FOR SUPPORTERS, PARENTS, ALUMNI, PARTNERS, AND FRIENDS
February 12-16, 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 opens on Wednesday, September 17, on the same day as teen registration! 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
From noon Thursday to noon Friday, join fellow communal leaders to explore some of the key issues of our time in conversations that put teens at the center. Past speakers during the IC Supporter Experience have included Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett; Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff; Michal Bitton, spiritual leader of Downtown Minyan; Avi Mayer, former Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Post; Noa Tishby, Israeli writer and activist; Rabbi David Wolpe; and others. This year’s program will offer opportunities to explore topics like Israel, the future of Jewish teen education and connection, and new approaches to talent development in the age of AI.
Dates: Friday, February 13 - Saturday, February 14
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
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
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.
Adult and teen registration paths are separate. Both registration forms open on September 17.
As teen registration is expected to sell out quickly, we strongly recommend registering your teen first, and then completing your registration as an adult using the adult registration path.
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.
