highlighting local annual Events
The events make living in the Columbus. Phenix City, and Fort Moore area special
FEBRUARY
2025 TBA - AUSA Industry Day
AUSA Chattahoochee Valley Chapter host an annual Industry Day in Columbus, GA. Industry Day is where the MCoE informs the defense industry what desired capabilities are needed for maneuver.
apr: infantry week at fort moore
Infantry and Armor Week at Fort Moore
Witness the ultimate test of strength, endurance, and skill during the Maneuver Center of Excellence’s Infantry Week April 5-15, culminating with the 40th annual Lt. Gen. David E. Grange Jr. Best Ranger Competition. Competitors from the U.S. Army, sister branches, and partner nations will showcase their lethality and expertise while competing in a series of combat-readiness events.
In keeping with the installation’s namesake, Lt. Gen. Hal Moore, highly skilled and disciplined teams come to Infantry Week prepared to fight and win recognizing the importance physical exercise plays in improving mental acuity.
“This week provides us an opportunity to recognize both the superior physical fitness as well as the technical and tactical expertise of the Infantry,” said Brig. Gen. Monte L. Rone, U.S. Army Infantry School commandant.
“Our events inspire competitiveness and excellence within the Infantry community, share best practices across the force, and contribute to the esprit de corps across the Infantry and the Army,” Rone said.
Infantry Week brings together the Army’s best trained and highly skilled Soldiers and provides an opportunity to demonstrate their skills and expertise within their career field. Building cohesive teams ensures the Army remains ready to defeat any adversary, whenever called, under any conditions.
See a full listing of Infantry Week competitions at Fort Moore below.
APR-MAY: ARMOR WEEK AT FORT MOORE
Armor and Calvary Open House
The U.S. Army Armor & Cavalry Collection is pleased to announce an open house during Armor Week! The doors to the U.S. Army's largest historic teaching and research collection opens for the general public at no cost! Over 200 armored vehicles and anti-armor weapons will be on display to tell the story of the U.S. Armor Soldier and the conflicts they've fought in. Further details for each open house are posted on social media.
Sullivan Cup
This year’s field will pit teams selected across the Army’s armored formations, the USMC, and international partner countries’ armed forces against each other to test tank crew maneuver, sustainment, and gunnery skills. Success will require expertise on the technical and tactical skills most critical to success in combat under conditions that will stress Soldiers physically and mentally.
Gainey Cup
Gainey Cup
The Gainey Cup Competition showcases the competence, physical and mental stamina, and competitive spirit of Cavalry Scout Troopers serving in formations that perform Reconnaissance and Security.
The Gainey Cup Competition keeps the competitive edge of Troopers sharp while they are with units that are not currently engaged in combat operations around the world.
may
May 17 - The Plummer Home Annual Crawfish Boil
The Plummer Home for Homeless Veterans Annual Crawfish Boil supports the mission of the Plummer Home to restore veterans through programs, providing residential housing and assistance to those struggling with joblessness, homelessness, addictions, incarceration, and other life-altering challenges. The Plummer Home doesn’t just provide shelter, they restore veterans!
2025 event details coming soon!
June
(T) June 28 - Fort Moore Independence Celebration
In a typical summer, we celebrate Independence Day at Fort Moore a little early! Our annual Independence Celebration provides Soldiers, their families, and our surrounding community a safe environment to enjoy a concert, a fantastic fireworks show and fun in the sun!
sEPTEMBER
TBD 2025 - Rededication of the global War on Terrorism Memorial
September 7 is the Global War on Terror Rededication. 10 names will be added to the memorial this year and recognized during the ceremony. This event is open to the public and the visitors will be among the first to view the recently installed Gold Star and Surviving Family Memorial. Please reach out to rgoodman@nationalinfantryfoundation.org for more information.
TBD 2025 - Maneuver Warfighter Conference
The Maneuver Warfighter Conference is an annual event hosted by the Maneuver Center of Excellence and Fort Benning, Georgia, that gathers senior leaders and subject matter experts from across the Army, sister services and from partner nations' militaries to address current and future issues affecting the warfighting capability, training and lethality of the maneuver force.
TBD 2025 - Doughboy Dinner
The Doughboy Dinner hosted by the National Infantry Association is Tuesday, Sep 10 at the National Infantry Museum.
The Chief of Infantry is pleased to announce the Doughboy Dinner to present the awards to GEN(R) George W. Casey, Jr. and CSM(R) Iuni T. Savusa.
1730-1845 Cocktails
1845 Dinner
Dress is Civilian Coat and Tie with your Order of St. Maruice. Spouses are encouraged to attend and to wear their Shield of Sparta.
october
Oct. 18-20 - Oktoberfest
Fort Moore’s favorite fall tradition returns to Uchee Creek Campground & Marina, Friday, October 18 through Sunday, October 20! Put on your ‘Dirndl’ or ‘Lederhosen’, pack up the family and the dogs and join us for an authentic Oktoberfest celebrating German culture and traditions. You’ll enjoy three days of family-friendly fun, German food and brews, traditional German music and more!
Oct. 24 - Korean War Memorial Dedication
On October 24, the National Infantry Museum Foundation is dedicating the Korean War Memorial. This memorial will feature larger than life statues of COL Puckett, General Paik Sun-yup from the Republic of Korea, and American NCO, and a KATUSA Soldier. This memorial will be the first of its kind to pay tribute to the KATUSA program.
november
Nov. 1 - Military Retiree Appreciation Day
Reserve your tickets today with the Fort Moore Retirement Service Office for the 42nd Annual Retirement Appreciation Day at the 1918 Club. Call 706-545-1805/4434 to purchase tickets.
This fantastic annual event features Georgia Department of Veterans Service Commissioner COL Ret. Patricia Ross as the guest speaker, a wonderful lunch, and the opportunity to network with local veteran support organizations.
DECEMBER
Dec. 14 - Wreathes Across America at Fort Moore
Wreaths Across America will be at the Ft. Moore GA, Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each and every veteran aloud. The ceremony begins at 12:00 p.m.