1. Welcome Reception
On registration day, the Congress will open with a warm and heartfelt welcome reception. Participants from around the world will gather for the first time in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere—beginning their journey of sharing, learning, and connecting over the days ahead.
2. Opening Ceremony
The grand Opening Ceremony will take place at the Olympic Winter Games venue—Chongli Ice & Snow Grand Theater in China. Blending tradition with modernity, the ceremony will feature captivating performances, keynote addresses from distinguished guests, and the symbolic lighting of the Global Campfire—celebrating the unity and innovation of the international camp community, and officially launching this landmark event.
3. Keynote Speeches
Renowned global leaders, scholars, and cross-sector guests will deliver keynote speeches on the Congress’s core themes. Covering topics in technology, education, culture, and economics, these sessions will provide participants with forward-looking insights and inspiration.
4. Plenary / Large-Scale Seminars
Led by internationally recognized experts and industry leaders, these high-level seminars will tackle key issues shaping the field. Delivered through keynote talks, roundtables, and multi-speaker forums, they offer all participants valuable content and macro perspectives.
5. Parallel Workshops
Workshops will be organized around six thematic tracks: Camps & Technology、Camps & Education、Camps & Culture、Camps & Diversity and Inclusion、Camp & Industrial Economy、China Camp & Global Insights. Participants will gain practical skills and knowledge through simulations, case studies, experience-sharing, and interactive exercises.
6. Featured Activities
More Featured Activities to Come – Stay tuned for additional highlights.
1. Special Gala Dinner – Enjoy fine cuisine and cultural performances in a festive atmosphere, fostering international networking and informal exchanges.
2. Youth-led Evening Party – Designed and hosted by young people, this vibrant social gathering will blend music, dance, and camp traditions to deepen friendships in a joyful setting.
3. Research Showcase – Presentations and exhibitions of scholarly reports and practical studies on camp education from around the world, advancing academic knowledge and industry development.
4. Camp Tours – Organized site visits to outstanding local camps and cultural/natural attractions, offering participants firsthand exposure to local practices and regional culture.
5. Friendship Corner – A dedicated exhibition and reception area for associations and camps worldwide to showcase memorabilia, brochures, and engage in exchanges.
6. ICF Lounge – The official hospitality and information hub of the International Camping Fellowship, offering historical displays, membership registration, program consultations, partnership discussions, and sponsorship opportunities.
7. #ThanksToCamp Campaign – An interactive movement encouraging participants to share stories of how camp has positively impacted lives, amplifying camp’s warmth and social value.
8. Women in Camp Summit – Focusing on women’s roles, leadership, and contributions in the camp industry through themed discussions and case sharing, promoting diversity and equity.
9. Youth Summit – Featuring youth delegates as speakers and panelists, this summit highlights the voices of young people in shapingthe future of camp—“by youth, for youth.”
10. ICF Awards – Celebrating individuals, camps, and organizations that have madeoutstanding contributions to the global camp movement, setting benchmarks for excellence.
11. Bill Bowker Scholarship – Mobilizing support for this scholarship fund to sponsor exceptional camp professionals and youthrepresentatives worldwide to attend international training and congresses.
12. ICF Strategic Partnerships – Opening opportunities for enterprises and organizations to become ICF priority partners, supportingglobal camp development while gaining long-term visibility and collaboration benefits.
7. Closing Ceremony
The Closing Ceremony will capture the Congress’s most memorable moments, announce outcomes and industry initiatives, and feature the ceremonial handover of the Congress flag—bringing ICC2026 to a successful conclusion and looking ahead to the 14th International Camping Congress in 2029.
More exciting segments are coming soon! Stay tuned!