will begin immediately following the conclusion of the Alumnae Celebration Brunch. Alumnae delegates and attendees should attend the district in which they reside. Collegiate delegates should attend where their chapter is located.

Relax, unwind, and enjoy some sunshine with your sisters! Following the Nominating Caucuses, the Springs Pool is reserved exclusively for Alpha Delta Pi Convention attendees. Take a break, make new connections, and soak up the Palm Desert sun.

Meet the members of the current Grand Council and have your copy of 175 Years of Sisters signed. Stop by to celebrate this milestone publication, connect with leadership, and commemorate the 175th Anniversary Grand Convention with a personalized keepsake.

Looking for a special Alpha Delta Pi keepsake? A limited selection of refurbished badges will be available for purchase during Grand Convention. Stop by to browse the collection and find the perfect badge while supplies last.

Explore the history of the sisterhood in this interactive experience.

Funded by the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation

First 100 customers recieve sunglasses, with purchase. Limit 1 per customer.

Available to those who pre-registered.

Your personalized tote bag is ready! Be sure to stop by and pick up your embroidered tote before the final pickup time. Any unclaimed items will be available for pickup at the registration counter.

Elizabeth and Ella pins available to shop.

Location will be shared directly with these individuals.

Advance registration required.

A member of Grand Council and the Alumnae Relations Directors will confer Jewel Degree upon eligible alumnae. Other alumnae may attend to observe the ceremony.

Location will be shared directly with these individuals

Join actress, author, and mathematician Danica McKellar for an inspiring keynote experience. Danica will share stories from her personal and professional journey, including how Alpha Delta Pi has influenced her career and helped shape her path. This keynote is generously funded by the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation.

Eugenia and Mary pins available to shop.

All attendees are invited to learn about one of the youngest parts of the 175-year legacy of Alpha Delta Pi. Started in 1983, the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation’s mission is to Educate. Lead. and Serve. Celebrate the lasting impact made possible through the passion, generosity, and dedication of our loyal donors and friends.

Lunch available for all full time registered attendees.

Bring your needlepoint, embroidery, cross-stitch, knitting, crochet, or other creative project and enjoy an afternoon of crafting and conversation. Connect with fellow makers, share inspiration, and spend time stitching alongside sisters from across Alpha Delta Pi.

Calling all book lovers! Join fellow sisters for a relaxed book club meetup where you can connect over great reads, share recommendations, and enjoy meaningful conversation. Whether you're an avid reader or simply looking to make new connections, all are welcome.

Ready to rack, stack, and connect? Join fellow sisters for a fun and casual Mahjong meetup. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this is a great opportunity to enjoy friendly competition, learn from others, and make new connections.

Feel free to bring your own tiles as we join in on the fun with sisters!

Shop all clothing and bags for 20% for a limited time only! 

Raise a glass to 175 years of sisterhood! Join fellow attendees for a social hour featuring refreshing mocktails and a cash bar for those of U.S. legal drinking age. It's the perfect opportunity to reconnect with old friends, make new connections, and celebrate together.

Grand Convention will conclude with an evening celebrating the very best of Alpha Delta Pi. Join us as we recognize outstanding achievements, announce the Golden Lion Award recipients, and install the 2026-2028 Grand Council.

Dinner is included for all registered full-time attendees and registered guests.

Gather with sisters for an unforgettable evening of connection, celebration, and fun under the desert sky. Enjoy refreshments, meaningful conversations, lively entertainment, and a few surprises as we celebrate 175 years of Alpha Delta Pi sisterhood together.

Proceeds from the sale go to fund The 1851 Shop Endowment through the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation.