AYC-Archdiocesan Youth Conference

What is AYC? 

The Archdiocesan Youth Conference (AYC) is an annual gathering of Catholic youth in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. AYC provides young Catholics an opportunity to encounter the Love of Jesus Christ in powerful and life changing ways through the sacraments, prayer, community, and inspiring talks from keynote speakers and workshop presenters.

This event is sponsored by the Archdiocesan Office of Adolescent Catechesis and Evangelization. The theme, talks, workshops, and prayer experiences are developed by members of the Archdiocesan Youth Council serving on the AYC committee.

Dates?:
July 31 - August 2, 2026

Who?: For any incoming 9th graders (current 8th graders) through outgoing 12th graders (current seniors)

Where?: Hilton Americas-Houston
                1600 Lamar St. 
                Houston, TX 77010

Price?: 
Advanced Pricing: $230.00 ends May 31, 2026; Regular Pricing: $275.00 starts July 1, 2026 

Financial Aid? Thanks to the generous tithe of St. Laurence ​parishioners, we are able to provide some financial assistance if needed. Contact ​our registrar at ​[email protected] for more information.