CONVENTIONS

Join Us at the C.A.C.A. 58th National Biennial Convention in San Gabriel, CA!

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable gathering of C.A.C.A. Brothers and Sisters! From August 14–17, 2025, the Chinese American Citizens Alliance (C.A.C.A.) will host its 58th National Biennial Convention in vibrant San Gabriel, California hosted by our own Greater San Gabriel Valley Lodge.

This premier event offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with members from across the nation, engage in impactful discussions on civil rights and advocacy, celebrate our shared heritage, and shape the future of our community. With dynamic speakers, insightful workshops, cultural highlights, and a chance to explore one of Southern California’s most culturally rich cities and surrounding attractions this convention is not to be missed.

Stay tuned for more details—and prepare to make your voice heard at C.A.C.A.’s hallmark event!

First held in 1912, the Biennial National Conventions bring together members from across the country to reflect on the accomplishments and milestones of recent years, exchange ideas, discuss issues affecting our communities and enjoy the camaraderie and fellowship of fellow members.

The conventions offer a diverse collections of programs, educational sessions, and guest speakers. And there always opportunities for socializing and fun! 

The 58th Biennial National Convention will be hosted by the members of the Greater San Gabriel Valley Lodge in Summer 2025.

Convention Year Location Theme

57th Convention 2023 Las Vegas, Nevada Unity Through Diversity

56th Convention 2021 Virtual Stand Up, Stand Out, Stand Proud!

55th Convention 2019 Boston, Massachusetts Contribute ∙ Achieve ∙ Celebrate ∙ Advance

54th Convention 2017 Chicago, Illinois Progress for One, Progress for All

53rd Convention 2015 Seattle, Washington Inspiration ∙ Interaction ∙ Integration

52nd Convention 2013 Oakland, California Bridge to the Future

51st Convention 2011 Houston, Texas Commitment: Our Future, Our Legacy

50th Convention 2009 City of Industry, California A Century of Service for a Better Tomorrow

49th Convention 2007 San Francisco, California The Power of Citizenship

48th Convention 2005 Salinas, California Momentum for Success

47th Convention 2003 Pasadena, California Lead to Achieve. Understand the Past. Shape the Future.

46th Convention 2001 Portland, Oregon Taking Hold of the Future Now

45th Convention 1999 Albuquerque, New Mexico Soaring to New Heights

44th Convention 1997 Phoenix, Arizona Chinese Americans Changing America

43rd Convention 1995 San Francisco, California 100 Years of Making a Difference 

42nd Convention 1993 Houston, Texas From America to Shangri-La

41st Convention 1991 Oakland, California Pulling Together in the 90's

40th Convention 1989 Portland, Oregon Chinese in America: Entering Our Third Century

39th Convention 1987 San Francisco, California

38th Convention 1985 Los Angeles, California Unity ∙ Commitments ∙ Action

37th Convention 1983 Salinas, California The 80's Emergence of the Chinese American - Confident, Assertive & Involved

36th Convention 1981 Washington, D.C.

35th Convention 1979 San Francisco, California

34th Convention 1977 San Francisco, California

33rd Convention 1975 Portland, Oregon

32nd Convention 1973 Los Angeles, California Decision at the Crossroads

31st Convention 1971 San Francisco, California From the Mountains to the Stars…

30th Convention 1969 Chicago, Illinois

29th Convention 1967 Houston, Texas

28th Convention 1965 Salinas, California A Wider Horizon for Our Alliance

27th Convention 1963 Los Angeles, California

26th Convention 1961 San Francisco, California

25th Convention 1959 Oakland, California

24th Convention 1957 Los Angeles, California

23rd Convention 1955 Fresno, California

22nd Convention 1953 Portland, Oregon

21st Convention 1951 Oakland, California

20th Convention 1949 Los Angeles, California

19th Convention 1947 San Francisco, California

18th Convention 1941 Los Angeles, California

17th Convention 1939 San Francisco, California

16th Convention 1937 San Francisco, California

15th Convention 1935 Oakland, California

14th Convention 1933 Portland, Oregon

13th Convention 1931 Los Angeles, California

12th Convention 1929 San Francisco, California

11th Convention 1927 Fresno, California

10th Convention 1925 Chicago, Illinois

Ninth Convention 1923 San Francisco, California

Eighth Convention 1921 Oakland, California

Seventh Convention 1919 Los Angeles, California

Sixth Convention 1917 Oakland, California

Fifth Convention 1916 San Francisco, California

Fourth Convention 1915 San Francisco, California

Third Convention 1914 Los Angeles, California

Second Convention 1913 San Francisco, California

First Convention 1912 San Francisco, California