Gather Conference

Gather Conference creates inspiring, educational, and affirming spaces for Latter-day Saint LGBTQ individuals, their families, and friends. Its primary mission is to foster a sense of belonging to one another and to Jesus Christ. Now in its fourth year, the event has become the largest community of identity-affirming and faith-affirming individuals seeking to deepen their connection to Christ while embracing their individual journeys.

The 2026 Gather Conference takes place November 12–14 at the Utah Valley Convention Center in Provo, Utah. The three-day event begins with an Opening Social on Thursday, November 12, from 7–9 p.m. (location to be announced). Conference programming runs Friday and Saturday at the venue. Doors open at 8 a.m., with sessions and breakout activities throughout each day and after-hours activities in the evenings.

Registration is required for all attendees. Scholarships are available thanks to previous donor support. Reduced-price tickets are available for youth ages 14 and older and college students. Youth attending Gather for Youth, held at the same venue and on the same dates, will have lunch provided Friday and Saturday.

The program features general sessions, breakout sessions, and activities, with presenters including religious leaders, artists, scholars, and advocates. Special activities include a living library, art show, and after-hours social events. Spanish translation and accessibility services, including ASL interpretation, are available for attendees who indicate the need during registration. All public areas at the venue are ADA compliant. More details about the schedule, presenters, and special events are available on the conference website.

The conference is organized by Lift+Love, a registered nonprofit. It is open to Latter-day Saint LGBTQ individuals, their families, friends, allies, and anyone interested in fostering a faith-affirming and identity-affirming environment.