About Our Events

Throughout the year, JDCN offers conferences, workshops, networking opportunities, and special gatherings that provide practical tools, fresh ideas, and meaningful peer connections. In addition to JDCN-hosted programs, we convene Jewish day camp professionals at partner conferences and industry events, creating opportunities to build relationships, share best practices, and strengthen the field. JDCN’s event portfolio also includes immersive Israel experiences through Israel B’Yom and the JAFI Shlichim Training Course. From new camp professionals to veteran leaders, JDCN events help camps thrive, strengthen their connection to Israel and Jewish life, and advance the field of Jewish day camps throughout the continent.

Upcoming Events

JDCN events bring Jewish day camp professionals together to connect, learn, and grow.

Fall Jewish Day Camp Conference

JDCN’s signature annual gathering brings together Jewish day camp professionals from across North America for learning, networking, idea sharing, and inspiration. Organized and hosted by JDCN, the conference focuses exclusively on the unique opportunities and challenges facing Jewish day camps and their parent agencies.

2026 Conference Sponsors:

Sponsoring Partners: FJC, JCamp 180, JCC Association

Platinum Sponsors: Commercial Recreation Specialists, Crusters, Daxko, myCAMPapp

Sponsors: ACA NY/NJ, Brandstetter Carroll, Campify, Campminder, Circus of the Kids, Elite Remote Partners, Grafitiyul, Maplewoodshop, Summit USA, Tree Climbing Colorado

Dates and location for the 2027 Fall Jewish Day Camp Conference will be announced mid-2027

JCamp 180 Annual Conference

Hosted by JCamp 180, this conference focuses on camp enrollment, fundraising, governance, marketing, and strategic growth. JDCN serves as a key partner, presenter, and thought leader, helping Jewish day camps apply proven strategies to strengthen both their camps and the communities they serve.

November 15-17, 2026 @ Camp Newman

Registration is now open.

Foundation for Jewish Camp Leaders Assembly

The biennial FJC Leaders Assembly brings together leaders from across the Jewish camp field to explore emerging trends, share best practices, and strengthen Jewish camp. JDCN actively participates in and presents at the gathering, helping elevate the voice of Jewish day camps and ensuring that their unique perspectives, opportunities, and challenges are represented alongside overnight camps and other camp organizations.

January 11-13 2027 @ FJC Leaders Assembly, Baltimore MD

JDCN New Day Camp Professionals Conference

Designed specifically for newer camp directors and professionals, this annual conference helps participants build the skills, confidence, and relationships needed for long-term success. JDCN creates and facilitates this highly interactive experience, connecting emerging leaders with experienced mentors and practical tools they can immediately apply.

January 25-27, 2027 @ Posnack JCC, Ft. Lauderdale

Conference and registration information will be available in the fall

American Camp Association National Conference

The ACA National Conference is one of the largest professional development gathering in the camp industry, bringing together camp leaders from across North America. JDCN helps Jewish day camp professionals maximize their experience through networking opportunities, Jewish day camp meetups, and connections that ensure Jewish day camps have a strong presence within the broader camp community.

February 16–19, 2027, Louisville, KY

February 8–11, 2028, New Orleans, LA

February 6–9, 2029, Denver, CO

Conference information.

Tri-State ACA Conference

Serving camp professionals from the Mid-Atlantic region and also throughout the camp industry, the Tri-State ACA Conference offers valuable training, networking, and educational opportunities close to home. JDCN encourages participation, facilitates connections among Jewish day camp professionals, and helps camps leverage the conference to strengthen their programs and operations.

March 9–11, 2027

Conference Information is here.

JDCN Lunch and Learn information. Coming in January – check your weekly email.

Jewish Camp Networking Hour information. Coming in January – check your weekly email.

JDCN Hotel Block information. This will be sent directly to subscribers.

JAFI Shlichim Training Course (Israel)

JDCN participates in and contributes to the JAFI Shlichim Training Course in Israel, helping prepare the Israeli Shlichim (emissaries) for their roles in North American Jewish day camps. Through training sessions and field insights, JDCN helps ensure shlichim understand the culture, goals, and impact of Jewish day camp, and equips them to strengthen camper engagement, Israel education, and community building upon arrival in camp.

Dates vary every year.

Israel B’Yom (JAFI Training Course add-on)

In addition to serving as an integral partner to the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) in its Shlichim Training Course, JDCN offers Israel B’Yom, a two-and-a-half-day immersive Israel experience for up to 10 Jewish day camp professionals each year. This program provides participants with the opportunity to see Israel firsthand, deepen their understanding and appreciation of the country, better understand where their shlichim come from, and strengthen how Israel is taught and experienced in their camps.

Dates vary every year.

JCC Regional Conferences

JCC regional conferences bring together professionals from Jewish Community Centers to share ideas and strengthen their work. JDCN partners with many of these gatherings to provide day camp-focused content, facilitate networking among camp professionals, and advocate for the critical role camps play within the broader JCC movement.

Dates & locations vary.