Family Fest Ministries!
Family Fest is a Christ-centered, multi-denominational ministry focused on strengthening individuals, families and marriages. In partnership with churches, individuals and families, we provide a variety of family camps, couples retreats, family service opportunities, and keynote presentations, all designed to help families bring their Christian faith into everyday life.
Winter Weekend Family Retreats
Join us for Family Adventure, Faith, and Fun! The Winter Weekend Family Retreat at Grand View Lodge near Brainerd Minnesota, is one of the most premier winter family retreats in the country. Your family will enjoy deluxe accommodations, delicious food, lively worship, dynamic teaching, and incredible kids’ and family programs! Get out and enjoy the winter wonderland as you grow closer to God and to your family! Registration is now open. Space is limited so register soon.
January 16-19, 2026 & February 13-16, 2027 at Grand View Lodge
Summer Splash Family Camp
Family Fest Summer Splash is the ultimate Christian Family Camp. Experience five days and four nights of a family vacation experience that is both fun and deeply meaningful. From newborns to teens, our kid’s programs are exciting and fresh. Each day is filled with
programming that involves the whole family, bringing the family together for activities that everyone will enjoy. The week also includes incredible worship with awesome music, mixers, skits and a relevant message of God’s love for us and how we can live out our faith. Find out more!
August 6-10, 2025
Marriage Booster Retreat
Encouraging, Practical, Fun! Finding a little time for your marriage can be a challenge. Who has time to go away for an entire weekend anymore? The Family Fest Marriage Retreat is perfect for couples who want to get away from their hectic schedule and just focus on each other. This one-day format is perfect for couples on the go. The day is encouraging, energetic, romantic, faith-filled, and just plain fun. We look at this day more like a health club than a hospital for your marriage. Check it out. We think you will really like it.
Our next Marriage Booster is on Saturday, November 15th, 2025 at the Lost Spur Golf Course and Event Center, Eagan, MN.
Partnerships and Resources for Churches
Family Fest provides excellent marriage enrichment programs for your church, including full-day Marriage Booster Retreats and a two-hour evening Fan The Flame event. These programs are designed to bless and strengthen couples, offering them opportunities to reconnect, grow, and enrich their relationships.
We offer engaging, entertaining, informative, and faith-filled speakers for Cana Dinners, Marriage Workshops, Men’s Retreats, Women’s Retreats, Family Retreats, and Confirmation Programs. Our speakers bring a dynamic blend of inspiration and practical insights to help participants grow in their faith and relationships.
Family Fest can assist your team in discovering new ways to engage families and youth in your ministry. With years of experience to draw from, Family Fest offers valuable insights and strategies. The first meeting is complimentary, providing an opportunity to explore how we can support your ministry goals.
Recent Updates
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