Gun Owners of America

Gun Owners Advocacy and Leadership Summit (GOALS)

Gun Owners of America is bringing the GOALS Convention to the heart of America, and we're going bigger than ever.

Des Moines, Iowa will play host to what promises to be the most ambitious GOALS Convention yet, a landmark celebration of 50 years fighting for your Second Amendment rights. This isn't just a milestone worth marking. It's a launching pad for the next 50 years.

The Iowa Events Center will serve as the backdrop for this multi-day experience, with over 150,000 square feet of exhibits featuring the top names in guns, gear, and tactical innovation. Whether you're drawn to heritage firearms or the latest cutting-edge equipment, you'll find it all under one roof.

Erich Pratt, author and Senior Vice President of Gun Owners of America, put it this way:

"The GOALS Convention is more than an event. It's a celebration of our members, victories in the courtroom, and the legacy we've built together. As we mark 50 years of defending the Second Amendment, we're not just reflecting on the past. We're laying the foundation for the battles ahead."

Kailey Nieman, Director of Development and Marketing, added:

"GOALS isn't just something you attend, it is something you experience. Our members are not here to waste time on a weekend. They are here to engage with our leadership, the companies and the community that will ensure that our freedoms are protected and restored. For 50 years we have been on the frontlines and this event will launch us into the next phase of that legacy."

Here's what's waiting for you in Des Moines:

• A Main Stage packed with top-tier speakers, thought leaders, and advocates shaping the future of gun rights
• Panels, workshops, and meetups designed to inspire, educate, and connect
• An exhibit hall bigger and better than ever, with top brands and new products you won't find anywhere else
• A celebration of GOA's most significant legal victories and the grassroots strength behind them
• Family-friendly activities and special events honoring both the history and the future of this movement

The Iowa Events Center is surrounded by accommodations for every kind of attendee, from family-friendly hotels to RV parks and campgrounds for those who prefer the open air.

Fifty years in, the fight is stronger than ever. Come be part of what's next.