TDW Convention
2025 Texas Democratic Women
Texas Democratic Women cordially invite you to our 38th Annual State Convention, February 7-9 at the Marriott South Austin, 4415 S I-H 35 Frontage Road. The theme this year is Revive, Resist & Don’t Back Down! Author, political strategist, TV producer and TikTok influencer, Shawna Presley Vercher will present a workshop on Saturday afternoon and keynote remarks at the Gala Awards Dinner program Saturday evening.
Friday evening, February 7th we will welcome TDW members and candidates for interim Texas Democratic Party Chair for a reception and informal meet and greet in the LoneStar Ballroom from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Live jazz, cash bar and light refreshments will be available.
RSVP Friday evening Reception.
On Saturday evening, February 8th, Judge Ken Molberg, State Representative Mihaela E. Pleșa, and the TDW Outstanding Member of the Year will be honored at the Gala Awards Dinner, preceded by a reception and Silent Auction beginning at 6:00 p.m. Music by jazz artist Claudia Melton. Sponsored tables for 8 are available as are individual tickets through January 29th.
Reserve a table and see all sponsorship options.
Individual Dinner reservations.
Sponsorship Information
- Sponsor an aspect of the Convention
- Place your name and company logo on Convention tote bags
- Place an ad in the Convention Program
- Donate something great for the Silent Auction
- Vendor tables
- Reserve a Sponsored Table at the Gala Awards Dinner
Meeting Registration Information
Hotel Reservation Information
Be sure to reserve before discount rates expire January 20
Convention activities will take place at the Austin Marriott South, 4415 South I-35 Frontage Road, Austin, Texas, USA, 78744. Rooms there are $149 per night plus tax. Breakfast is available in the hotel restaurant, but is not included with the room.
TDW has also blocked rooms at the nearby Fairfield Inn and Suites, 4525 South Interstate Hwy 35 Austin, Texas, USA, 78744 for $139 pernight plus tax. Breakfast is included at the Fairfield.
Reservation Link for Both Hotels
Pre Convention Deadlines
(closed) December 1
Statewide Awards Nominations Instructions
- Dr. Mae Jackson Outstanding Democratic Woman Officeholder Award
- Oscar Mauzy Humanitarian Award
- TDW Outstanding Member of the Year
(closed) December 9 – deadline to declare intent to run for TDW Office and submit proposed Bylaws changes
Intent to run for TDW State Board Form
Bylaws amendments and officer nominations will be allowed from the floor. Please submit proposed bylaws amendments in writing to the Secretary before taking them to the floor.
January 18
Hotel Reservations at Group Rates deadline.
(extended) January 21 – deadline for Star Awards materials
Star Awards are for those TDW members and chapters who have stood out during the past year by their participaton in Chapter and civic activities. Chapters may nominate as many Stars as they wish, and members may nominate their chapters. This program is for chapters and members in good standing with TDW.
Schedule
Thursday Feb. 6
- 6:00 p.m. Convention Office Open
Friday Feb. 7
- 3:30 – 6:00 p.m. Registration
- 3:30 – 9:00 p.m. Silent Auction drop off
- 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Welcome Reception, TDP Chair Candidate Meet & Greet
Saturday Feb. 8
General Session – LoneStar Ballroom
- 8:00 – 11:30 a.m. 38th Annual Meeting
- 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Star Awards Luncheon
- 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Breakout Sessions
- 6:00 – 9:30 p.m. Gala Awards Dinner, Recption and Silent Auction – LoneStar Ballroom
Sunday Feb. 9
- 9:30 -10:30 a.m. First Quarter State Board Meeting