PHCCLA 2026 Annual Convention & Trade Show Special Events

Apprentice Graduation Luncheon

Friday, July 17, 2026
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Celebrating our graduated apprentices, PHCCLA holds a luncheon to recognize and provide a gift for recent graduates (August 2025 - July 2026).

Are you a graduate and would like to attend?  RSVP to us here!

Graduate attendance is complimentary. Additional tickets are available for the luncheon. A discount is available for graduate family members.

PAC Reception

Thursday, July 16, 2026
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

This annual reception allows our PAC contributors to meet and mingle with local legislators and elected officials.  

This is an excellent opportunity to help PHCCLA make an impact by building relationships with legislative partners.

$250/couple minimum donation.

Lakefront Airport - Transportation provided.

Guests are welcome to join the guest program for a little off-site fun during Friday.  

This class features a demonstration of 4 menu items (App, Entree, Dessert, Lagniappe). Each course will be served after its demonstration. Guests will receive copies of the recipe to take home.

Registration included with guest registration fee.

Opening Party

Friday, July 17, 2026
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Following our opening reception with exhibitors, join us for an off-site event to kick back and have some fun with your fellow convention attendees and industry partners.

This year we are heading to ROCK n' BOWL! Be ready for some friendly competition and fun music.

Registration is included with all registration packages.  Additional tickets may be purchased.

Transportation provided.

Auxiliary Business Meeting & Silent Auction

Saturday, July 18, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The PHCCLA Auxiliary invites all guests to join their annual business meeting which includes hot breakfast and a silent auction.

Learn more about the service projects the Auxiliary is leading to give back to the industry and the community.

Attendance included with guest registration fee.

Join us for our closing banquet to include Presidential remarks and highlights and the presentation of our Annual Awards. 

Registration included with convention and guest registration fee.  Additional tickets available for purchase.

Antoine's Restaurant - Transportation Provided.