Get ready—ASCENT 2026 is leveling up the fun! Each night of camp will feature a special theme, and both campers and counselors are encouraged to dress up and get creative. Every evening’s theme will connect directly to that night’s late-night party. Whether you go all-in with a full costume or keep it simple with themed accessories, the goal is the same: have fun, build memories, and show off your best fits! And yes—there will be prizes. Each night, the Top 3 best-dressed participants will win a gift card, so bring your A-game and your best creativity.
TOURIST NIGHT with a SPLASH BASH | Saturday
It’s Tourist Night—so break out the Hawaiian shirts, floppy hats, and cameras on lanyards! Then head outside for our Splash Bash: a wild mix of water games, slip and slides, and an epic 30-foot water slide that you’ll want to ride again and again. Warning: you will get drenched.
NEON NIGHT with a SILENT DISCO | Sunday
Light up the night with your brightest colors, glow sticks, and neon gear! Tonight we’re turning camp into a glowing, electric experience as we crank up the energy and let the colors shine. After the main session, we’ll end the night with a Silent Disco, where everyone throws on headphones and dances to their own beat. It’s neon, it’s wild, and it’s one of the most unforgettable nights of ASCENT!
DRESS LIKE YOUR YOUTH PASTOR NIGHT with a TALENT SHOW | Monday
Tonight is your chance to channel your inner youth pastor—so break out the graphic tees, flannels, lanyards, skinny jeans, dad jokes, oversized Stanley cups, or whatever signature style your pastor rocks! Come dressed in your best imitation and get ready for some laughs. The night wraps up with the legendary Cord Werth Talent Show, where students and leaders take the stage to show off serious skills… and some not-so-serious ones.
DYNAMIC DUO NIGHT with AFTERGLOW GAMES | Tuesday
Grab your best friend, small group buddy, or leader and come dressed as an iconic Dynamic Duo—the funnier or more creative, the better! After the session, we’ll wind down with Afterglow Games, a cozy late-night hangout featuring campfire marshmallows, 9-Square, campfire worship, and more. It’s the perfect mix of laughter, connection, and meaningful moments under the stars.
