DakYouth

02/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who made Winter Connection 2026 a wonderful experience! Thank you to our host churches, leadership, and all the participants!

Discovering how each person fits into something bigger was at the heart of Winter Connection 2026, held this past weekend at three locations across the Dakotas. Each year, the event centers on a particular theme and scripture, paired with an intentional service component. The 2026 theme, “Function...

01/26/2026

Hey folks! If your church is planning on bringing youth to winter connection, but haven't registered yet - could you please let the area leaders know ASAP?
Southwest: QR Ack (Quaya Ackerman) and Paul Lint
Southeast: Seth LaBounty and Myself
North Dakota: Clay Lundberg and Bryce Blank

Thank you!

10/11/2025

Opening night of DAKYOUTH 2025!

09/30/2025

DAKYOUTH begins next Friday! See you in Aberdeen and check out VOTA's new song!

Official Music Video for "Magical" by VOTA.🎧 Listen to Magical: https://hypeddit.com/votamagical📍Stay in touch! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/votab...

09/24/2025

Hey Everyone! Early bird registration deadline is tomorrow!!!! Register to get an event shirt and lower price!

Also, please note that we received word that Roncolli isn't an option this year. If you're making a reservation at Quality Inn, the block pricing ends Sept 30. Please call between 7 a.m.-3 p.m. to make reservation(s).

09/17/2025

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09/17/2025

Looking forward to seeing you at DAKYOUTH 2025!

09/04/2025

Early Bird Registration is just 3 weeks away!

09/03/2025

Bryan and John from VOTA are excited to be with us at DAKYOUTH 2025!

08/13/2025

Who is excited to see VOTA in October?! We know we are! Check out their new music video!

Listen to "Try" on your favorite music provider: https://hypeddit.com/tryvota/presave

08/04/2025

We were in Aberdeen today making preparations for DAKYOUTH at the ARCC! They're excited to host! But they also let us know to make sure to book your hotel rooms ASAP! There is a big construction project in the area and a lot of the construction workers are booking up the rooms!

07/28/2025

DAKYOUTH 2025 is just 74 days away! Rachel Billups, VOTA, and more! Information can be found at https://www.dakotasumc.org/dakyouth/happenings/dakyouth

Registration is open!

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DAKYOUTH is an annual youth event like no other and is for both middle school and high school youth in the Dakotas Conference. Youth gather from all around the conference to learn about leadership, discipleship, and service. There are engaging speakers, workshops, inspiring worship, and fun entertai...