June 15 - 18, 2026
St. Louis, MO
schedule
Schedule
Monday, June 15
6:00 PM
IBQ Opening Reception (location TBD)
7:00 PM
Opening IBQ Tournament (location TBD)
Tuesday, June 16
8:00 AM
Registration (Life Church)
9:00 AM
NTE Orientation (Life Church)
10:00 AM
NTE Session 1 (Life Church)
10:00 AM
IBQ Session 1 (Messenger Church)
12:00 PM
Break
2:00 PM
NTE Session 2 (Life Church)
2:00 PM
IBQ Session 2 (Messenger Church)
5:00 PM
Break
7:00 PM
Summerfest Service + Kick-Off Party
Wednesday, June 17
8 AM - 12 or 1 PM
Sports Tournaments (location TBD)
12:00 PM
Break
2:00 PM
NTE Session 3 (Life Church)
2:00 PM
IBQ Session 3 (Messenger Church)
5:00 PM
Break
7:00 PM
Summerfest Service + Sports Tournament Finals
Thursday, June 18
9:00 AM
Missions Outreach
2:00 PM
NTE Session 4 (Life Church)
2:00 PM
IBQ Session 4 (Messenger Church)
5:00 PM
Break
6:30 PM
NTE Encore Performances
7:00 PM
Summerfest Service + Awards
Summerfest is about connecting kids and teens from across the nation who are striving to impact the world in which we live. Summerfest is about connecting parents, pastors, leaders, and people who love, believe, and support the next generation.
schedule
Schedule
Monday, June 15
6:00 PM
IBQ Opening Reception (location TBD)
TBD
7:00 PM
Opening IBQ Tournament (location TBD)
TBD
Tuesday, June 16
8:00 AM
Registration (Life Church)
Life Church
9:00 AM
NTE Orientation (Life Church)
Life Church
10:00 AM
NTE Session 1 (Life Church)
Life Church
10:00 AM
IBQ Session 1 (Messenger Church)
Messenger Church
12:00 PM
Break
2:00 PM
NTE Session 2 (Life Church)
Life Church
2:00 PM
IBQ Session 2 (Messenger Church)
Messenger Church
5:00 PM
Break
7:00 PM
Summerfest Service + Kick-Off Party
8 AM - 12 or 1 PM
Sports Tournaments (location TBD)
TBD
12:00 PM
Break
2:00 PM
NTE Session 3 (Life Church)
Life Church
2:00 PM
IBQ Session 3 (Messenger Church)
Messenger Church
5:00 PM
Break
7:00 PM
Summerfest Service + Sports Tournament Finals
Wednesday, June 17
9:00 AM
Missions Outreach
2:00 PM
NTE Session 4 (Life Church)
Life Church
2:00 PM
IBQ Session 4 (Messenger Church)
Messenger Church
5:00 PM
Break
6:30 PM
NTE Encore Performances
7:00 PM
Summerfest Service + Awards
Thursday, June 18
Randy Lawrence
Dallas Herndon
Karl Härgestam
Speakers
*Summerfest Breakout Sessions: Make plans to join us for this BRAND NEW Addition to SUMMERFEST! While all of your students are in a Worship Experience, we have breakout sessions that are designed to help equip and train you as a leader who ministers to the Next-Gen. These workshops are designed for: Youth & Children's Leaders/Pastors, Senior Pastors, Parents & anyone desiring to serve or lead the Next Generation.
Workshop Topics Include:
-Parenting
-Discovering KUEST
-Children’s Ministry
-Mental Health
-Preaching Next-Gen Messages
Summerfest FAQ
What is an Event Pass?
An event pass is basically your entry pass to all things Summerfest. Everyone in attendance ages 6 & up must have an event pass.
Yes, everyone attending ages 6 & up (including performers) must have an event pass.
I registered my talent entry for the National Talent Finals, do I need to register for anything else?
Yes, everyone attending ages 6 & up (including Bible quizzers) must have an event pass.
I’ve registered by Bible Quiz team for the IBQ finals, do I need to register for anything else?
The Afterparty is included with your event pass, for ages 19 & Under. Adults may attend the afterparty but would be required to purchase a ticket if desiring to participate in the activity.
Does it cost more money to attend the Summerfest Afterparty Wednesday Night?
YES! We will have two incredible worship experiences for them to participate in as well as our Summerfest Afterparty.
I have some students that are interested in coming to Summerfest that aren’t participating in talent or bible quiz, is there anything for them?
Yes, we have a great discounted rate to offer you for our fun day on Friday, June 23rd. Tickets may be pre-ordered (available April 1st) or purchased at the door (limited quantity available).
Do you offer discounted tickets for the fun day at Six Flags in Texas?
Registration
Summerfest bundles
(Gold & Silver packages must be purchased before June 1st)
Gold Package | $105 ($15 savings)
Includes: Summerfest Event Pass, Summerfest T-Shirt, Ticket to Six Flags over Texas*, bonus $5 Impact Store Credit
Silver Package | $65
Includes: Summerfest Event Pass, Summerfest T-Shirt
Registration Prices
Summerfest Event Pass: $55 (before June 1st)/ $65
Extras
Summerfest T-Shirt: $16
Six Flags over Texas Ticket: $44
Registration Prices
Summerfest Event Pass: $55 (before June 1st) /$65
Extras
Summerfest T-Shirt: $16
Six Flags over Texas Ticket: $44
All attendees (ages 6 & up) must have an EVENT PASS to attend Summerfest – this INCLUDES NTE & IBQ Participants.
An EVENT PASS is separate from your NTE Finals Entry Registration and IBQ Finals Registration.
After Party
The Summerfest Afterparty provides an exciting time for students to hangout with students from all over, enjoy exciting games/attractions.
Internship
Our Summerfest Internship experience provides a unique experience for young leaders to develop their calling through hands on ministry experience. Interns will learn valuable life lessons, while working alongside committed, proven leaders.
*Students who intern can still be participants in the NTE & IBQ Finals
Family Fun Day
We've got some incredible rates secured for your group to join us at our FUN DAY in the park at Dollywood who just landed the award for the
#1 Rated Theme Park in 2022 by Trip Advisor.
Venue
All Summerfest events (excluding the Afterparty on Wednesday Night) will take place at the Gatlinburg Convention Center located at 234 Historic Nature Trail Gatlinburg, TN 37738.
*Due to the limited number of parking spaces and traffic flow, it is highly recommended to stay at one of the hotels within walking distance of the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
Venue
Life Church STL
1416 Larkin Williams Rd
Fenton, MO 63026
Messenger Church
602 summit Rd
Fenton, MO 63026
