The DAV National Commander Testimonial Dinner 2026 is the signature evening event of the Disabled American Veterans National Convention, held August 3, 2026 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando, Florida. This formal dinner ceremony honors the outgoing National Commander of the DAV and the DAV Auxiliary for their year of extraordinary service and leadership on behalf of America's disabled veterans.
The Disabled American Veterans organization has been the voice and advocate for disabled veterans since 1920 — fighting in Congress, in communities, and in courtrooms for the benefits, healthcare, and recognition that disabled veterans have earned through their sacrifice. The National Commander Testimonial Dinner represents the culmination of a year of that work, celebrating leadership, mission, and the enduring brotherhood and sisterhood of DAV membership.
The evening features a formal program with tributes to the outgoing National Commander and Auxiliary National Commander, recognition of distinguished members and volunteers, inspirational speeches from veteran leaders and advocates, and a dinner reception honoring the thousands of disabled veterans and families served by DAV throughout the year.
Orlando's Rosen Shingle Creek Resort provides world-class facilities befitting this prestigious occasion. The location also makes the National Convention and Testimonial Dinner accessible to the large Florida veteran community, as well as DAV members traveling from across the country for this pinnacle event in the disabled veteran advocacy calendar.
All DAV members, veteran supporters, and advocates for disabled veterans are encouraged to attend this historic annual tradition. Formal attire appropriate to the occasion is recommended.
