Montreat Youth Conference has officially concluded for the 2026 summer season. As we look back on this year’s event, we are filled with gratitude for everyone — attendees, volunteers, and staff members alike — who helped make it such an unforgettable experience. We would like to take some time today to say thanks and to provide you with an update about next year’s conference! First, for each conferee who showed up ready and willing to participate, we are immensely grateful! Your energy, laughter, creativity, and courage brought each conference to life. We hope that by participating in worship, connecting with friends, and exploring God’s …
You Can Have an Impact on Future Events
Every summer, thousands of young people travel to Montreat, NC and Maryville, TN to experience worship, recreation, music, and meaningful connection during Montreat Youth Conference and Montreat Middle School Conference. What many participants don’t know is that these events have been years in the making, directed by passionate groups of volunteers serving on conference Planning Teams. Montreat Youth Conference and Montreat Middle School Conference would not be possible without them! Planning Teams are made up of youth and adults who work together to shape nearly every aspect of the conference including selecting the theme and designing worship services, recreation events, keynote experiences, and small group activities. Organized approximately two years before each conference takes place, Planning Team members collaborate through virtual …
Growing in Faith and Friendship at Middle School Conference
Montreat Middle School Conference is quickly approaching! If you’ve never attended before, this event is a unique, faith-centered experience designed to help middle school students grow spiritually, build lasting relationships, and discover the joy of Christian community. We hope you will consider joining us! Below, we’ve collected more about this conference so that you know what to expect when bringing a group. The first thing to know is that Montreat Middle School Conference doesn’t take place in Montreat. Instead, the event is set on the campus of Maryville College in Maryville, TN. Maryville College is also affiliated with the Presbyterian …
Worship & Music Conference is for Youth, Too!
When people think about Worship & Music Conference, they often picture handbells, adult choirs, and organ recitals. And while those elements are certainly an important part of the experience, there’s another part of the conference that also deserves some attention: the youth programming. Children and youth who have completed third through twelfth grade are eligible to sign up for a variety of offerings during the conference developed specifically with their age and experience in mind. When they attend, they are considered full, active participants and join the entire community in learning new skills, sharing their talents, and making new friends. In this way, Worship & Music Conference plays a crucial role in developing young leaders by providing youth with meaningful opportunities for musical growth, faith formation, and lasting community. Each day, youth participants engage in their …
What to do in Your Free Time During Montreat Youth Conference
While Montreat Youth Conference offers many structured events and recreation opportunities, you will occasionally find yourself with a moment of free time and will be eager to find a way to spend it. In this article, we have collected some of our favorite ways to spend your time in Montreat and beyond.
Love Led Me to Montreat
For two amazing weeks, I had the joy of serving as a small group leader for Montreat Youth Conference 2019: Let Love Lead… My biggest regret? Why did I wait so long?!?… Read more.
This is Like, a Bob Ross Painting
“This is like, a Bob Ross painting,” says SK through deep breaths. A group of us are on Lookout Rock in Montreat for sunrise, and it’s becoming more worth the 5:30 a.m. departure as… Read more.