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We invite you to join your fellow family members for a weekend of fun, fellowship and learning at this year’s COGWA Winter Family Weekend!

When is it?
Tuesday, Dec. 22, through Saturday, Dec. 26, 2026.

Tuesday (Dec. 22) is arrival day, and we will open the event with cornhole, bunco and karaoke! The primary events will begin on Wednesday morning (Dec. 23).

Where is it?
The beautiful Galt House Hotel and Convention Center
140 N. Fourth St., Louisville, KY 40202

What is this year’s theme?
This year’s theme is “For Such a Time as This.”

The theme is based on Esther 4:14: “Yet who knows whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this?”

Join us to be encouraged to step up with courage, take bold action and trust God’s guidance in every challenge, while we explore how each of us has been uniquely called—to grow, serve and make a difference—right now!

Do I need to register? If so, when and how?
Yes! We will open registration via a link in your COGWA member portal on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026.

Are there any fees?
All attendees aged 13+ are charged a WFW event fee of $25.

An all-inclusive sports fee* is $30 per person. The maximum sports fee per family (all living under one roof) is $100.

There are no registration or sports fees for anyone under the age of 13.*

*Note: Registering a preteen for a teen sport will result in a sports fee.

There are additional special activities** that will require a fee, such as the Main Event, Kentucky Science Center, Top Golf and bourbon tasting. Prices will be posted on the WFW website before registration and shown in the portal during registration.

**Note: Special activity fees are separate from event and sports fees and do not count toward the $100 household sports maximum.

There are no additional fees for activities such as the dances, ladies’ tea, art show, karaoke, preteen arts and crafts classes, family fun fair, continuing education classes, Sabbath school or the pizza dinner.

Are meals included?
Except for the free pizza dinner, attendees are on their own for meals. In the past, some families have chosen to bring their own food to enjoy in their room.

The Galt House Hotel has several on-site restaurants, and there are several other restaurants within walking distance for those who don’t wish to drive.  

What are the housing costs?
The rate for 2026 is $95 (plus tax) per night per room with either two queen beds or one king bed. Galt House garage parking is a one-time $22 charge per car for the entire WFW.

Rooms include a parlor area with a sofa, sink area, single-serve coffee maker and mini fridge.

Please note that not all rooms have a sleeper sofa. If you need to sleep additional people in the parlor area, please plan accordingly.

When and how can I make hotel reservations?
Your WFW registration confirmation email will contain a special link for you to make your hotel reservations at the Galt House Hotel. You will also find a link on the WFW website just prior to registration opening. There is a deadline of Dec. 18, 2026, to make hotel reservations.

When and where will the schedule of activities and seminars be posted?
A general list of activities and the schedule will be posted on the activities page of the WFW website and on the COGWA Events app just prior to registration.

Will there be a dance, and what is the theme?
Yes! We will have two dances on Thursday evening, Dec. 24. There will be a costume dance for families and for young adults. The theme will be “Board Games Come to Life.” These are costumes inspired by board games, such as chess, card games, Monopoly, Scrabble, Clue, Life, etc. We will once again offer the opportunity for pictures in front of the “step and repeat” area, as well as prizes for best costume. No scary, vulgar or immodest costumes, please.

Will the Sabbath morning seminars and Sabbath services be available on the webcast?
Yes! More information will be made available prior to the WFW.