Turning Point USA’s annual gathering returns to Phoenix this December with a lineup honoring Charlie Kirk’s legacy.
AmericaFest, Turning Point USA’s flagship annual convention, will make its sixth appearance in December 2026. Launched by Charlie Kirk in 2021 as a place for patriots to gather and be encouraged through political speeches, activism training, music, and networking, the event has grown into one of the largest and most influential gatherings on the political right.
Last December marked the first AmFest held without its beloved founder. The weekend was dedicated to honoring Charlie Kirk’s legacy and continuing the mission he established. His widow and Turning Point USA’s new CEO, Erika Kirk, has kept the event focused on what her late husband cherished most: faith, freedom, and love of country. This year’s theme, “Restore the Culture,” carries that same urgency.
Last year’s convention attracted a massive crowd of 30,000 participants, and this year promises to be equally impactful. Vice President JD Vance closed last year’s event without Charlie by asking attendees: “If you miss Charlie Kirk, do you promise to fight for what he died for?” He will return as a headliner this December alongside Erika Kirk, Donald Trump Jr., Tulsi Gabbard, and many prominent figures in the conservative movement.
The event will feature Nick Freitas and John Doyle on stage. Freitas, a Green Beret combat veteran and former Virginia delegate, has built his platform on clear arguments for faith, family, and liberty. He is known for addressing today’s most pressing cultural and policy issues through practical solutions.
John Doyle has gained recognition for his blunt approach to dissecting national narratives. He has established himself as a voice challenging sanitized history and leaders who claim to restore America without meaningful action.
AmericaFest 2026 runs from December 17-20 in Phoenix. The event is designed to carry forward Charlie Kirk’s vision, maintain the mission he set in motion, and honor the country he dedicated his life to defending.
