Thor #606

251st Marine Corps Birthday Ball

Saturday, November 7, 2026 • 4:30–11:00 PM

Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area

10 E Center St, Rochester, MN 55904

Registration opens at 4:30 PM, social hour is 5:00–6:00 PM, dinner begins at 6:00 PM, and the official ceremony follows. The evening includes dinner, the traditional Birthday Ball ceremony and cake presentation, and dancing. Tickets are open to Marines and the general public.

Early-Bird Admission: $65 through September 29

Regular Admission: $75 from September 30–October 27

Child Admission (age 10 and under): $25

V.I.P. Table for 10: $1,000

Formal attire or military uniform is required.