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RECONNECT WITH GOD. HAVE FUN AS A FAMILY.

Holy Family Fest is a dynamic weeklong Catholic family vacation at Catholic Familyland®. Your family can experience a life-changing encounter with Our Lord that makes the Faith come alive!

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Reconnect with God

Stay in a gorgeous country setting. Be inspired by dynamic speakers. Embrace daily prayer and access to the Sacraments.

Have Fun As A Family

Sports. Hiking. Swimming. Bonfires. There’s something for everyone. (And that’s just outdoor fun!)

Take Your Experience Home

You’ll get the tools to practice what you witness here to stay spiritually energized and motivated after you leave.

Holy Family Fest 1

June 7 – June 13, 2025

Holy Family Fest 2

June 14 – June 20, 2025

Holy Family Fest 3

June 28 – July 4, 2025

Holy Family Fest 4

July 5 – July 11, 2025

Holy Family Fest 5

July 12 – July 18, 2025

Holy Family Fest 6

July 26 – August 1, 2025

Holy Family Fest 7

August 2 – August 8, 2025

What To Expect: PRAY Together

Holy Sacrifice of the Mass

Offered each morning

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Available every afternoon

Constant Access to Jesus in the Eucharist

In several chapels throughout our property

Holy Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet

Recited daily

What To Expect: PLAY Together

Morning: Inspiring Programming

Break-out groups for all ages

Afternoon: Free Time to Relax

Sports, swimming, and more…

Evening: Fun Family Activities

Bonfire & marshmallow roast, dance night, skits, and more…

Program for Teens & Young Adults

A place where they can be truly themselves

Who’s Speaking at Catholic FAMILYLAND®

 

Featured Speakers for Adults

Fr. Chris Alar, MIC

Speaking July 26-August 1

Msgr. James Shea

Speaking June 28-July 4

Featured Speakers for Youth

Nathan Crankfield

Speaking June 28-July 4 & August 2-8

Deacon John Green

Speaking June 7-13

Called To Serve?

Catholic Familyland® is the place to have an amazing summer serving God and families! Build your relationship with Christ, forge lifelong friendships and support families seeking to grow in faith and holiness.

16–18 year olds

19–24 year olds

CATHOLIC FAMILYLAND®

The Holy Family Fest takes place at Catholic Familyland®—a place set apart for families and home of the Holy Family of Fatima Prayer Site.

As a pilgrim to these holy grounds, we invite you to let go and let God, so that you can experience His grace in a powerful new way!

~20 minutes from Franciscan University of Steubenville

~45 minutes from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

Sponsors

We rely on the generous support of our sponsors to bring amazing, faith-filled experiences to hundreds of families every year.

Financial Assistance

Our “Family to Family” program makes AFC events like the Holy Family Fest accessible to families and individuals facing financial constraints. 

Thanks to the generosity of attending families, the program offers discounts on registration and basic lodging costs.

Plan Your Trip

Toothbrush? Check. Extra socks? Check.

Explore all the important stuff you need to know and to bring! We’ll help you show up prepared for an exciting week at Catholic Familyland®.

There are two Accessible Cabins located in our Holy Family Park that allow us to more fully accommodate families with physical needs who attend our events.

Priority will be given to those with physical needs first come/first serve according to application received date.

BRING YOUR FAMILY TO CATHOLIC FAMILYLAND®

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Pick Your Event

Choose a Holy Family Fest event to attend.

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Register & Pay

Book your stay entirely online.

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Have the Best Catholic Vacation. Ever.

And return home spiritually nourished and physically rejuvenated.

Spread The Word

We can’t do it without you! Help us reach families with the message of Family Consecration. Discover materials and helpful hints to spread the word.

Be an Ambassador

Your Family Can Become a Holy Family

To Jesus, through Mary, in union with St. Joseph.