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Attendees gather at the 2026 Desert Days, a conference of young single adults held in Chandler, Arizona, January 23-25, 2026. Photo by Kary Ann Hoopes, courtesy of Church News.All rights reserved.This story appears here courtesy of TheChurchNews.com. It is not for use by other media.
By Kaitlyn Bancroft, Church News
Young single adults of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are invited to attend YSA conferences held in southern U.S. states throughout summer and fall 2026.
See additional details below.
June 19-21: Poplarville, Mississippi
The 2026 YSA Hattiesburg conference takes place June 19-21 in Poplarville, Mississippi, on the campus of Pearl River Community College. Tickets are $25 each.
The theme is “Joy in the journey.” Events include outdoor activities, a dance, speed dating, classes and guest speakers.
Register at bit.ly/437S1XR.
July 10-12: Marietta, Georgia
The 2026 Conference for Young Single Adults takes place July 10-12 in Marietta, Georgia, on Kennesaw State University’s Marietta campus. Young single adults ages 18-35 are invited to attend. Tickets are $85 each.
The theme is “In His hands.” Events include indoor and outdoor activities, service projects, classes, a devotional with former Young Men General Presidency First Counselor Brother Brad Wilcox, a fireside with John Schmidt of The Piano Guys and an opportunity for temple worship.
Register at bit.ly/42hRBO7.
July 17-19: Fayetteville, Arkansas
The 2026 NWA YSA Conference takes place July 17-19 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, on the University of Arkansas campus. Young single adults ages 18-35 are invited to attend. Tickets are $20 each until June 15, increasing to $30 each on June 16.
The theme is “Because of Him, we are the light of the world.” Events include outdoor activities, a dance, a service project, interactive workshops and a devotional.
Register at bit.ly/4fnXwJ9.
July 31-August 2: Tallahassee, Florida
The 2026 YSA Tallahassee conference takes place July 31-August 2 in Tallahassee, Florida, at a local Church building (3717 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee, Florida, 32306). Tickets are $75 each.
The theme is “Abide with Me.” Events include games, a dance, workshops, a service project and an opportunity for temple worship. Keynote speakers include Elder Kurt F. Scherer, an Area Seventy, and his wife, Allison.
Register at bit.ly/4e08KBc.
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Young adults visit a FamilySearch booth at the 2025 Utah Area YSA Conference at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Friday, August 29, 2025.2025 by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. All rights reserved.August 7-9: Valrico, Florida
The 2026 YSA Tampa Conference takes place August 7-9 in Valrico, Florida, at the Brandon Florida Stake Center (4806 Bell Shoals Road, Valrico, Florida, 33596-7105). Tickets are $100 each.
The theme is “Walk in His light.” Events include indoor and outdoor activities, a dance, workshops, a keynote address and a devotional.
Register at bit.ly/43FX9m6.
September 11-13: Charleston, South Carolina
The Rooted & Resilient in Christ Carolinas YSA Conference takes place September 11-13 in Charleston, South Carolina, at the Charleston Marriott (170 Lockwood Boulevard, Charleston, South Carolina, 29403). Tickets are $75 each.
The theme is “Look to God and live.” Events include indoor and outdoor activities, a masquerade gala, workshops and a keynote address.
Register at bit.ly/4uYHZo4.
Additional Conferences
The following conferences are scheduled between late August and early November. More information will become available at a later date.
- August 20-22: Orlando, Florida
- September 4-5: Birmingham, Alabama
- September 19: Jacksonville, Florida
- November 6-8: Nashville, Tennessee
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