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Annual Mid-Year Assembly · #BeREADY — One Band, One Sound
2027 Annual Vincent E. BestMid-Year Assembly& Grand Master's Ballof the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge, State of New York
When
January 22–24, 2027
Where
Hilton Albany, Albany, NY
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M∴W∴ Darren M. Morton, Ed.D.
60TH GRAND MASTER
MOST WORSHIPFUL PRINCE HALL GRAND LODGE
STATE OF NEW YORK
Welcome
WELCOME to the 2027 Annual
Vincent E. Best Mid-Year Assembly
On behalf of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge, State of New York, I extend my sincere “Thank You” to each of you for joining us at the 2027 Annual Vincent E. Best Mid-Year Assembly & Grand Master's Ball, January 22–24, 2027, at the Hilton Albany, 40 Lodge Street, Albany, NY 12207. Your presence and participation are very much appreciated.
It is my hope that you will enjoy all that has been prepared for you and that our time together will be filled with great memories.
#BeREADY – One Band, One Sound
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Regular Registration
Dec 7, 2026 – Jan 11, 2027
- Brothers
- $35
- Sisters
- $25
Late Registration
Jan 12 – Jan 23, 2027
- Brothers
- $50
- Sisters
- $35
Grand Master's Ball
This black-tie celebration includes formal dining, recognition of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge Leadership as well as the processional of the 2027 Worshipful Masters and Worthy Matrons. Everyone attending the Ball must purchase a ticket.
$125.00
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Dress Code · Assembly Meeting
Brothers: ALL Brothers, the Dress Code for the day is Business Suits.
Sisters: Sisters, you will govern yourselves accordingly and follow the directions of the Grand Worthy Matron.
Dress Code · The Grand Master's Ball
Brothers: ALL Brothers, your DRESS CODE for the evening is Tuxedo or Dark Suit ONLY. **NO EXCEPTIONS**.
Sisters: Sisters, your attire is Formal, you will govern yourselves accordingly and follow the directions of the Grand Worthy Matron.
Worshipful Masters and Worthy Matrons: Your attire for Pictures and the Grand Master's Ball include your Worshipful Master Collar and your Worthy Matron Sash.
Medical Liability Waiver
Registration requires acceptance of the Attendee Medical Liability Waiver.
Health & Safety HubTwo days
The weekend at a glance
Friday, Jan 22
Meet and Greet
8p – 11p (Free of Charge)
Saturday, Jan 23
Mid-Year Assembly
Worship Service – 7:30am · Roll Call – 8:30am
Grand Master's Ball
8:00pm – 1:00am · Doors open at 7:30pm
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Mid-Year 2027
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