Friday, June 26, 2026 – PLANNED EVENTS
Registration 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Host Hotel (Embassy Suites) 400 Convention Center Blvd, Hot Springs, Arkansas
Meet and Greet 6:00 p.m. – Until Host Hotel (Embassy Suites) 400 Convention Center Blvd, Hot Springs, Arkansas
Join us on opening night as we show each other some “Love, Peace, and Sooouuulll” and celebrate the branches of our family tree from the 1970’s, 1980’s
and 1990’s. Groove with us, dance down the soul train line, and dress up for a Soul Train–style night of funk, soul, hip hop, & disco!
What to wear you ask?
Everyone: Flared jeans, pants, or jumpsuits; sunglasses;afro wigs; funky patterned shirts; large collars; platform shoes; hats/fedoras; jogging suits; backwards clothing, etc. Choose your era and dress the part.
Saturday, June 27, 2026 – PLANNED EVENTS
Board Meeting 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Host Hotel (Embassy Suites) 400 Convention Center Blvd, Hot Springs, Arkansas
Registration 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Host Hotel (Embassy Suites) 400 Convention Center Blvd, Hot Springs, Arkansas
Banquet 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Oaklawn Casino and Racing 2705 Central Ave, Hot Springs, Arkansas
Join us as we “Go Back to Our Roots” and we celebrate the branches of our family tree from the 1920’s, 1930’s and 1940’s. The theme is “Harlem Nights” and is inspired by the glamour, jazz, and nightlife of the Harlem Renaissance — a period of rich Black cultural, artistic, and musical expression.
What to wear you ask?
For women: Flapper dresses, sequins, feathers, pearls, gloves, bold makeup, and furs.
For men: Suits, tuxedos, suspenders, bow ties, fedoras, brims, and polished shoes.
Sunday, June 28, 2026 – PLANNED EVENTS
Sunday Worship Service 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Host Hotel (Embassy Suites) 400 Convention Center Blvd, Hot Springs, Arkansas
Sunday Service will be led by the branches of our family tree from the 1950’s and 1960’s. Come worship with us as we “Continue to Strengthen Our Branches and Faith Together.”
Cookout Noon Hot Springs, Arkansas
At the family cookout we will “Branch Together into the Future.” We will focus on activities for our youngest Flowers family members, those born after the year 2000. We will wear Reunion T-Shirts.
Hotel Information:
The host hotel for the 2026 Flowers Family Reunion is the Embassy Suites at 400 Convention Center Blvd, Hot Springs, Arkansas. Room rates ranged from $174 for single occupancy to $184 for double, available June 25–29 and included daily breakfast and a complimentary evening reception. Parking was free across the street, with options for $10/night in front of the hotel or $20/night valet. Although reservations were made through www.hilton.com or by calling “501-624-9200“, the hotel has now reached full capacity and is no longer accepting bookings.
A second hotel block is available at Hotel Hot Springs, 305 Malvern Ave, Hot Springs, AR, with rates of $139 for a single and $149 for a double, valid June 25–28, 2026. Breakfast is included, and self‑parking is $12 per night. Reservations can be made at www.hotelhotsprings.org or by calling “501‑623‑6600” using the code “Flowers Family Reunion.” The cutoff date to secure these rates is May 26, 2026.
A third hotel block is available at Oaklawn Casino/Hotel, 2705 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR, with single or double rooms at $180 per night from June 25–29, 2026. Breakfast is not included, but complimentary self‑parking is available, and valet parking is $20 per day. Reservations can be made at www.oaklawn.com or by calling “501‑363‑4625″ using the code “BKG1577.” The cutoff date to secure this rate is May 26, 2026.