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The 2026 Western States Youth Gathering (WSYG) is excited to announce a partnership with the ELCA Youth Gathering and California Lutheran University (CLU). We will be celebrating the strengths of this partnership by coming together June 28th - July 1st, 2026, at California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks, CA. Both the WSYG and the Gathering have had a rich history of bringing young people together, and the partnership with CLU will only enhance the experience. 

We are expecting hundreds of young people and their adult leaders from across the country to attend. As a Gathering Expedition, the event will include various components, including the Gathering, main-stage sessions, interactive experiences rooted in faith formation, service, connection, nightlife, and more. Youth graduating 8th grade through those graduating 12th grade, including their adult leaders, are encouraged to register. Registration includes all housing, meals, and programming. Registration opened on December 15. We hope to see you in California!

Learn more - and get registered here!