2026 Heartland Family Weekend

June 25-28, 2026

St. Louis, MO

About the Event

A crew of deep-sea explorers from the Sea Exploration Agency is on a mission to explore the deepest depths of the ocean in search of knowledge about its Creator—and your family is invited too, as a SEA agent in training! As our crew travels deeper and deeper below the surface, you will experience the wonders of creation, face a few challenges, and discover that knowing our Creator doesn’t require a special badge or a submarine. Our faith grows deeper when we spend time with God, spend time with others, use our gifts to serve, and share our stories of faith. This is for all families with a child in K–5th grade (2026–2027 school year). We will have fun family lessons, worship, activities, and games!

While this event is designed for K–5th graders, the whole family is welcome! Please register every family member attending, from infants to adults. We will provide dedicated childcare and age-appropriate activities for children outside the K–5th grade group at specific times during the weekend.

Please note that as this is a family weekend, all child attendees must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Dates:

Opening session begins on Thursday evening, June 25th, and concludes with our Sunday worship on Sunday, June 28th.

Venue Location

Gateway City Church - St. Louis

9330 Stansberry Avenue

St Louis, MO 63134

Fees

Registration is per person. All registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Adult Registration: $30/person
Youth entering grades 6-12, 2025-26 school year: $15/child
Children age 5th grade and under ('25-'26 school year): Free, but should still be registered

Lodging

No lodging will be provided for this event; families must find and secure their own lodging for the weekend. Recommended hotels: