– JOIN US FOR THE 44TH ANNUAL CHESTERTON CONFERENCE –
GKC Comes to the Big EASY!
The Saints Go Marching In
July 24-26, 2025 | New Orleans, LA
The InterContinental New Orleans
Come for the intellectual stimulation, spiritual edification, fellowship & fun!
It’s a Chestertonian Carnival!
Join us for this year’s Chesterton conference, our annual three day reunion of friends, old and new. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Chestertonian joy and to learn how to live the spirituality of G.K. Chesterton in your everyday life. Bring a friend… bring your whole family!
GKC in the Big Easy! Experience the history, the jazz, the food, the culture, and the fun of New Orleans — all with a bunch of jolly Chestertonians at your side!
Featuring ...
Dale Ahlquist
Society of G.K. Chesterton
Cy Kellett
Catholic Answers
Marc Barnes
New Polity
Exploring a variety of topics worthy of Chesterton himself! Such as...
✦ Why did Chesterton hate jazz? And should we agree with him?
✦ What do Chesterton and Walker Percy have to do with one another?
✦ What about Chesterton and Nietszche?
✦ What is so special about Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem, Evangeline?
✦ What did Chesterton think of Sir Walter Scott?
… and more!
Hear more about this great event from Dale himself on this special Mardi Gras episode of our podcast:
✦ Joseph Pearce and Christopher Check – “Evangeline, by H. W. Longfellow”
✦ Ted Janiszewski – “Chesterton and Nietszche”
✦ Amy Fahey – “TBD”
✦ Fr. Spencer Howe, Chaplain of The Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton – “Good to be Alive: On the Wholesomeness of Celebrating Birthdays”
✦ David Deavel, Professor, University of St. Thomas – “The Happy Warriors: G.K. Chesterton and St. John Henry Newman as Satirists “
✦ Eric DeMeuse, Headmaster of Chesterton Academy of Milwaukee – “Witches, Wolves, and Will-o’-the-Wisps: Education as a Joyful Crisis”
✦ Joshua Russell, Headmaster of Chesterton Academy of the Sacred Heart – “The Sound of Ideas: Music as a Reflection of Philosophy Throughout the Centuries [+ Concert!]”
✦ Chuck Chalberg, President of History on Stage – “A Visit with Mr. Chesterton: Thoughts on Hope and Joy
Greet old friends and make new friends in a relaxed, convivial atmosphere!
Hotel Venue
This year’s conference will take place at the beautiful Intercontinental New Orleans. Book online or call the hotel at +1 888-424-6835. Mention the Chesterton Society for discounted rates for conference attendees – just $129/night!
InterContinental New Orleans | 444 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130
The saints, the most exalted of human figures, were also the most local.
- G.K. Chesterton
Notes and FAQs
SPECIAL PRICING
Members can take advantage of an exclusive discount, while supplies last. Find the member discount code in your member dashboard.
Special rates are also available for Clergy, Religious, Students (age 12-18), Undergraduates, and Faculty and Students from the Chesterton Schools Network. Select the appropriate ticket type at registration.
Children 11 and under are free. Find this ticket type in the “add-on” section of registration. Note: guests of any age who wish to take advantage of the buffet line or the banquet meal must have an individually purchased meal plan.
MEAL PACKAGES
A meal package of catered meals at the hotel may be purchased as an add-on to your conference registration. This year, we are offering two variations on the meal package:
- Regular 6-meal package: includes Thursday night dinner; all meals on Friday; and breakfast and lunch on Saturday. Tickets to Saturday evening’s closing banquet are sold separately.
- 5-meal “explorer” package: includes Thursday night dinner; breakfast and dinner on Friday; and breakfast and lunch on Saturday. Friday afternoon’s schedule provides a lengthy break, during which “explorer” package holders can venture into the city to experience a taste of local cuisine (at their own expense)! Tickets to the Saturday evening closing banquet are sold separately.
Meals at the hotel will be served buffet-style. When purchasing, guests will be asked to provide any dietary or allergy/sensitivity requirements, which organizers will pass on to the hotel. Meal packages must be purchased ahead of time; we are unable to sell meals on site.
CLOSING BANQUET
Banquet tickets are sold separately and include wine as part of the meal, as well as access to the wonderful Traditions period of the event. This joyful evening of jokes, toasts, songs, clerihews, and other fun is hosted by Dale Ahlquist and is a highlight of our annual conference. Hurry – seating is limited!
HOTEL VENUE
This year’s conference will take place at the beautiful InterContinental New Orleans at 444 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130. Book your room now using this special link to take advantage of the special conference rate of $129/night. If you prefer to reserve by phone, call the hotel at +1 888-424-6835 and be sure to mention the Chesterton Conference when booking.
REFUNDS
We are unable to issue refunds for any conference item (registration, meals, banquet tickets, or vendor tables) at any time. For more information, please contact the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton toll free at 1-800-343-2425.
Questions?
For more information or assistance, contact the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton toll free at 1-800-343-2425. See you at the conference!