Question 1

What is YOCO?

Accepted Answer

YOCO is Michigan Youth Convention. This is an annual gathering of 6th-12th grade students from Assemblies of God churches across Michigan. It is a Friday/Saturday event typically held on the first weekend of November. We have relevant speakers, powerful worship, breakouts, vendors, and amazing opportunities for connection.

Question 2

Where is YOCO?

Accepted Answer

YOCO in 2026 takes place at Mount Hope Church in Lansing. 202 South Creyts Road, Lansing, MI 48917

Question 3

What is the price?

Accepted Answer

Online Registration pricing (until October 23 at 10pm):Students: $60 | Leaders: $35 Onsite pricing:Students: $70 | Leaders: $35Churches will obviously need to factor travel expenses, meals, and accommodations into their pricing. We will also have on-site late-night options available for an additional fee. Students are encouraged to bring spending money for vendors and snacks.

Question 4

What time does it start?

Accepted Answer

Check-in/On-site registration begins at 5:30pm on Friday.The first service on Friday night starts at 7pm.Breakouts begin on Saturday at 10:45am.

Question 5

Where can we stay?

Accepted Answer

Hotel room blocks are not provided for YOCO 2026. Be sure to reserve your lodging asap.

Question 6

What about meals?

Accepted Answer

Mount Hope will have its cafe (drinks only) open, with snacks available for purchase, but youth groups are responsible for their own meals. Groups are allowed to bring outside food into the Youth Center during lunch on Saturday. Churches should factor meal cost into their price or have students bring extra money.

Question 7

Will there be a late night activity on Friday?

Accepted Answer

We are pleased to say that we are bringing back late nights! We will have on-site options (more information to come), but youth groups are, of course, welcome to plan their own late-night activity off-site.

YOCO 2026

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