Question 1

Where is NAYC 2027?

Accepted Answer

Indianapolis, Indiana. General sessions are in Lucas Oil Stadium. Split sessions are in the Indiana Convention Center and in Lucas Oil Stadium.

Question 2

What are the dates?

Accepted Answer

Wednesday, July 28 through Friday, July 30, 2027.

Question 3

When do I register?

Accepted Answer

Hotel registration opens Tuesday, January 19, 2027 at 6:00 PM Central. Event registration opens Friday, February 19, 2027 at 6:00 PM Central. Afterburner registration opens Friday, March 19, 2027 at 6:00 PM Central.

Question 4

Is there an age limit?

Accepted Answer

No. The event is built for ages 12 to 30, and anyone of any age is welcome.

Question 5

Tips for youth leaders bringing a group

Accepted Answer

More than two dozen youth pastors from Arkansas, California, Florida, Michigan, Ohio, Tennessee, Georgia, Texas, and New Brunswick answered a survey about bringing groups to NAYC. Their answers are in one document.

Question 6

Excused absence letter

Accepted Answer

Students who need a letter for school can download one and bring it to their office.

Question 7

What is the bag policy?

Accepted Answer

Lucas Oil Stadium and the Indiana Convention Center use the NFL clear bag policy. Each person may carry one clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag no larger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, or a one-gallon clear freezer bag, plus a small clutch about the size of a hand. Bags with medical devices and supplies, including breast pumps, are not subject to the clear bag rule but will be screened at the gates. Diaper bags must follow the clear bag policy. Children may carry their own approved clear bag. Breast milk and required medication are allowed in clear bags or clear containers.

Question 8

Where can I buy parking?

Accepted Answer

Updated parking details for 2027 are coming. Attendees can normally buy parking in advance from the vendors below. Reserve early.

Question 9

Stroller parking

Accepted Answer

Stroller parking is at Guest Service Center 117, on the concourse level of the dome near gate B.

Question 10

Lost and found

Accepted Answer

Lost and found for the dome is at Guest Service Center 117, on the concourse level near gate B.

Question 11

What do hotel rooms cost?

Accepted Answer

Updated 2027 rates are coming. In 2025, rooms averaged $198.86 a night for up to four guests, with rates from $119 to $249.

Question 12

Am I billed when I reserve a room?

Accepted Answer

No. NAYC housing reservations carry no upfront charge. There is a fee for cancelling, described in the cancellation policy.

Question 13

What is the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Rooms cancelled or released on or after February 5, 2027 through May 27, 2027 are charged $50 ($45 cancel fee plus $5 card processing). Rooms cancelled or released on or after May 28, 2027, or once the hotel's own policy takes effect, are charged $100 ($90 cancel fee plus $10 card processing). Hotels within two miles of Lucas Oil Stadium require a three night minimum covering Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday nights. Your hotel reservation acknowledgement number or exception number is required to buy event tickets.

Question 14

Are there housing exceptions?

Accepted Answer

Yes, for attendees who live within 60 miles, have family in the area, or want to book every night of a reservation with hotel reward points. Submit the exception form with supporting documents by February 14, 2027. Airbnb, VRBO, and other vacation rental sites do not qualify as NAYC housing for ticket purchase.

Question 15

Can I have a vendor booth?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Apostolic entrepreneurs and vendors are welcome to show their products and services to thousands of attendees.

Question 16

Can I sell food or drinks?

Accepted Answer

Any booth or food truck selling food or drink must have a commissary kitchen licensed in Marion County, Indiana, and must register with the Indiana Convention Center's food and beverage provider, Sodexo Live. Email the NAYC office to start.

Questions

The basics

At the stadium

Hotels

Vendors