The 13th International Camping Congress (ICC2026) will center around six core themes, bringing together global leaders, practitioners, and innovators in the camp education sector to explore cutting-edge trends, challenges, and opportunities. Through diverse perspectives and in-depth dialogue, we aim to advance integration, innovation, and sustainable development in the global camp industry.
Camp & Technology
The integration of camps and technology has become an unstoppable trend shaping the future of the industry. Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world at an unprecedented pace, and the "AI+" model is rapidly permeating various sectors. For the camp industry, embracing AI is an unavoidable pathway to development. Camps must actively engage with emerging technologies to achieve leapfrog growth and explore entirely new forms of operation. How to integrate technology into camps and fundamentally transform operational and service systems is key to expanding the industry’s horizons and upgrading traditional models for a new era.
Camp & Culture
Culture is the soul of national heritage and the expression of regional identity, embodying the wisdom and depth of human civilization. Camps, as immersive experiences, provide an open and inclusive platform to showcase diverse cultures, creating unique cultural experiences. How can camps root themselves in culture—from high-level design to detailed execution—while seamlessly integrating multicultural elements to enrich the philosophy and essence of camping? Developing culturally distinctive camps is essential for achieving high-quality growth in a competitive market.
Camp & Education
Education, as a driving force for the future and a vehicle for cultural inheritance, occupies a critical position in society. With the growing emphasis on holistic education, camps are increasingly serving as innovative platforms for educational practice. The key lies in whether camps can fully leverage their resources and integrate effectively with educational objectives, thereby expanding learning boundaries and promoting comprehensive child development. Successfully doing so is central to gaining societal recognition for "camp education" and ensuring the industry’s sustainable growth amidst educational reform.
Camp & Diversity and Inclusion
With their rich resources and flexible nature, camps can evolve into multi-functional spaces encompassing camp education, recreation, sports, study tours, and more. In a rapidly changing society, the industry's long-term success depends on accurately understanding market demand, integrating resources, and building innovative, multi-dimensional operational models. Exploring and maximizing value across diverse fields, fostering synergy between business segments, and efficiently expanding camp functions are crucial strategies for enhancing competitiveness and societal impact.
Camp & Industrial Economy
In the era of diversified economic development, camps are emerging as engines driving regional growth. By deeply integrating with tourism, sports, education, and other industries, camps create rich and varied consumption scenarios. Driving related economies, expanding markets, stimulating industrial growth, and promoting upstream and downstream cooperation present new opportunities for the camp industry. These efforts are essential for optimizing industry structures and achieving sustainable economic development.
China Camp & Global Insights
Amid globalization, there is an urgent need for deeper connections and stronger exchanges among the global camp industry. Internationally, many advanced countries have accumulated extensive experience in camp construction, operations, and curriculum development. Domestically, China has developed a distinctive camp landscape with innovative models, contributing fresh ideas and solutions to the global industry. By embracing openness, inclusivity, and cross-cultural learning, the global camp community can collectively advance toward a more prosperous and excellent future.
We believe that high-quality topics and meaningful dialogue not only inspire reflection but also drive action. See you in Chongli, China, in November 2026! Together, let’s answer the questions of our time and shape the future of camp.