85th Anniversary Alumni Celebration

September 22-25, 2026
Monterey, CA

The DLI Foundation welcomes alumni, friends, and supporters to a multi-day celebration honoring the 85th Anniversary of the Defense Language Institute.

Alumni Week Schedule

Tuesday, September 22

Check-In at Hotel

Welcome and informal arrivals throughout the day.

Hotel Information: Casa Munras Hotel

All attendees should plan to check in at Casa Munras Hotel, the host property for Alumni Week. If you have not yet reserved your room, please contact the hotel directly to confirm availability:

Phone: 1‑800‑222‑2446
Email: reservations@innsofmonterey.com
Reference: DLI Foundation Alumni when booking
Property Details: https://casa-munras-garden-hotel-spa-monterey.hotelcheckout.net/#details

Please note: The discounted group‑rate window has closed, but rooms may still be available at the current hotel rate.

Wednesday, September 23

0800-1200

DLI Alumni & Friends Golf Outing @ Monterey Pines Golf Course

1000-1200

Alternate Morning Activity: Visit Presidio of Monterey Museum

1900-2100

Evening Alumni Gathering @ American Legion Post 41
Registration Full

Note: due to overwhelming popularity, this event has been moved to the American Legion Post 41. This event has reached capacity.
A special milestone celebration will be held at American Legion Post 41, an evening of connection and shared legacy as we honor 85 years of DLI excellence. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, light entertainment, and a relaxed, photo‑ready atmosphere with alumni and friends. Service uniform (Class A's) or cocktail attire is appropriate for this commemorative celebration.

Thursday, September 24

0800-1630

Command Briefing @ Presidio of Monterey Post

Post Itinerary:

  
      Time
      Activity
      Location
    
      0830-0900
      Registration
      Weckerling Center, Dining Room
    
      0900-0905
      Group Photo w/DLIFLC Commandant
      Wecklering Center, Front Staircase
    
      0905-0920
      Alumni Meet-and-Greet Coffee
      Weckerling Center, Dining Room
    
      0920-0935
      Welcome + DLIFLC Command Update by Commandant
    
      0935-0945
      Q&A Session
    
      0945
      Walk to Post Theater
    
      1000-1100

        Attend Persian-Farsi Graduation
        Post Theater

      1100-1230

        Lunch on Own + Visit POM PX

      1230-1300

        Sandusky room Walk-through
        Weckerling Center

      1300-1330

        DLIFLC Drill Sergeants Engagement
        Weckerling Center, Dining Room

      1330
      Walk to Post Theater

      1345-1400

        DLIFLC Documentary Introduction and on-stage Awards Recognition of Staff Contributors
        Post Theater

      1400-1545

        Screening of DLIFLC Documentary

1545-1600
    Comfort Break

      1600-1615

        Q&A Session

      1615-1620

        Closing Remarks

      1630

        Depart DLI - End of Visit

Informal Evening Gathering @ American Legion Post 41

1900

No requirement to be a Legion member to enjoy a beverage with alumni and friends.

Friday, September 25

0800

Casual Breakfast @ Casa Munras Hotel and Departure

RSVP

Please complete the RSVP form to receive event updates, room block details, and on-site logistics.

Support the DLI Foundation

A donation QR code will be available at Commemoration events for those able to support the DLI Foundation and help offset Anniversary Celebration and Alumni event costs. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and honoring the legacy of DLI alumni across generations.