58th Annual
Big Deep South
Convention
2026 Big Deep South Convention
The Road of Happy Destiny
Friday, June 5, 2026 - Sunday, June 7, 2026
Hilton New Orleans Airport
The theme for the 2026 Big Deep South Convention, The Road of Happy Destiny, is in Alcoholics Anonymous (the “Big Book”), Chapter 11 - A Vision for You, page 164.
”We shall be with you in the Fellowship of the Spirit, and you will surely meet some of us as you trudge The Road of Happy Destiny.”
On-Line Registration
Join your fellow convention attendees for a Southern Comfort Buffet. Multiple choices of entrees and sides in a serve-yourself buffet make this the perfect meal for everyone. This casual meal provides you with a great opportunity for fellowship with friends, both old and new!
Southern Comfort Buffet
Volunteers Needed
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Volunteers Needed *
Consider serving on the 2026 Big Deep South Convention Planning Committee. Whether part of the planning committee, or during the convention weekend, your help would be greatly appreciated!
The next Big Deep South Planning Committee meeting is:
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
6200 Camphor St. Metairie, LA 70003
Parkway Presbyterian - Fellowship Hall
Hotel Registration & Parking
Registration: Rooms are available at the Hilton New Orleans Airport for the Big Deep South Convention rate of $149 per night. This rate is available for your choice of 1, 2 or 3 nights, from Thursday night through Saturday night. Use the button below to directly access the Hilton’s Big Deep South Convention room block. For more information about the hotel and registering for a room, click here.
Parking: Complimentary parking at the Hilton for all Big Deep South Convention Attendees! The BDSC Security Team will be available to help with vehicle registration.
2026 Big Deep South Convention
Merchandise
Go to the Registration & Add-Ons page to order your official 2026 Big Deep South Merchandise!
What to Expect at
Big Deep South 2026
* Speakers:
- Drew E. — Atlantic Heights, NJ
- Vann D. — Destrehan, LA
- Jane L. — Tallahassee, FL
- James L. — Tallahassee, FL
- Cathy R. (Al-Anon) — New Orleans, LA
* Workshops
- Practical Experience with Prayer and Meditation
- The Road of Happy Destiny
- Transformation Through Service
- Fixed Ideas/Theater of the Lie
* Hospitality Room
* Bingo, 50/50, Raffles, Silent Auction
* Sno-Ball & Popcorn Socials
* Southern Comfort Buffet
* Entertainment - more information coming soon!
* Meetings & More!