138th VFDA Annual Convention

Start
June 07, 2026
8:00 AM
End
June 09, 2026
10:00 PM
Location
Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront, 4201 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA

Registration

(depends on selected options)

Base fee:

Early Bird VFDA/VFSA Member Registration – $595.00
This includes all CE classes and meals:
* Welcome Reception on Sunday
* Coffee/Snacks each day
* Breakfast each day
* Banquet Dinner on Tuesday

Early Bird Deadline April 24, 2026
Early Bird VFDA/VFSA Non-Member Registration – $795.00
This includes all CE classes and meals:
* Welcome Reception on Sunday
* Coffee/Snacks each day
* Breakfast each day
* Banquet Dinner on Tuesday

Early Bird Deadline April 24, 2026
Guest Ticket Banquet Only (Tuesday) – $150.00
This includes solely Tuesday's Banquet dinner
Guest Ticket Meals Only – $325.00
This includes all meals:
* Welcome Reception/Presidents Dinner on Sunday
* Coffee/Snacks each day
* Breakfast each day
* Banquet Dinner on Tuesday
Guest Welcome Reception/Dinner only (Sunday) – $150.00
Guest meal ticket for Sunday, June 7 Welcome Reception/Dinner
Regular Registration VFDA/VFSA Member (After April 24) – $695.00
This includes all CE's and meals:
* Welcome Reception on Sunday
* Coffee/Snacks each day
* Breakfast each day
* Banquet Dinner on Tuesday
Regular Registration VFDA/VFSA Non-Member (After April 24) – $895.00
This includes all CE classes and meals:
* Welcome Reception on Sunday
* Coffee/Snacks each day
* Breakfast each day
* Banquet Dinner on Tuesday
Scholarship Recipient
Single Day VFDA/VFSA Member Registration (Monday) – $195.00
This includes all CE classes and meals for Monday, June 8
Single Day VFDA/VFSA Member Registration (Sunday) – $295.00
This includes all CE classes and meals for Sunday, June 7
Single Day VFDA/VFSA Member Registration (Tuesday) – $295.00
This includes all CE classes and meals for Tuesday
Single Day VFDA/VFSA Non Member Registration (Monday) – $235.00
This includes all CE classes and meals for Monday
Single Day VFDA/VFSA Non Member Registration (Sunday) – $345.00
This includes all CE classes and meals for Sunday
Single Day VFDA/VFSA Non Member Registration (Tuesday) – $345.00
This includes all CE classes and meals for Tuesday
Speaker

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Virginia Funeral Directors Association

138^th Annual Convention

June 7–10, 2026 · Virginia Beach, VA

Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort

Registration IS Open

Dates

Start: Sunday, June 7, 2026

End: Wednesday, June 9, 2026
(Board Members through June 10)

Registration

Register Here

Early Bird Deadline: April 24, 2026

Sponsorship Opportunities

Cancellation Policy: Read Full Policy ·

Registration Refund Program (option provided at convention checkout)

Pricing: Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Room Block $289 USD/Night

Deadline: The deadline is May 15 to take advantage of room block pricing.

✦ Room block link provided in your registration confirmation email ✦

Tentative

Convention Schedule

Pre-Convention Saturday, June 6, 2026

3:00 – 5:00 PM	Convention Registration
5:30 – 7:00 PM	Family Dolphin Tour by Rudee Tours

Day One Sunday, June 7, 2026

7:00 – 8:00 AM	Registration and Breakfast
8:00 – 8:30 AM	VA250 Video & Color Guard Presentation of Colors · Pledge of Allegiance · National Anthem · Convention Opening Prayer · Welcome and Opening Remarks · Sponsor Appreciation
8:30 – 10:30 AM	Danielle Wilk — Dover Port Mortuary
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM	Sponsors/Vendors Available at Tabletops
10:30 – 11:30 AM	Dedicated Time to Visit with Sponsors & Vendors (Light Refreshments)
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM	VFDA Annual Business Meeting & State Board Update
1:30 PM	Activities on Your Own — Enjoy the Beach & Pool
5:00 PM	Service of Remembrance
6:00 PM	Social Hour for Adults · Kids Club Activities & Dinner
7:00 PM	President's Welcome Reception/Dinner

Day Two Monday, June 8, 2026

7:00 – 8:00 AM	Registration and Breakfast
8:00 AM – 1:30 PM	Sponsors/Vendors Available at Tabletops
8:00 – 10:00 AM	Ryan Thogmartin — DISRUPT Media
10:00 – 11:00 AM	Dedicated Time to Visit with Sponsors & Vendors
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM	Ryan Thogmartin — DISRUPT Media
12:00 – 12:30 PM	Introduction of Convention Sponsors
12:30 – 1:30 PM	Dedicated Time with Sponsors & Vendors (Mimosa & Bloody Mary Bar)
2:30 – 5:30 PM	Competition Games — All 7 VFDA District Associations Sandcastle Building Contest · Corn Hole Tournament · 4-on-4 Volleyball Tournament Which district will claim bragging rights and take home the first-ever VFDA District Trophy?
7:00 – 10:00 PM	Young Leaders Fun Night (Evening open for all others)

Day Three Tuesday, June 9, 2026

7:00 – 8:00 AM	Registration and Breakfast
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Sponsors/Vendors Available at Tabletops
8:00 – 9:00 AM	Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
9:00 – 10:00 AM	Dean Rhoades — Cyber Crime Specialist, Federated Insurance Company
10:00 – 11:00 AM	Visit with Sponsors & Vendors (Register for Door Prizes with Participating Sponsors)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM	Carlos Black — NFDA Board Member
12:00 – 1:00 PM	Visit with Sponsors & Vendors (Door Prize Drawings — Must Be Present to Win)
1:00 PM	Afternoon on Your Own — Enjoy the Beach & Pool
5:30 PM	Social Hour for Adults · Kids Club Activities & Dinner
6:30 – 10:30 PM	Annual Installation Banquet & Awards Ceremony Entertainment by The Fantastic BrassWind Band

Board Members Only Wednesday, June 10, 2026

7:00 – 8:00 AM	VFDA Board Members Breakfast
8:00 – 11:00 AM	VFDA Board Meeting

Schedule updated April 1, 2026 · Subject to change

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138th VFDA Annual Convention

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138^th Annual Convention