September 2026

Annual Convention

Three Days of Culture, Community & Celebration

Join JAT families from across North America for the premier cultural event of the year. Wrestling tournaments, folk performances, heritage exhibitions, and community connection.

September 12–14, 2026

Three Days of JAT Culture

An unforgettable weekend celebrating the three pillars of JAT identity — Kisaan, Yodha, and Pehlwan.

Day One — Kisaan

Agriculture heritage exhibition, farmer recognition awards, Green Revolution panel discussion, and community dinner. Celebrate the farmer foundation of JAT identity.

Day Two — Yodha

Military heritage exhibition, veteran recognition ceremony, defense forces panel, and awards dinner honoring JAT servicemen and women from across the community.

Day Three — Pehlwan

Kushti wrestling tournament with competitors from akharas across North America, folk dance performances, dhol drumming competition, and the grand awards gala.

Event Highlights

What awaits you at Convention 2026

SportKushti Tournament

Wrestlers from 12 akharas across the US and Canada compete in the annual championship. A crowd-favorite tradition at every convention.

CultureFolk Performances

Dhol drumming groups, bhangra teams, and folk singers from across the JAT diaspora perform. The dance floor stays full all three nights.

HonorAwards Gala

The annual awards dinner honors outstanding JAT families and individuals. Military veterans, farmers, athletes, and community leaders are celebrated.

Be There, JAT Family

Bring the whole family. Children welcome. Vegetarian meals provided. Hotel room block available at discounted rates.