251st Marine Corps Birthday Ball | Blount Island Command & 4th AABn Co. B

Join us in celebrating 251 years of Marine Corps tradition, honor, and legacy at the 2026 Marine Corps Birthday Ball. Join Blount Island Command and 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, Company B as we proudly celebrate the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps. This year’s Marine Corps Birthday Ball will be held on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront. Marines, Sailors, families, friends, and guests will come together for an evening dedicated to honoring 251 years of Marine Corps history, tradition, service, and camaraderie. Honoring Our Legacy. Celebrating Our Marines. Cocktail Hour will begin at 1700, followed by the official Marine Corps Birthday Ball ceremony at 1800. 🎟️ Ticket Pricing Early ticket pricing is available through September 30, 2026: Active Duty & Reserve Personnel — $100 per ticket Civilian Guests — $125 per ticket Beginning October 1, 2026 — All tickets increase to $150 per person. Guests are encouraged to purchase their tickets early to take advantage of the reduced pricing. Each purchased Ball ticket includes two drink tickets for use during the event. 🍽️ Seating & Dinner Selection The official seating chart will be released closer to the event date. Seating assignments are intentionally being coordinated closer to the Ball to better accommodate groups and help prevent seating conflicts or last-minute issues. Once the seating process opens, registered attendees will also have the opportunity to select their dinner option. Additional instructions regarding seating assignments, meal selections, and applicable deadlines will be provided to registered attendees as we get closer to the event. 🏨 Hotel Accommodations A discounted hotel room block is available for guests attending the 251st Marine Corps Birthday Ball at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront. Guests can reserve their rooms using either of the following options: Option 1 — QR Code: Scan the hotel QR code provided below to be directed to the Hyatt reservation website and access the discounted Ball room rate. Option 2 — Phone Reservation: Call Hyatt Reservations at 1 (800) 233-1234 and provide the group/block code: G-USM6 ⚠️ HOTEL RESERVATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 13, 2026 Guests must reserve their rooms no later than October 13, 2026, to receive the discounted Ball room rate. After this date, the discounted rate will no longer be guaranteed, and reservations will be subject to the hotel's standard rates and availability. Guests are strongly encouraged to book early, as rooms within the designated room block are subject to availability and may sell out before the October 13 deadline. Hotel reservations are separate from the purchase of a Ball ticket. 🚗 Parking Please be advised that parking is not included with your event ticket. The Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront offers garage and valet parking, with parking expected to cost approximately $15–$20. Parking fees are separate from the event ticket price and are the responsibility of each attendee. 🤝 Sponsorships, Advertising, Table Purchases & Donations We welcome the support of businesses, organizations, and individuals who would like to contribute to the success of the 251st Marine Corps Birthday Ball. Opportunities are available for those interested in: • Purchasing a table • Business sponsorships • Advertising opportunities • Making a donation in support of the Ball All donations are greatly appreciated and welcomed. If you, your organization, or your business would like to purchase a table, advertise, sponsor the event, or make a donation, please contact the event POC for additional information and assistance. 🇺🇸 Event Information Date: Friday, November 13, 2026 Cocktail Hour: 1700 Ceremony: 1800 Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront Hosted By: Blount Island Command & 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, Company B Point of Contact GySgt Eric Colon (904) 696-5236 For questions regarding tickets, seating, dinner selections, hotel accommodations, sponsorships, advertising, table purchases, or donations, please contact the event POC above. We look forward to celebrating 251 years of Marine Corps heritage, tradition, and camaraderie with our Marines, Sailors, families, friends, and distinguished guests. Honoring Our Legacy. Celebrating Our Marines. Semper Fidelis.