Dec. 23 to Dec. 28, 2025
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Join us from December 23th-28th at the Champion Mill Conference Center in Hamilton, Ohio
Get Ready! Winter Family Weekend 2025 is Coming Soon!
The planning team is hard at work, and this year's theme is "Fueled by Faith!" We're building on the amazing foundation of past years to create our most exciting and well-rounded Winter Family Weekend yet. We've listened to your feedback and are designing a weekend packed with opportunities for Faith, Fellowship, and Fun!
While we finalize the details, get a sneak peek of what's in store and discover how you'll get fueled by taking our new quiz below!
Faith, Fellowship, Fun: Here's What's in Store
This year's weekend is packed with ways to get fueled! While the days are filled with fun and fellowship, the spiritual core of our weekend is designed to deepen your faith and connection with God.
- Fuel Your Faith: The Heart of the Weekend
The entire weekend is a journey to fuel your faith. Begin your week by diving deep into God's Word with our themed seminar series, including "The Fuel of God's Word" on Wednesday and "Fueled for Life" on Thursday. This all builds toward the centerpiece of our gathering: a full Sabbath dedicated to spiritual rejuvenation. The day begins with a warm fellowship breakfast, followed by two in-depth Sabbath morning seminars and inspiring Sabbath Services, with a sermon from UCG President John Elliott. - For the Athletes
Multiple days of action-packed Basketball, Volleyball, and Pickleball tournaments in the state-of-the-art Mill 1 Gymnasium. - For the Family
The can't-miss Jelly Live! Show, a Family Carnival with games for all ages, and a full slate of kid's activities, including both a Children's Drop-in Play Area and the structured Preteen P.E. Activity. - For the Social Connectors
The return of the high-energy Teen Dance (with a full Ice Cream Sundae Bar!) and an exclusive YA Social & Speakeasy featuring a hosted mocktail bar and a 21+ cash bar with a professional bartender.
So, How Will You Get Fueled?
With so many exciting activities, from inspiring seminars to action-packed sports, there’s truly something for everyone at WFW 2025. To help you get a sneak peek of your perfect weekend, we've created a fun, quick quiz.
Answer the five quick questions below to discover your weekend vibe and get a personalized preview of the exciting activities we have planned. Keep track of your answers!
1. It's Tuesday, the first night, and you've just checked in. Where are you heading first?
- A. Straight to the Waterfront Hall for the Sports Welcome & Team Meet-up.
- B. To the Music Jam Night to relax, listen to some great music, and catch up with friends.
- C. Grabbing a treat at the Drop-in & Dessert and finding a cozy spot to play a quick card game with the family.
- D. Settling in and planning which seminars I want to attend over the next few days.
2. It's Wednesday night, the biggest social night of the weekend! What's your plan?
- A. Still in the gym, getting in some extra practice after the games.
- B. At the Young Adult Social & Speakeasy or the Teen Dance.
- C. At the Jelly Live! Show with the family!
- D. Having a quiet evening to recharge for the next day of seminars.
3. It's Thursday night, time for the Family Carnival! What's the first thing you do?
- A. Find the most competitive skill game and try to win the biggest prize.
- B. Mingle with friends and check out all the different game booths.
- C. Head straight for the big inflatable with the kids.
- D. Enjoy the atmosphere, but I'm really looking forward to the inspiring seminars.
4. It's time for the big Friday Night Family Banquet. What's your approach?
- A. Refueling after a long day of sports finals. I'm here for the food!
- B. Finding a big table so I can sit with old friends and make new ones.
- C. Making sure my whole family sits together to share a meal.
- D. I appreciate the meal as a time to recharge before the Family Hymn Sing.
5. It's Saturday night, the final night of activities! Where can we find you?
- A. Still talking about the championship games from Friday.
- B. At the Board Game Lounge, getting in one last game with friends.
- C. On the dance floor with my entire family at the Family Dance!
- D. Having a final, meaningful conversation with a friend I connected with at the seminars.
Quiz Results: Find Your Fuel!
Count up how many A's, B's, C's, and D's you chose. The letter you picked most often reveals how you'll get fueled at WFW!
(If you chose mostly A's, you are Fueled by Action!)
- Your Vibe: The Athlete
- Don't Miss: The Sports Welcome, the tournaments (Basketball, Volleyball, Pickleball), and the Friday Night Family Banquet to recharge.
(If you chose mostly B's, you are Fueled by Fellowship!)
- Your Vibe: The Social Connector
- Don't Miss: The Music Jam, the Board Game Lounge, the Family Banquet, and the big evening events like the Family Dance or the Teen & YA socials.
(If you chose mostly C's, you are Fueled by Family!)
- Your Vibe: The Family Fun-Seeker
- Don't Miss: The Jelly Live! Show, the Family Carnival, the Children's Drop-in Play Area, and the big Family Dance on Saturday night.
(If you chose mostly D's, you are Fueled by Faith!)
- Your Vibe: The Lifelong Learner
- Don't Miss: The spiritual heart of the weekend—inspiring Sabbath services, with a sermon by UCG President John Elliott. You'll also want to attend the in-depth Sabbath morning seminars and the full slate of weekday seminars.
Housing
Hotel Options
We have partnered with two excellent hotels to accommodate your stay. Please see the details below:
1. The Warehouse Hotel
Note: A minimum stay of 4 nights is required for reservations at The Warehouse Hotel. If your planned stay is less than 4 nights, please book with the Courtyard by Marriott.
The Room Rate is $90 a night
2. The Marriott
For guests planning to stay 3 nights or less, please book with the Courtyard by Marriott.
The Room Rate is $104 a night
Schedule
Winter Family Weekend 2025
Schedule & Room Assignments
This year's theme, "Fueled by Faith," is energetic, positive, and directly ties into the dual nature of the Winter Family Weekend: being physically fueled for sports and spiritually fueled for our Christian walk. The seminar schedule is designed to provide attendees with the spiritual "fuel" they need, from deep biblical knowledge to practical tools for daily life.
Venue & Room Assignments
- Hamilton Ballroom (Main Hub): Music Jam (Tuesday), Teen Dance (Wednesday), Family Carnival (Thursday), Friday Hymn Sing, Sabbath Seminars, Sabbath Services, Family Dance (Saturday).
- Hamilton Ballroom Pre-Function Space (Welcome Hub): Drop-in & Dessert (Tuesday), Visual Arts Expo, Information Table, ABC Table.
- Mill 1 Gymnasium (Dinner & Sports Hub): Premier Community Dinner (Friday), Sabbath Fellowship Breakfast (Saturday), All Sports, Children's Drop-in Play Area & Preteen P.E. Activity (Wed/Thurs).
- Riverside Ballroom (Presentation & Game Hub): Seminars (Wed, Thurs), Board Game Lounge & Cornhole (Wed, Thurs, & Sat), Captains' Meeting (Volleyball - Tuesday).
- Butler Ballroom: Captains' Meeting (Pickleball - Tuesday), Jelly Live! (Wednesday).
- Waterfront Hall (Social & Welcome Hub): Sports Welcome & Team Meet-up (Tuesday), YA Social & Speakeasy (Wednesday).
- Mueller, Miami & Monument Rooms (Activity Hubs): Special Occasion Dress Boutique (Mueller), Youth Instruction (All three), Captains' Meeting (Basketball - Monument).
Event Schedule
Tuesday, Dec. 23
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 4:00 PM | Hotel Check-in Begins | Hotel Lobby |
| 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM | Drop-in & Dessert | Hamilton Ballroom Pre-Function Space |
| 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM | Visual Arts Expo (running concurrently) | Hamilton Ballroom Pre-Function Space |
| 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Sports Welcome & Team Meet-up | Waterfront Hall |
| 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Music Jam | Hamilton Ballroom |
| 8:30 PM | Captains' Meetings • Volleyball • Basketball • Pickleball | • Riverside Ballroom • Monument Room • Butler Ballroom |
Wednesday, Dec. 24
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Sports (Basketball, Volleyball, Pickleball | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 9:00 AM | Teen Basketball Skills Clinic | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 9:30 AM - 3:15 PM | Seminars: The Fuel of God's Word | Riverside Ballroom |
| 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM | Children's Drop-in Play Area (Parent Supervised) | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | P.E. Class (Ages 11-13)* | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM | P.E. Class (Ages 9-10)* | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | P.E. Class (Ages 7-8)* | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM | P.E. Class (Ages 5-6)* | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Preteen Basketball (Ages 5-13)** | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Special Occasion Dress Boutique | Mueller Room |
| 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Board Game Lounge & Cornhole | Riverside Ballroom |
| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Nail Boutique | Mueller Room |
| 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Jelly Live! Show & Popcorn Station | Butler Ballroom |
| 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM | Teen Dance & Ice Cream Sundae Bar | Hamilton Ballroom |
| 8:30 PM - 12:00 AM | YA Social & Speakeasy | Waterfront Hall |
Thursday, Dec. 25
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Sports (Basketball, Volleyball, Pickleball) | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 9:30 AM - 3:15 PM | Seminars: Fueled for Life | Riverside Ballroom |
| 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM | Children's Drop-in Play Area (Parent Supervised) | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | P.E. Class (Ages 11-13)* | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM | P.E. Class (Ages 9-10)* | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | P.E. Class (Ages 7-8)* | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM | P.E. Class (Ages 5-6)* | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Preteen Basketball (Ages 5-13)** | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Board Game Lounge & Cornhole | Riverside Ballroom |
| 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM | Family Carnival | Hamilton Ballroom |
Friday, Dec. 26
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Sports Finals & Championships | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Friday Night Family Banquet | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Friday Night Hymn Sing | Hamilton Ballroom |
Saturday, Dec. 27 (Sabbath)
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Sabbath Fellowship Breakfast | Mill 1 Gymnasium |
| 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Youth Instruction | Mueller, Miami & Monument Rooms |
| 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Seminars: Fueling Our Relationship | Hamilton Ballroom |
| 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Sabbath Services | Hamilton Ballroom |
| 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Board Game Lounge & Cornhole | Riverside Ballroom |
| 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Family Dance | Hamilton Ballroom |
Sunday, Dec. 28
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM | Hotel Check-out | Hotel Lobby |
*P.E. Class (Ages 5-13)
Please Note:
- Children under age 5 will not be permitted to participate, so please do not bring younger siblings.
Parental Responsibilities:
- This is not a daycare for parents playing sports.
- Parents must sign children in and out promptly to help us stay on schedule.
- You are responsible for your child before and after class.
**Preteen Basketball (Ages 5-13)
Please Note:
- No advance sign-up is required to participate.
Parental Responsibilities:
- For safety and scheduling reasons, we do need to follow the same procedures as our other organized children's classes.
- Sign-In/Out is required. We will ask that parents sign their children in and out at the court they'll be on so we can ensure everyone is accounted for.
- Please be prompt. We ask that you drop off your child promptly at 3:30 PM and pick them up promptly at 5:00 PM.
Event Maps and Times
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Dining
Dining Sneak Peek for WFW 2025
This year, we're excited to offer our most comprehensive meal and snack offerings ever, based directly on your feedback!
For other meals and snacks, you'll have plenty of great on-site options available for purchase, including:
- The Food Court in the Mill 1 Gymnasium
- Forklift & Palate Restaurant
- The Hydraulic Bar
(Full details on all dining options will be available when registration opens.)
Website:
Champion Mill Conference Center
Address:
600 N B St, Hamilton, OH 45013
Confirmed Sabbath Events
The following locations for our primary Sabbath events are confirmed:
Hamilton Ballroom
- Friday Night Hymn Sing
- Sabbath Morning Seminars
- Sabbath Services
- Sermon by UCG President, Mr. John Elliott
The full schedule with locations for all other weekend activities will be posted soon!
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Parking Map
Lot 1: Parking for the Spooky Nook Sports Champion sports complex, outdoor turf, tournaments (enter off Rhea Ave.)
Lot 2: Orthopedic Associates of SW Ohio patients
Lot 3: Fitness Center members and Warehouse Hotel guests only
Lot 5: Champion Mill Conference Center event, retail and restaurant parking
Lot 6: Champion Mill Conference Center event, retail and restaurant parking, Lot 1 overflow parking
Additional overflow parking can be found across the Great Miami River on N. MLK Blvd./US 27.
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