MCON | Military Community Celebration 2026
Event Date
October 23–25, 2026
Location
Las Vegas, NV
Expected Exhibitors
250
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryMCON (the Military Community Celebration, also styled MCON.LIVE Military Conference) is an annual event created by veterans to bring the military community together for an epic celebration blending speakers, sports, music, and mission-driven programming. Organizers describe it as "a bit of Comic-Con, SHOT Show and military culture all wrapped up into a festival-like atmosphere," positioning it as the nation's premier annual celebration of military culture.
MCON draws a broad audience of active-duty service members, veterans, military families, first responders, and the organizations that support them. Attendees can move between B2B programming such as the Military Impact Summit and MCON HEALTH, and B2C experiences including Range Day, live music, and sports competitions. The mission is to create community, facilitate connection, and improve the well-being of those who served and their families.
Whether you come for professional development, networking with veteran-focused nonprofits and employers, or simply to reconnect with military culture, MCON offers a full weekend of programming in Las Vegas. Its combination of summits, exhibitions, athletic events, and entertainment makes it a distinctive gathering for anyone connected to the military community.
Show Highlights
MCON packs a full weekend with signature programming across professional and celebratory tracks:
- Military Impact Summit — a B2B day focused on the most pressing issues facing military personnel and veterans, featuring military leaders, corporate executives, and veteran advocates.
- MCON HEALTH Summit — a one-day event dedicated to brain health, care delivery, wellness, and suicide prevention.
- Range Day — a hands-on shooting and competition day that has been hosted at PrairieFire, a range destination outside Las Vegas offering Special Operations-inspired challenges.
- UFC & Military Combatives Expo — combat-sports action and athleticism for UFC fans and military supporters.
- MCON LIVE — live music from veteran artists, military musicians, and national acts, spanning rock, country, hip-hop, and soul.
- Signature zones and sessions — including the Creator Zone, Warrior Rising, Warrior BJJ, Poster Sessions, and The Vault.
- Opening Reception — held high above Downtown Las Vegas at the Legacy Club Rooftop on the 60th floor of Circa Hotel & Casino.
Past speakers have included senior enlisted advisors to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, retired special operations veterans, nonprofit leaders, and former members of Congress.
Attendance
For 2026, organizers project strong growth: MCON expects to host over 5,000 service members, veterans, and their families, with 250+ brands participating along with over 100 military-focused non-profits. By comparison, the inaugural 2023 event featured a vendor and exhibit area with 50 brand partners. The audience spans active-duty service members, veterans, military families, advocates, healthcare professionals, and corporate and industry leaders.
Registration
Registration for MCON is handled online, with tickets sold through Eventbrite. In past years, MCON has offered tiered pricing where the price rises as each tier sells out, so buying early saves money.
- General Admission grants entrance to the venue and all MCON activities for the entire weekend.
- VIP adds access to VIP areas in addition to the venue and activities all weekend.
- Volunteer positions allow participants to work shifts in exchange for access and meals during their shift.
- Free tickets have been made available through partner organizations (for example, The American Legion has offered members discount/complimentary codes) to make the event as accessible as possible.
To register, visit mcon.live and follow the ticketing links to Eventbrite.
History
MCON was founded by veterans to celebrate military culture, with Todd Brockman as Founder and Marine Corps veteran Waco Hoover among the co-founders. The inaugural event was held November 10–12, 2023, over Veterans Day weekend at The Expo at World Market Center in Las Vegas, in partnership with Military Times.
The second annual MCON took place October 24–27, 2024, at the same venue, expanding its programming and adding a dedicated Range Day. In 2025 the event ran October 23–26, again at The Expo at World Market Center, growing into a multi-track weekend spanning the Military Impact Summit, MCON HEALTH, Range Day, the main conference, and tournament play. The event has also expanded internationally, with MCON Tokyo held in early 2025. MCON's 2026 edition is scheduled for October 23–25 in Las Vegas.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: August 4, 2026
Venue & Travel
Venue
The Expo at World Market Center
435 S. Grand Central Parkway
MCON is held at The Expo at World Market Center in the Symphony Park district of downtown Las Vegas. The venue includes a South Hall exhibit space that in past years has hosted booths and interactive activities. The broader World Market Center campus is best known as the home of Las Vegas Market and offers large-format exhibit and event halls suited to trade shows and festival-style activations.
Parking
On-site parking is available at the venue. Self-parking is offered in a covered parking garage containing 3,100 spaces. Note that no overnight parking is permitted in any World Market Center lot. Rideshare drop-off and pick-up is also available.
Getting There
The venue is highly accessible from the airport and downtown:
- By air: Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is about a 15-minute ride via taxi or rideshare, roughly 3–5 miles away.
- Rideshare & taxi: Rideshare drop-off and pick-up is available at the venue. Rideshare pickup is typically in the North Lot across Symphony Park Avenue, while taxis use the separate transportation terminal northeast of The Expo.
- Public transit: RTC Route 401 stops on Grand Central Parkway, about a 5-minute walk from the Expo entrance. A free Downtown Loop shuttle connects downtown hotels to the World Market Center area.
Nearby Hotels
The venue sits in downtown Las Vegas's Symphony Park district, within easy reach of numerous hotels:
- AC Hotel Las Vegas Symphony Park — the closest hotel at about 0.3 miles, roughly a 5-minute walk across Symphony Park Avenue.
- Element Las Vegas Summerlin and other Marriott/Hyatt properties — several vetted hotels sit within 0.8 miles of the World Market Center campus.
- Circa Resort & Casino and other downtown Fremont Street hotels — a short drive or shuttle ride away.
The Golden Nugget and additional downtown casino hotels are also nearby, generally under a mile from the venue.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is MCON 2026 taking place?
MCON 2026 is scheduled for October 23–25, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Recent editions have been held at The Expo at World Market Center, 435 S. Grand Central Parkway, in Downtown Las Vegas.
What is MCON and who should attend?
MCON, the Military Community Celebration, was created by veterans to bring the military community together for an epic celebration of military culture. It's designed for active-duty service members, veterans, military families, first responders, and the organizations and companies that support them.
What can I experience at MCON?
MCON blends professional summits with festival-style experiences, including the Military Impact Summit, MCON HEALTH, Range Day, a UFC & Military Combatives Expo, live music at MCON LIVE, and signature zones such as the Creator Zone and Warrior Rising. Past speakers have included senior military leaders, veteran advocates, and nonprofit executives.
How do I register for MCON?
Registration is online through mcon.live, with tickets sold via Eventbrite. Past years have offered tiered General Admission and VIP passes where prices rise as tiers sell out, along with volunteer opportunities and free tickets through partner organizations.
How do I get to the venue and where can I park?
The Expo at World Market Center is about a 15-minute ride from Harry Reid International Airport and is served by RTC transit and the free Downtown Loop shuttle. On-site parking includes an attached garage with over 3,100 covered spaces plus an additional 1,200-space adjacent lot, though no overnight parking is allowed.
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