Join the Ellis County Marine Corps League Detachment 1452 for an unforgettable evening of tradition and camaraderie as we honor the 251st birthday of the United States Marine Corps.

Guests will enjoy an evening featuring a cocktail hour, commemorative keepsakes, a traditional Marine Corps Birthday ceremony, buffet dinner, music, dancing, and the opportunity to support meaningful veteran and community programs throughout Ellis County. During checkout, guests may also select seating and provide meal allergy preferences.

For generations, Marines have gathered each November to celebrate the founding of the Corps, remember those who served before us, honor the sacrifices of Marines and their families, and continue our proud traditions. The Marine Corps Birthday Ball is one of the Corps’ most meaningful events — an evening built around ceremony, remembrance, fellowship, and celebration.

This South DFW Area Ball brings together Marines, veterans, families, friends, community leaders, and patriotic supporters for a night worthy of the legacy carried by those who have earned the title Marine.

Sponsorship and donation opportunities are available through the Sponsorships & Donations section of this event page.

Event Details

Who: Ellis County Marine Corps League Detachment 1452, Marines, veterans, families, and community guests
What: 251st Marine Corps Birthday Ball
When: Saturday, November 14, 2026 (See agenda below for specific times)
Where: Waxahachie Civic Center, 2000 Civic Center Lane, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Why: To honor 251 years of Marine Corps service, sacrifice, tradition, and brotherhood

Accommodations

For guests wishing to stay near the venue, there are two hotels within walking distance of the Waxahachie Civic Center, subject to availability:

Hampton Inn & Suites
Reservation Desk: 866-994-8422

Fairfield Inn & Suites
Reservation Desk: 866-994-8422

A Fundraiser with a Mission

The Marine Corps Birthday Ball helps support the mission and community efforts of the Ellis County Marine Corps League Detachment 1452. Proceeds and support from this event help advance programs and initiatives that serve veterans, families, students, and children throughout Ellis County.

Your support helps strengthen efforts such as:

Veterans and Their Families: Providing vital assistance in times of need through Project F.A.I.T.H. — Funding Assistance in Trying Hours.

Scholarship Program: Supporting the planned launch of a scholarship program designed to help students throughout Ellis County pursue educational opportunities.

Toys for Tots: Supporting the detachment’s role as the local host and facilitator of Toys for Tots operations in Ellis County, helping bring Christmas joy to children and families in need.

Veteran Initiatives: Supporting veteran-focused efforts such as funeral honors, holiday event support, community outreach, and other assistance needs.

Whether you attend the Ball, become a sponsor, or make a donation, your support helps make a lasting difference for veterans, families, and the broader Ellis County community.

Attire

Semi-formal attire.

What to Expect

The evening will include the traditional Marine Corps Birthday ceremony, dinner, fellowship, music, and dancing. Whether you are a Marine, the family member of a Marine, a veteran from another branch, or a community supporter, this event is an opportunity to stand with those who have carried the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor and celebrate a legacy that continues to inspire our nation.

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