The DQOA/DQOC Annual Meetings are held each year and Conventions are held every other year in conjunction with the Annual Meeting. This is a wonderful opportunity to spend time with fellow Dairy Queen operators, exchange ideas, learn more about the DQ business, increase profits and participate in your association and cooperative business. There is something for everyone to enjoy. For more information on a specific meeting click the link below or contact the DQOA office for a registration form.

DQOA/DQOC Annual Meeting

October 28-31, 2026
Napa, California

Hotel Reservations

The Meritage Resort & Spa
875 Bordeau Way, Napa, CA 94558
www.meritageresort.com | (888) 965-7090

DQOA Rate:
$359 per night, plus resort fee and tax (Vineyard King)
Additional nights may be available at the group rate 3 days pre/post, subject to availability. If you do not see your preferred dates online, please call the hotel at (707) 251-3085 for assistance. Cancellation policy: up to 4PM three days prior to arrival to avoid room and tax charges for each night of your reservation. Check in 4PM, Checkout 11AM.

$35/night resort fee
Includes daily bottled waters, one bottle of Signature Wine (must be 21+), wifi, in-room coffee, fitness studio access, daily $5 housekeeping gratuity.

Parking: Self- fee waived; Valet- $25/day (plus tax)

For reservations, click the link below or call (888) 765-7090 and reference "DQOA Annual Meeting" to take advantage of the group rate.

Registration

Package Includes:

• Winery Cave Dinner with Hosted Bar
• Breakfast
• Lunch

Price per Person:

• DQOA Member: $300
• Non Member Franchisee: $400

Preregistration required by 9/28/26. No refunds after 9/28/26.

Schedule

Wednesday, October 28
Arrivals

Thursday, October 29
Time on your own to explore beautiful Napa Valley

Registration - 5:00-5:30 PM

Winery Cave Dinner with Hosted Bar - 6:00-8:00 PM

Friday, October 30
Breakfast/Welcome Program- 8:00 AM

DQOA/DQOC Updates & Annual Meetings

Lunch - 12 PM

Saturday, October 31
Departures