Marine Corps Birthday

The Marine Corps Birthday is one of the largest social events and most anticipated traditions for Marines worldwide.

On 10 November 1775, the Second Continental Congress resolved to raise two battalions of Marines. Congress commissioned Samuel Nicholas, a well-known Philadelphian, as captain of the fledgling force of Continental Marines.

From Tun Tavern in Philadelphia, Nicholas raised two battalions of Marines as directed and began the long, illustrious history of the United States Marine Corps. Every year since 1925, the Marine Corps has celebrated its founding with a Birthday Ball.

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Birthday Ball Highlights

  • Ceremony

  • Gen John A. Lejeune’s Message

  • Commandant’s Message

  • Cake Cutting

  • Steak or Chicken Dinner

  • Guest Speaker

  • Dancing and Socializing
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Dinner Options

Delmonico Steak

Served with: Herb butter, pan jus, roasted rainbow fingerling potatoes, jumbo asparagus, and tarragon roasted carrots

Seared Airline Chicken Breast

Served with: Garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, roasted baby carrots, lemon beurre blanc, red wine reduction

Delmonico Steak
– or –
Seared Airline Chicken Breast

Caesar Salad:
Hearts of romaine, focaccia croutons, shaved parmesan, cherry tomatoes, creamy caesar dressing

Dessert:
Warm bread pudding with bourbon vanilla brown sugar glaze

Additionally:
Assorted rolls and fresh butter, iced tea, iced water, and freshly brewed coffee

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Cash Bar Available

Domestic Premium

  • Budweiser
  • Michelob Ultra

Domestic Light

  • Bud Light
  • Coors Light
  • Miller Light

Import Premium

  • Corona Extra
  • Corona Light
  • Heineken
  • Stella Artois
  • Blue Moon

Additional Beverages

  • Assorted Truly Hard Seltzer
  • House Wine

Brand Options

  • Tito’s
  • Captain Morgan
  • Tanqueray
  • Dewars White Label
  • Marker’s Mark
  • Jack Daniel’s
  • Patron Silver
  • Grey Goose
  • Bacardi Superior
  • Bombay Sapphire
  • Johnnie Walker Black Label
  • Knob Creek
  • Crown Royal
  • Casamigos Blanco
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  • Restaurant

  • Fitness Center

  • Spa

  • Indoor Pool

  • Outdoor Pool

  • Meeting Space

  • Free Wifi

  • Activities for Kids

  • Dry Cleaning Service

  • Laundry

  • Room Service

  • Wake up Calls

  • Daily Housekeeping

  • Digital Check-In

  • Guest Room Entertainment

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  • 256-246-3600

  • Check-in: 4:00 PM

  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

  • Smoke Free Property
  • Accessibility Features

  • 10 Hightower Place, Florence, AL 35630

  • Pet Policy
    Pets Welcome
    2 pets max per room. Non-refundable: $50 per room/per night not to exceed $100. Maximum Pet Weight: 25.0 lbs. Maximum Number of Pets in Room: 2

  • Complimentary On-Site Parking

  • Electric Car Charging Station

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The Marine Corps League History

The Marine Corps League perpetuates the traditions and spirit of ALL Marines and Navy FMF Corpsmen, who proudly wear or who have worn the eagle, globe, and anchor of the Corps.

It takes great pride in crediting its founding in 1923 to World War I hero, then Major General Commandant John A. Lejeune.

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