Event Details
66th Annual All Academies Ball
Please join us for a distinguished evening honoring the cadets and midshipmen of our nation’s five federal service academies and celebrating the families, alumni, and community members who support them.
Event Date & Location:
Wednesday, December 30, 2026
Missouri Athletic Club
St. Louis, Missouri
Evening Schedule:
Cocktail Reception
4:30 p.m.
Dinner and Formal Program
6:00 p.m.
Dancing and Celebration
8:00–11:00 p.m.
Attire:
The All Academies Ball is a formal military tradition. Cadets and midshipmen are requested to wear the formal evening uniform designated by their academy. Military guests should wear the appropriate formal military uniform.
To complement the formality of the evening, civilian gentlemen are asked to wear a tuxedo or formal dark suit with a tie. Civilian ladies are asked to wear a floor-length gown or formal evening attire.
We look forward to honoring our future military leaders during this elegant evening of tradition and celebration.
Dinner & Seating:
Dinner will be served during the formal program, and assigned seating will be provided for all guests.
If you would like to be seated with a particular academy, family, or group, please include your request when purchasing your tickets. We will make every effort to accommodate seating requests, although specific arrangements cannot be guaranteed.
Information regarding meal selections and dietary needs will be included during ticket registration.
Honoring All Five Service Academies:
The All Academies Ball proudly recognizes cadets and midshipmen representing:
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United States Military Academy
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United States Naval Academy
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United States Air Force Academy
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United States Coast Guard Academy
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United States Merchant Marine Academy
Additional Information:
Complete venue information, nearby accommodations, parking details, and ticket information can be found on the corresponding pages of our website.
We look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable evening celebrating service, leadership, tradition, and the remarkable young men and women preparing to serve our nation.