FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GENERAL QUESTIONS
What is YTHCONF?
Youth Conference brings together a diverse community from many different cities, but all united under one name: JESUS. We would love for you to join us for a powerful weekend with other students & pastors from across Florida. Together, we will worship the Name that is above all names and celebrate the advancement of God’s kingdom in our state! It would be our honor to serve you at Youth Conference, November 8th-9th.
What is EDCONF?
Empowerment Conference & YTHCONF are BACK-TO-BACK on the same weekend. Students will get fired up and trained as Campus Missionaries (aka student leaders) and then get an opportunity to help and minister at YTHCONF!
If you want to learn more about the Holy Spirit, creative evangelism, & party with campus missionaries from all across FL, then we would love for you to join us for our Empowerment Conference this fall! This is a unique experience because it is truly peer-to-peer empowerment!
November 8th – 10 am – 3 pm
Where is the fall conferences located?
Peabody Auditorium: 600 Auditorium Blvd, Daytona Beach FL 32118
Who can attend?
- The target audience is 6th grade and up.
- Everyone is welcome, from large groups to individual attendees.
Will there be childcare provided?
- No. Families are extremely important to us. However, there will not be childcare provided during the conference.
- Please make outside arrangements for childcare if you plan to attend Youth Conference.
Who are the Guest Speakers?
- Chris Durso
- Tim Somers
- Natalie Barnoske
- Joe Barnoske
- Terry Parkman
- Youth Alive Team
- Ashley Lugo
- Fabiana McKown
Who is doing worship?
Youth Conference: UPPERROOM Worship
Empowerment Conference: Kingdom Culture and Jameil Walls
When does check-in and At-the-Door Registration open?
- Check-in and At-the-door registration will be open at 9:00 am and 3 pm on Friday, November 8th.
- Also, it will be open on Saturday morning, November 9th, at 8:00 am.
Will food be provided?
- EDCONF will provide a complimentary Lunch on Friday.
- All other meals are NOT included in the registration price.
- Food will be available for purchase, and there will be food trucks throughout the weekend.
- ALL OUTSIDE FOOD IS NOT ALLOWED IN THE CONFERENCE VENUE!
Where do I eat during the conference?
- The area has many food options during the entire event.
- ALL OUTSIDE FOOD IS NOT ALLOWED IN THE CONFERENCE VENUE!
What is the Block Party?
- The Block Party is on Friday evening after the service. This is a perfect time to get together as a community.
- This will be a great time with fun activities.
- There will be food trucks available for the evening Block Party.
What should I bring?
- Your friends, students, and leaders.
- Money for merchandise and food.
- Bring the fun and excitement!
How do I access the promotional materials?
We have provided a link to a download folder. Grab the graphics and videos to promote the conference for your group.
How do I reserve lodging and how much is it?
We encourage everyone to book rooms in the Conference hotel block at Hilton Daytona Beach. This will help us meet the required room block for PFYouth.
This will be the best experience for your entire group. The group rate is only $139 per room per night.
Is there free parking available at the Peabody or Hilton?
We are currently working on these details.
How do I contact PFYouth if I have a question?
Email us at youth@penflorida.org
Can we have one of the Youth Directors speak at our church?
Yes, we have an online speaking request form located here at this link. Fill out the form and we will respond to the request.
REGISTRATION QUESTIONS
What is the cost of the Youth Conference Pass?
- Super Early Admission is $80 per person (by Sept 30).
- Early Admission is $95 per person (by Oct 17).
- Online Admission is $110 per person (by Oct 31).
- Onsite Admission is $130 per person (after Oct 31).
- Pre-Order shirt is $20 (by Oct 31)!
- Preferred Seat is $15.
What is included in the conference registration?
YTH CONF TICKET:
- Conference admission includes all sessions from 10 am Friday to 5 pm Saturday, activities, and after-party.
Will there be any extra fees?
- The registration fee does NOT include merchandise purchases, transportation, food, or lodging.
- Please come prepared for extra purchases.
When does online registration close?
- Super Early Admission closes on Sept 30, 2024.
- Early Admission closes on Oct 17, 2024.
- Online Admission closes Oct 31, 2024.
- At-The-Door Admission stays open.
- Prepaid Preferred Seating is available at all times.
- Prepaid/Preordered T-shirts ends October 31, 2024.
Can I pay At-the-door?
- Yes, At-the-door is available for $130 per person.
- The preferred setting is available at the door.
What happens if I pre-order a t-shirt?
At check-in, the church leader can pick up your church’s order at the PFYouth Merch Booth.
What happens if I buy Preferred Seats?
- For 2024, we have changed the tickets to include seat numbers. You will get the seat that you purchased.
Is there a special price for the Youth Pastor?
- Youth Pastor and Spouse will receive a special gift at check-in.
- If you have 30 or more attendees, you will receive 2 FREE passes. This is intended to be a blessing to the youth pastors. However, we also want to bless the 30+ groups that may not have a YP as well.
Is there a special price for Lead Pastors?
- Lead Pastor and Spouse are Free.
- Both the Lead Pastor and Spouse must be in attendance to receive the 2 Free passes.
- If only the Lead Pastor or the Lead Pastor’s Spouse can attend, then only 1 FREE pass will be provided.
- If neither can attend, the group will not receive the Free pass.
Is there a special price for groups?
- There is no special price for groups.
- All tickets are the same price.
- 30+ will recieve an additional 2 free tickets.
Are there day passes or session passes available?
- There is no special day or session passes available.
- All attendees must pay the total price even if they can not attend the entire event.
- If there is a specific need please contact us at youth@penflorida.org.
When will I receive my conference pass / wristband / lanyard?
- A receipt is sent immediately to the email used for online registration. This receipt will be your conference pass at check-in. You can also download your tickets from that receipt.
- All wristbands will be handed out to the group leader at onsite registration.
- All t-shirt cards will be given to the group leader at onsite registration.
- Lanyards will be provided to Youth Pastors at onsite registration.
What is the refund policy?
After the Super Early deadline on September 30, 2024, all tickets are non-refundable but are transferrable within your group.