Discover the Acamps Summer Festival 2026 Program in Lourdes
ASF 2026 brings together young people and families for five days of faith, friendship, and enriching experiences of spirituality and culture.
Registration for the Acamps Summer Festival 2025 is now open
The Acamps will be held from July 25 to 28 in Ferrara (Italy) and participants will be also “pilgrims of hope” in preparation for the Youth Jubilee that will take place in Rome.
Opening mass and welcome party at the start of Acamps Summer Festival 2024 in Italy
The Acamps will be held from July 31 to August 4 in the Diocese of Ferrara with the participation of 360 young people from different European countries who will experience five days of fun and encounter with God.
ACAMPS North America: an encounter that will change your life
Welcome to a vibrant celebration where faith meets adventure, and hearts are set ablaze with the fire of God’s love. ACAMPS North Festival, hosted annually in the scenic embrace of New England, beckons young adults from across the USA and Canada to embark on a journey of faith, community, and profound personal discovery. An Unforgettable Experience ACAMPS isn’t just an event—it’s a transformative experience designed to resonate deeply with young hearts seeking purpose and connection. Rooted in the spirituality of the Shalom Catholic Community, ACAMPS blends dynamic worship, engaging talks, and pulsating music to create an atmosphere where faith comes alive and friendships flourish. A Fusion of Faith and Fun Imagine spending days surrounded by the majestic beauty of New ...
“An incredible experience full of joy”
Angela Avdei, a young Italian woman, 24 years old, and a missionary of the Community of Life, tells us about her experience at Acamps Summer Festival in Europe: “Being with God and having fun at the same time”.
“At Acamps, I felt God’s true love for me and my life changed completely”
Barbara Skoczykloda, from Poland, 23, tells us her testimony about her encounter with God and her change of life during the Acamps Summer Festival in Europe: "Don't even think about it, live this experience and God will surprise you!"
Life in the Spirit Seminar and the power of God manifested in the life of participants
My name is Rosaria, and my ties to the Catholic faith run profound and deep. I am overwhelmed with humility, gratitude, and a lingering sense of wonder as I recount a journey that has deeply impacted my life. The bond I share with San Damiano Mission Retreat – the Life in the Spirit Seminar – serves as the catalyst for an experience that has forever altered my being. It all commenced with a serendipitous encounter over a year ago, when fate led me to cross paths with Barbara, whose warm embrace welcomed both myself and my sister. In that moment, it felt as though divine intervention was at play. Little did I realize, this encounter would set me on a ...
Acamp’s North America 2023 – Fall Edition
Shalom Catholic Community is hosting the second edition of Acamp’s North America, a multi-day event to encounter God, make new friends, and have a life-changing experience. For the first time, you’ll be experiencing Acamp’s in the Fall. The beauty of the autumn landscape will lead us beyond. It’s time to put off the old and embrace the new! What happens during Acamp’s Festival? Acamp’s combines the contemplation of a retreat with the excitement of a concert or sporting event! Specifically, it includes moments of prayer and meditation to encounter God, as well as countless moments of fellowship, outdoor activities and sports, music and arts, international experiences, and so much more! Why should I go to Acamp’s? To have a new ...
Acamps Summer Festival – Ready to go!
There are already more than two hundred people signed up from different countries like Hungary, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Croatia and Ireland. What do these youngsters will bring in their suitcases?
The best of all summers – Acamps Summer Festival in Europe and North America
The third edition in Europe takes place this year in Italy. The Summer Festival will also take place in North American lands.
