VRC
The Volunteer Regional Convention is held over Thanksgiving weekend each year.
The West Tennessee Area will host VRC 43 November 28 – 30.
For more information, to register, and book your hotel room, visit the 2025.vrcna.org website!.
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The Volunteer Regional Convention (VRC) has a rich history of fostering recovery and unity in Narcotics Anonymous. The first VRC was held in Nashville, TN, in 1983. Since then, the convention has rotated across Tennessee, with VRC II in Knoxville and VRC III in Memphis
Fliers from some of the First Volunteer Regional Conventions:
VRC I – Nashville – Handwritten Flyer
VRC III – Memphis – Flyer
All VRC Themes in PDF
Even during the challenges of COVID-19, the VRC continued uninterrupted—Knoxville hosted VRC 2020 virtually, demonstrating the strength and resilience of our Fellowship.
Over the years, convention locations have included Memphis, Nashville, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Johnson City, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Murfreesboro, keeping the spirit of the VRC alive throughout the state.
For many years, VRC was a five-day convention held over Thanksgiving weekend, from Wednesday through Sunday. It was a rare tradition, drawing members from across the country to spend Thanksgiving with their NA family. While the host committee now has the option of hosting a 3-, 4-, or 5-day convention, most conventions today are 3-4 days long. Areas in Tennessee bid for hosting privileges, ensuring the VRC continues to rotate and bring members together throughout the state.
The purpose of the Host Committee is to coordinate and organize the annual Volunteer Regional Convention of Narcotics Anonymous (VRCNA). This event celebrates recovery while fostering unity and fellowship. With meetings, workshops, and activities designed to share experience, strength, and hope, the convention also provides an opportunity for newcomers to learn about our Fellowship, the Steps, and the Traditions.
