FOR SUPPORTERS, PARENTS, ALUMNI, PARTNERS, AND FRIENDS
February 2026 • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
BBYO International Convention isn’t just for teens! Join hundreds of supporters, alumni, philanthropists, gamechangers, and special guests for an unforgettable weekend in Philadelphia as you experience IC 2026 firsthand. Watch as the future of our Movement takes shape, and experience the hope, optimism, and pride in our community that thousands of Jewish teens share. Plus, enjoy exclusive networking opportunities and adult-only gatherings that will grow your network and leave you feeling uplifted, connected and inspired.
Registration for the IC Adult Experience is open now—and we can't wait to welcome you! The event takes place over President’s Day weekend, and there are a variety of registration packages available to fit your schedule.
Dates: Thursday, February 12 - Friday, February 13
Cost: $395
From noon Thursday to noon Friday, join fellow communal leaders to engage directly with the thinkers, creators, and changemakers who will challenge us to rethink what Jewish leadership and identity can look like. With teens at the center, The Jewish Future, Unfiltered will feature a bold series of conversations around democracy, the future of Jewish education, and the impact of AI on humanity, that push beyond the familiar and into “what’s next.”
Participating in this year’s sessions will be a mix of voices including Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, Palestinian American humanitarian activist; Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, Central Synagogue; Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove, Park Avenue Synagogue; Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO, Anti-Defamation League; Rabbi Rachel Jacoby Rosenfield, CEO, Shalom Hartman Institute of North America; Gadeer Mreeh, Israeli Druze politician and journalist; Dan Senor, American writer and political adviser, and others, alongside BBYO teen leaders who are driving change in their own communities.
Dates: Friday, February 13 - Saturday, February 14
Cost: $350 ($250 if 40 years or younger)
Powered by the BBYO Alumni Association
Come together to reconnect, reminisce, and build new connections at BBYO’s largest global alumni reunion to date. From the vibrant energy of Shabbat with 5,000 attendees to the soulful close of Havdalah, join alumni and friends from across generations, industries, and cities for a weekend filled with meaningful conversations, shared memories, and new opportunities. Whether you’re catching up with old friends or expanding your professional network, this is your chance to be part of something truly special.
Saturday will include an opportunity to participate alongside teens in IC Limmud, a highlight of IC, as delegates and adults hear from an incredible lineup of educators, entrepreneurs, visionaries, and inspiring leaders from around the world. Plus, enjoy access to inspiring mainstage moments—past speakers have included Shoshana Bean*, Grammy- and Tony-nominated actress; Gabby Douglas, U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist; Paul Finebaum*, ESPN broadcaster; actor and writer Simu Liu; and Megan McCain, TV personality and entrepreneur.
*BBYO Alum
Dates: Wednesday, February 11 - Sunday, February 15
Cost: $695
Guests traveling to IC from outside the United States are invited to join us from Wednesday, February 11 through Sunday, February 15 for an impactful five-day gathering. The IC International Experience includes programming on Wednesday for leaders across our global Movement, IC Opening Ceremonies on Thursday, Shabbat celebrations special events on Saturday, and sightseeing across Philadelphia on Sunday.
Dates: Thursday, February 12; Friday, February 13; or Saturday, February 14
Cost: $50
Join the BBYO community to experience a day at IC. Day Pass tickets include access to programming at IC throughout the day and evening. Here’s a quick overview of the key moments throughout the weekend: IC programming and Opening Ceremonies take place on Thursday; IC programming and LEADS Day tracks with teens take place on Friday; and Limmud sessions with teens and Havdalah take place on Saturday.
Below are adult events open to parents, alumni, and community members across the weekend. If you’d like to attend these events and receive access to IC during the day, please use the Day Pass registration link here.
We’re also looking for BBYO parents, alumni, supporters, families, and friends across greater Philadelphia to host teens from outside the United States in the days leading up to IC 2026. Help BBYO to welcome hundreds of international delegates to our host community, as you and your family become a part of an extraordinary IC experience. Learn more here.
Thursday Evening, February 12
Cost: $75 (free for Global Ambassadors Week hosts)
In addition to teen BBYO members, adults over the age of 21 and their families are invited to join us for the IC Adult Experience—including alumni, parents, supporters, and friends. High school students may only attend IC if they are members of BBYO who are registered for the teen IC experience (teens are not permitted to register for the IC Adult Experience with their families).
Children who are in eighth grade or below are permitted to attend IC with their families and must be supervised at all times while at IC.
Please review the package descriptions on the IC adult registration site to explore the dates you can attend IC. We offer the IC Stakeholder Experience (midday Thursday to midday Friday), IC Alumni & Friends Shabbat (Friday evening to Saturday evening), and an IC International Experience for those who want to experience the magic of IC across the full weekend (Wednesday to Sunday). There is also an option to purchase a day pass for Thursday, Friday or Saturday at IC, and attend specific programs on those days.
IC 2026 takes place in Center City, Philadelphia, close to world-class restaurants, shopping, and historic landmarks. Please note for security purposes, the specific name and location of IC will not be released until a few days before convention begins.
This year, adult guests at IC will stay at a separate hotel directly across the street from the main IC site. Hotel accommodation may be added to your IC adult registration at an extra cost of $240 per night. Alternatively, adults are invited to book their own offsite accommodation, but please note that BBYO does not offer any discounted block rates at other hotels. Transportation will not be provided between hotels and the main IC site.
For guests attending the IC Stakeholder Experience, meals are provided from Thursday lunch at 12:00 PM through breakfast on Friday.
Guests attending the Alumni & Friends Shabbat are invited to join BBYO for Friday night Shabbat dinner followed by a dessert oneg; brunch on Saturday morning, and Saturday dinner.
Guests attending the Five-Day Experience receive dinner on Wednesday; lunch and a Welcome Reception on Thursday; breakfast, Shabbat dinner, and dessert oneg on Friday; and brunch and dinner on Saturday.
Day Pass registrants may add on (purchase) a meal during the day of their pass, as part of their registration process.
Absolutely! We’re excited to welcome future Alephs and BBGs to experience the magic of International Convention alongside our alumni and guests. Please note that anyone under the age of 21 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times while in the convention space. High school-aged teens must be registered as official IC teen participants, stay onsite with other teen delegates, and participate for the full duration of the program. Guests ages 5 and under may attend free of charge, and all guests—regardless of age—must be registered to access convention spaces. Families hosting BBYO teens during Global Ambassadors Week may register their children as guests free of charge, provided they are not high school aged.
Adult and teen registration paths are separate. Teen registration will open on September 17, and adult registration will open shortly after at a date to be announced soon. Stay tuned for updates!
As teen registration is expected to sell out quickly, we strongly recommend registering your teen as soon as possible.
Yes! We are very interested in hearing from alumni or other adults who want to speak at IC. We are looking for talented alumni to lead workshops and sessions at IC, and also interested in hearing from those who want to speak on a panel about a topic of expertise. Click here to learn more about becoming a guest speaker at IC and apply here. (For some speakers, your time at IC could be funded by BBYO for the days on which you are speaking.) After we receive your application, a member of our team will be in touch.
As our top priority, BBYO takes every precaution regarding security at IC. All policies, procedures, and protective measures are implemented in full collaboration with renowned security services that keep some of the American government's highest profile events safe as well as with all local, state, and national police and intelligence departments. More information is available upon request by delegates or delegate families of registered teens.
In addition, all adult attendees at IC will be required to consent and adhere to the BBYO IC Adult Code of Conduct.
If you have any questions about the IC Adult Experience, please contact icsupporters@bbyo.org and a member of our team will be in touch.
