2026 LPC Annual Convention
February 13–15, 2026
The Handlery Hotel
950 Hotel Cir N
San Diego, CA 92108
Join us at the Libertarian Party of California Annual Convention!
This year’s convention theme is Love and Liberty, in honor of Valentine’s Day weekend. In addition to fellowship and celebration, the convention will include essential Party business and engaging speakers.
Please email convention@ca.lp.org for hotel booking information.
Countdown to Convention
Event Registration
Packages
Optional Add-Ons
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Breakfast Pass
SOLD OUT
Saturday and/or Sunday Breakfast
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Lunch Pass
SOLD OUT
Saturday: LNC Chair Debate
Sunday: Featured Speaker Michael Schwartz -
LNC Chair Debate
$25
Are You Smarter than a Politician?
Theater Seat (includes audience voting) for Saturday Debate at Lunch 12PM -
Lifetime Member Pin Upgrade
$75
Available to current Lifetime Members only
Party Business
Convention Business
Election of:
- Executive Committee members
- Judicial Committee members
- Our LNC Region Representative and Alternate
Endorsements of Libertarian candidates for the 2026 election
Selection of California’s delegates and alternates to the 2026 Libertarian National Convention
Reminder for Voting Delegates
If you plan to participate in convention business:
- Please pre-register to streamline credentialing
- Ensure your membership dues are current
- Confirm you are registered as a Libertarian
Early registration makes onsite check-in significantly easier.
The 2026 Libertarian National Convention will be held May 21–25, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. California will select 107 delegates, as well as alternates, at this convention.
Schedule
of Events
Friday
6:00 PM
Convention Package Check-In Opens
7:00 PM
Opening Night Reception (Free Event-Open to All)
Saturday
7:00 AM
Credentials Desk and Convention Package Check-In Opens
Breakfast with Shaun Frederickson from First Liberty
8:30 AM
Convention Business
12:00 PM
Lunch with LNC Chair Debate
1:30 PM
Convention Business
2:30 PM
Convention Business
5:00 PM
Governor Candidate Debate
7:00 PM
Love & Liberty Gala
Sunday
7:00 AM
Credentials Desk Opens
Breakfast with Former Coronado Mayor Richard Bailey
8:30 AM
Convention Business
12:00 PM
Lunch with Michael Schwartz from San Diego Gun Owners Association
1:30 PM
Keynote Speaker: Lars Mapstead
2:30 PM
Convention Business
5:00 PM
Convention Business
Vendor Tables &
Sponsorship Opportunities
Countdown to Convention
Vendor/Exhibit tables are available for $250 for the weekend. Once you purchase a table, please email convention@ca.lp.org so we can confirm your spot.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available through the convention website. For questions or custom sponsorship options, please contact convention@ca.lp.org
Speakers and Debates
- Speakers at meal events
- LNC Chair candidate debate
- California LP Governor candidate debate
Featured Speakers
Shaun
Frederickson
First Liberty
Freedom of Conscience: Why Religious Liberty Is the First Freedom
Saturday Breakfast
Free
& Amity
From Are You Smarter Than a Politician?
Banquet guests and moderators for the LNC Chair debate.
Saturday Lunch
Susan
Shelley
Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association
The ballot initiative to protect Proposition 13
Saturday Night Gala
Boomer
Shannon
Master of Ceremonies
Saturday NIght Gala
Richard
Bailey
Former Mayor of Coronado
Sunday Breakfast
Michael
Shwartz
Executive Director San Diego County Gun Owners PAC
Sunday Lunch
Lars
Mapstead
Political Reform Advocate
Sunday Keynote @1:30
2026 LNC National Convention Delegates
To be a delegate at the 2026 Libertarian Party of California Convention you must be a Central Committee Member (CCM) for a minimum of 90 days at some point in the past. To be a CCM you must be current in your dues, have signed the nonaggression pledge, be registered to vote as a Libertarian if eligible, and reside in California (unless you were a Life Member when you joined and have since moved out of state).
If you are registered No Party Preference or registered with another political party, you will not be able to be a voting delegate at the California convention, and you also will not be eligible to be elected as a National delegate to the 2026 convention in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Please verify that you are properly registered so there are no surprises at the credentials desk in February.
You can check your voter registration status HERE
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