The AVHOFS Patriotic Awards Luncheon honors Arizona’s finest Patriots and Veteran & High School Student Scholars
The Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame Society’s Patriotic Awards Luncheon (PAL), formerly known as the Copper Sword Gala or the Patriotic Gala, has grown to become one of the most anticipated events of the year and attracts our service men and women, retired military, political, business, civic and philanthropic leaders from around the state to honor leaders who are a voice for those who serve our nation. Event proceeds fund scholarships and a wide variety of veteran projects of both a national and local character. This year’s honorees and our keynote speaker are shown on the flyer below.
Reception starts at 11:00 AM
Program and Luncheon begins at 12:00 PM
Convenient Self – Parking is Available.
No-host Bar.
Event Photographer on site.
Standard Meal is a plated Chicken Breast with accompanying vegetables, salad, and dessert. Vegetarian meal is available upon request. Please specify any other dietary restrictions or food allergies when registering.
Attire: Business, business casual or military dress uniform.
Hotel Room Block:
REGISTRATION FOR THE PATRIOTIC AWARDS LUNCHEON DOES NOT INCLUDE LODGING, HOWEVER WE HAVE A BLOCK OF ROOMS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WANTING TO STAY AT THE EVENT LOCATION.
Use the link below to reserve lodging at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel in Mesa, AZ. The lodging rate for May 9th is $161.00 plus tax per night. Rate will be honored 3 days pre or post event. Book hotel reservations HERE or call 480-833-5555 and ask for the “VET” room block. This special group rate is only available until April 9, 2025.
Tickets:
Early Bird Registration is from January 15 – April 14, 2025 at the price of $45 per person for AVHOF members and one guest, and $55 for non-members.
Additional tickets are available from April 15 – May 1, 2025 at the Last Chance price of $50 for AVHOF members and one guest and $65 for Non-members.
Purchase Tickets Online through EventBrite using the Ticket Options below. Once you make your ticket selection and submit payment, you will be asked to provide additional dietary, mobility and seating preferences which will help us provide the best experience for our guests.
If you prefer to pay by check, you may also DOWNLOAD EVENT REGISTRATION FORM HERE: (Please check your download folder for form.) Print, complete, and mail the registration form with payment to the address on the form.
Ticket or seating questions or concerns?
Contact: Mike Milliken at: avhof.pal@gmail.com or by phone at 602-315-3221