509th PIA Reunion (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO) ~ Sep 9-13, 2026 (09/09/2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

If you would like to join or renew your 509th Association membership, go to:

https://509th.org/ and click 'Join or Renew'.

LOCATION:

The Academy Hotel (Mountain Daylight Time - MDT)

8110 N. Academy Blvd.

Colorado Springs, CO 80920

If you are staying in Colorado Springs, please-please consider staying at our hotel. More numbers help reduce our costs for things like the hospitality rooms, other fees, and the banquet room.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS (separate from reunion registration fee):

Online Booking/Reservation Link:

https://www.skywaresystems.net/SkyBook?PropertyRowID=315&HotelID=1&Code=446331C1004567

Reservation by Phone:

Call (719) 598-5770 or Toll Free (800) 766-8524. Provide the Group Block Code: "509 Room Block" and let them know you are part of the 509th Parachute Infantry Association Reunion group.

Reservation Email: reservations@theacademyhotel.com

Check-in Begins: 4:00 PM

Check-out By: 11:00 AM

Standard Room rates are:

$103.20 per week night rate (plus city, occupancy, and sales taxes).

$111.20 per weekend night (plus city, occupancy, and sales taxes).

*There is a "Deluxe" option for a few dollars more, per night.

For additional information about the hotel, please visit their website:
https://www.theacademyhotel.com/

Reservation Rates: Our special block/group rate is good for several days before and after our reunion dates. That way, if you'd like to spend a little longer in Colorado Springs, the lower rate is available.

Hotel Amenities:

Daily Complimentary Breakfast: Mon - Fri: 6 am - 9 am | Sat - Sun: 7 am - 10 am

*We're famous for our daily complimentary breakfast buffet with made-to-order omelets and waffle bar. We pride ourselves on going above and beyond to satisfy our guests.

Indoor Heated Pool: 7 am - 10 pm.

Located in our lush atrium surrounded by luxurious greenery and waterfalls, guests can enjoy swimming in the pool every day of the year.

Fitness Center.

The Academy Hotel's cardio and weight rooms are equipped with the essentials to get in a good workout.

Onsite Dining: Sun. - OPEN DAILY 4 PM - 9:30 PM | HAPPY HOUR DRINK SPECIALS 4 PM - 5 PM.

Falcon's Bar & Grill features an all-American menu with a variety of appetizers, salads, Flatbreads, Handhelds, entrees and desserts to choose from. You'll love the sports bar atmosphere and excellent service.

Complimentary Nintendo SWITCH Station & Game Room.

Games can be checked out at the Front Desk and are subject to availability. The Nintendo SWITCH Station is set up in the Lobby after breakfast. The Game room is located behind the pool where you can enjoy playing ping pong and foosball.

24 Hour Convenience Store.

The convenience store is located at the Front Desk where you can purchase beverages, snacks, wine, beer and cigarettes.

Coin Operated Laundry Facilities.

Located in the A & B Buildings.

FREE Hi-Speed Internet.

FREE Parking.

FREE DirecTV - 200+ Channels, HBO and Cinemax.

PLANNED AGENDA:

The “Command Post” (CP) provides a full-sized meeting room to relax, visit, and just hang out with friends. It also includes complimentary snacks, beverages (e.g., sodas, regular/decaf coffee, hot water f/tea, etc.), and alcohol (21 and older)!

The costs of these things are included in your registration fee. Please tip your volunteer bartender at "The Drop Zone" bar inside the CP!

Ensure that you register/pay for additional attendees that want to access the CP and/or join the banquet dinner on Saturday.

WEDNESDAY – September 9th, The CP (Academy Meeting Roo

First day of Reunion CHECK-IN!

*Remember, hotel room check-in begins at: 4 PM

12:00 PM (noon) - 12:00 AM (midnight), The CP opens (officially) for Reunion check-in & registration support, normal amenities, and some 509th merchandise.

THURSDAY – September 10th, The CP (Academy Meeting Room)

9:00 AM - 12:00 AM (midnight), The CP opens (officially) for Reunion check-in & registration support, normal amenities, and some 509th merchandise.

FRIDAY – September 11th, The CP (Academy Meeting Room)

Check with front desk for breakfast hours of operation.
9:00 AM - 12:00 AM (midnight), The CP opens (officially) for Reunion check-in & registration support, normal amenities, and some 509th merchandise.
PIZZA BUFFET Lunch - Included in registration for members!

SATURDAY – September 12th, The CP (Academy Meeting Room)

Check with front desk for breakfast hours of operation.
9:00 AM, The CP opens (officially).
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (noon), Membership Board Meeting is called to order. Normal CP amenities and bar will be closed during the meeting. Following the membership meeting, the CP will be available for a short time before the banquet preparation.
The dinner banquet will be held in this same meeting room!

4:30 PM, Dinner Reception. Preferred attire: “business casual”, appropriate military uniform, or anything more formal. There will be a cash bar (hotel operated).
5:00 PM, Posting of Colors
National Anthem
Invocation
Introduction of Distinguished Guests & Association Officers
Toasts
Call to Order
Guest Speaker
Gift Presentation

Order of Geronimo Ceremony
Final Remarks by the President
Retirement of the Colors
6:30 PM, DINNER (buffet style)
------>MENU:
- Chicken Osso Buco (chicken thighs braised in a rich sauce of white wine and herbs).
- Vegetable Medley
- Salad
- Dessert
Following dinner, we will conduct a 50/50 raffle and then auction all the donated items! If you have any auction items to donate, please bring them or contact: abn509thassoc@yahoo.com for instructions on where to send donation items.
Our own DJ will host music and dancing after the raffle and auction!
12:00 AM (midnight), hospitality room closes.

SUNDAY – September 13th

CHECK-OUT Day!
The CP will NOT be open Sunday morning.
Have a safe trip home!

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:

Dragonmans Military Museum & Gun Range:
https://dragonmans.com/military-museum-dragonmans-colorado-springs

All questions should be directed to: abn509thassoc@yahoo.com

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509th PIA Reunion (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO) ~ Sep 9-13, 2026 (09/09/2026)