USAFA Women 50 Yr Celebration 2026
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April 23-26, 2026
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United States Air Force Academy & Colorado Springs, CO
Commemorating the Historic Milestone
On June 28, 1976, 157 women walked up the ramp into the United States Air Force Academy, joining the Long Blue Line and beginning a new chapter in the Academy’s story. To commemorate this historic moment and the five decades that followed, our community will gather in Colorado Springs on April 23–26, 2026. Together, we’ll honor the milestone, celebrate the people and stories woven across these years, and inspire the generations yet to come.
Weekend Highlights
Thursday | Registration & Kickoff
Registration opens with optional kickoff activities, including a golf tournament and a Habitat for Humanity community service project. In the late afternoon, attendees gather for a welcome reception followed by a guided walk along the Heritage Trail and an overview of the future Court of Inspiration.
Friday | Heritage, Leadership & Open House Experience
Friday opens with a welcome ceremony and powerful panels featuring early graduates and leaders whose courage and vision expanded what was possible for those who followed. Subsequent sessions spotlight trailblazers in flight and space and showcase the transformative power of storytelling shaped by five decades of lived experience.
In the afternoon, attendees transition to the cadet area for the USAFA Open House, lunch, and briefings.
The day concludes with a signature gathering at Hotel Polaris, featuring a seated dinner and keynote speakers who create an unforgettable evening of inspiration, connection, and celebration.
Saturday | Reflection, Excellence & Celebration
Saturday begins with a memorial service at the USAFA Cemetery, offering a meaningful moment of remembrance and gratitude honoring the Gone But Not Forgotten members of our community.
Morning programming centers on mindset, resilience, wellness, and leadership, followed by breakout sessions exploring entrepreneurship, overcoming adversity, and strengthening support for warfighters. In the afternoon, attendees gather for energizing discussions on personal excellence, Warfighter Fitness, and the evolution of women’s athletics at USAFA.
The day concludes with a spirited “Back to the 80s” celebration—an upbeat evening of music, humor, and connection.
Sunday | Farewell & Connection
The weekend concludes with optional wellness and connection activities, including morning yoga, a farewell brunch, and a guided hike.
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