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The 1st Grand Biennial Convention will be held on Saturday, 20 June 2026, at Royale Tagaytay Estates, located at 3VG8+P8X, Road, Alfonso, 4123 Cavite, Philippines.

The morning programme (Tree Planting and Courtesy Call to the Mayor of Tagaytay City) begins in the morning, and the main convention programme commences at 1:00 PM at the venue. The evening closes with the Grand Dinner at 6:30 PM and Grand Fellowship at 8:00 PM.

Delegates are encouraged to arrive at the venue by 1:00 PM when the main event commences and Brethren assemble. Convention registration opens on-site at 2:15 PM.

If you are joining the morning Tree Planting or Mayor's Courtesy Call, those activities begin earlier — please coordinate with your Lodge Secretary for the precise start time.

The required attire for the Convention is Master Gardeners' Attire. Grand Lodge Officers and presiding officers are expected to appear in full regalia for the ceremonial banner parade, Grand Conference, and Installation ceremony.

Guests and companions may dress in semi-formal attire appropriate for an evening banquet.

Yes — complimentary on-site parking is available for all registered delegates within the grounds of Royale Tagaytay Estates. Please follow the marshals' directions upon arrival.

The venue is approximately 90 minutes by vehicle from Metro Manila, via SLEX and the Sta. Rosa–Tagaytay Road. From Tagaytay City proper, continue along the road toward Alfonso.

For navigation, use the "Open in Google Maps" button in the Venue section of this page, or search "Royale Tagaytay Estates" on your preferred maps application.

Yes. The Grand Dinner at 6:30 PM is a formal banquet included with your registration for all delegates, officers, and guests. Light refreshments will also be available during the afternoon programme.

Dietary requirements (Vegetarian, Halal, Other) can be specified during online registration. The Committee will make every effort to accommodate your preferences.

Complete the online registration form on this page. Upon submission, you will receive an automated confirmation email with your registration details and payment instructions.

Your registration is considered fully confirmed once payment has been received. On-site registration will also be available at 2:15 PM on the day of the event, subject to availability.

Registration tiers are as follows:

Regular Delegate — ₱2,000 (open to all registered Brethren)
Guest / Companion — ₱1,500 (accompanying non-member spouse or family)
Past Master — ₱2,000 (discounted rate for Past Masters)
Master Gardener Candidate — ₱1,500 (for newly affiliated members)
Foreign Dignitary — Complimentary (by official invitation only)

Upon submitting your registration, you will receive payment instructions by return email, including accepted payment methods (bank transfer, GCash, and cash) and the confirmation deadline.

Please settle your registration fee before the deadline stated in your confirmation email to secure your Convention Kit.

Yes. Non-member spouses and family members may attend as Guest / Companion registrants at ₱1,500 each. Please indicate on the registration form that you are bringing a guest, and provide their name so their Convention Kit and seating can be prepared.

Yes. To cancel or modify your registration, please reply directly to your confirmation email with your request. Refund eligibility depends on the timing of your request relative to the confirmation deadline — the Committee will advise on a case-by-case basis.

Every registered delegate receives a commemorative Convention Kit that includes:

🎽 Convention T-Shirt — featuring the IAOFG Philippines beehive emblem (available S to 4XL)
☕ Commemorative Mug — premium ceramic with fraternal art
🪪 Lanyard & Delegate ID — your official credential for the convention
🖊️ Commemorative Pen — an elegant fraternal keepsake

Your Convention Kit will be distributed at the on-site registration table when you check in on the day of the Convention (2:15 PM, Royale Tagaytay Estates). Simply present your delegate confirmation (email or printed) and your name will be checked against the registered list.

Delegates who miss on-site check-in may coordinate kit collection afterwards with their Lodge Secretary or the Convention Committee.

The complete Convention Kit is exclusively available to delegates who have registered and confirmed payment before the deadline. Guests/Companions receive a Convention Kit appropriate to their tier.

Late or on-site registrants may receive a partial kit depending on availability of stock on the day.

We order T-shirts based on the sizes indicated during online registration, so please choose your size carefully. Size exchanges on the day are subject to availability of alternate sizes in stock at the registration table.

If you need to change your size after registering, please reply to your confirmation email as early as possible so we can update the order.

A limited number of additional commemorative items (extra mugs, pens, or T-shirts) may be available for purchase at the Convention subject to stock. Enquire with the Committee at the registration table.

We are honoured to welcome two distinguished Brethren from Scotland:

R.W. Patrick Carr (IOFG Scotland, Red Rose of Gethsemane Lodge Nr. 66) — speaking on the symbolism of the Square, Compasses, and Pruning Knife.

M.W.G.M. Iain Vincent (AOFG Scotland) — on Scottish Traditions since the 16th Century.

See the Speakers section for full details.

Tagaytay City offers a wide range of accommodations within 30 minutes of the venue, from guesthouses to hotels. The Convention Committee does not block-book rooms, but recommendations can be provided upon request. Please reply to your confirmation email if you'd like suggestions.

No. The Grand Biennial Convention is by fraternal invitation only, open to registered Brethren of the Independent Ancient Order of Free Gardeners (Philippines, Scotland) and associated fraternal orders, along with their accompanying guests and companions.

Yes. Official photographs and a limited video record will be taken during the ceremonial portions of the programme (banner parade, installation, banquet) for Grand Lodge archives and publication on our official channels.

If you wish to opt out of appearing in published photographs, please notify the registration team upon arrival.

For all enquiries, please see the Contact the Committee section below for the full list of organisers, or simply reply to your registration confirmation email — this reaches the Committee directly. You may also connect with IAOFG Philippines through our official Facebook page or YouTube channel (links in the footer).