2026 Middle School Youth Gathering
YOUR FAITH SHOULD BE YOURS. THAT'S WHY IT'S TIME TO CHOOSE YOUR OWN FAITH ADVENTURE!
Middle School Youth Gathering returns to Great Wolf Lodge in Garden Grove, November 6th through 8th, to explore the theme of "Choose Your Own Faith Adventure." If you have youth in the Pacifica or Southwest California Synods who are entering 6th through 9th grades, this is the event for you.
Registration is now live, so click here to register. Register your group by October 15! High school students (grades 10 through 12) will also be welcome to come along for their own faith adventure during a special leadership track running alongside the gathering.
when?
Friday, November 6 beginning at 6:30 PM to Sunday, November 8 ending at 11:00 AM
where?
how much FOR the event?
Registration Fees (Non-Refundable) - INCLUDES WATER PARK ACCESS
$175 per person if registered BY September 15
$185 per person if registered BY October 1
$199 per person if registered AFTER October 1
The deadline to register is October 15 or when the room block is full, whichever comes first. Registration fees are due by check or credit card at the time of registration.
what does that include?
+All event programming
+Great Wolf Lodge Water Park Access (Valid on Saturday AND Sunday)
+Friday Night Pizza Party (9 PM)
+$50 Great Wolf Lodge Meal Gift Card
Please note - Parking is $15 per day, per car.
Bowling, arcade, and mini-golf NOT included.
how much are the accommodations?
Great Wolf Lodge Accommodations
Includes Friday & Saturday evenings
Family Suite - $525
Sleeps 4-6 People
2 Queen Beds, 1 Full Sleeper Sofa
Kid Cabin - $825Sleeps 6-7 People
1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bunk*, 1 Full Sleeper Sofa
*GWL bunk bed size is shorter and narrower than a typical twin and is recommended for those with a height of 5’5” or shorter.Completed Rooming List due is due by November 1, along with payment for hotel rooms reserved. ALL attending MUST be registered and included on a Rooming List - NO Exceptions! Groups must follow their congregation’s Child Safety Policies in making room assignments.
Access and complete the Rooming List using this Google Form. are there shirts?
Are you kidding? Of course there are!
T-shirts are available to order with registration until October 15
$20 each
Adult Sizes - Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL
ONE LAST VERY IMPORTANT THING!
Group leaders are responsible to bring completed parent permission/medical forms (in cooperation with their congregation's Child Safety Policies) with them and have them accessible during the event.
