LODGING @ UNIVERSITY PLACE HOTEL
LODGING @ THE HILTON
LODGING @ HOTEL VANCE, PARAMOUNT HOTEL, OR HOTEL ZAGS
REGISTRATION LIMIT
EARLY BIRD
1/4/26 - 2/28/26
$320 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
$350 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
$350 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
500
REGISTRANTS
EARLY BIRD
1/4/26 - 2/28/26
Lodging @ University Place Hotel: $320 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Lodging @ The Hilton: $350 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Lodging @ Hotel Vance, Paramount Hotel, or Hotel Zags: $350 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Registration Limit: 500
REGULAR
3/1/26 - 4/30/26
$350 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
$380 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
$380 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
1500
REGISTRANTS
REGULAR
3/1/26 - 4/30/26
Lodging @ University Place Hotel: $350 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Lodging @ The Hilton: $380 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Lodging @ Hotel Vance, Paramount Hotel, or Hotel Zags: $380 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Registration Limit: 1500
LATE
5/1/26 - 6/14/26
$380 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
$410 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
$410 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
∞
LATE
5/1/26 - 6/14/26
Lodging @ University Place Hotel: $380 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Lodging @ The Hilton: $410 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Lodging @ Hotel Vance, Paramount Hotel, or Hotel Zags: $410 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Registration Limit: ∞
WALK-IN
6/15/26 - 7/30/26
$450 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
$450 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
$450 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
∞
WALK-IN
6/15/26 - 7/30/26
Lodging @ University Place Hotel: $450 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Lodging @ The Hilton: $450 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Lodging @ Hotel Vance, Paramount Hotel, or Hotel Zags: $450 * $225 of every fee is non-refundable
Registration Limit: ∞

Hotel Information

University Place Hotel

University Place Hotel

310 SW Lincoln St, Portland, OR 97201

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Hilton Portland Downtown

Hilton Portland Downtown

921 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204

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Hotel Vance Portland

Hotel Vance

1455 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97201

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The Paramount Hotel Portland

The Paramount Hotel

808 SW Taylor St, Portland, OR 97205

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The Hotel Zags Portland

The Hotel Zags

515 SW Clay St, Portland, OR 97201

Visit hotel website

Conference
Schedule

Day 1
Thursday, July 30th
TIME12:00PM – 3:00PM
REGISTRATION
Check-In
@Viking Pavilion
TIME5:00PM – 7:00PM
SERVICE
Evening Service
@Viking Pavilion
TIME7:15PM – 8:45PM
BREAK
Dinner (On Your Own)
TIME9:00PM – 10:30PM
FELLOWSHIP
Refreshments & Fellowship (Meet & Greet)
@Hoffman Hall
Day 2
Friday, July 31st
TIME9:00AM – 11:45AM
SESSION
The Grand Central Question / Case for Christianity
Q&A: Ask Anything
@Viking Pavilion
TIME12:00PM – 1:45PM
BREAK
Lunch (On Your Own)
TIME2:00PM – 3:15PM
WORKSHOPS
Spiritual Formation Options
TIME5:00PM – 7:00PM
SERVICE
Evening Service (Missions Focused)
@Viking Pavilion
TIME7:15PM – 8:15PM
BREAK
Dinner (On Your Own)
TIME8:30PM – 11:00PM
OPEN REC
PSU Rec Center Open
@Campus Rec
Day 3
Saturday, August 1st
TIME9:00AM – 11:45AM
SERVICE
Morning / Baptism Service
@Viking Pavilion
TIME12:00PM – 1:45PM
BREAK
Lunch (On Your Own)
TIME2:00PM – 4:30PM
CONFERENCE
Single Adult Conference
@Viking Pavilion
TIME2:00PM – 4:30PM
CONFERENCE
Marriage Conference
@Hoffman Hall
TIME5:00PM – 7:00PM
SERVICE
Evening Service
@Viking Pavilion
TIME7:15PM – 8:45PM
BREAK
Dinner (On Your Own)
TIME9:00PM – 10:30PM
FELLOWSHIP
Refreshments & Fellowship (Formal Dress Attire)
@Hoffman Hall
Day 4
Sunday, August 2nd
TIME9:00AM – 10:30AM
SERVICE
Morning Service
@Viking Pavilion
TIME10:35AM
FAREWELL
See you in 2028!

Frequently Asked
Questions

Does my registration fee include lodging?

Yes, but only if you purchased during the following registration periods: New Year Special, Early Bird, and Regular.

Are meals included in my registration fee?

No. All meals are on your own.

Can children, ages 0-17, attend the conference?

Yes, but they must have at minimum, one registered parent present.

Will child care be provided for children ages 4-11?

Only on Saturday, August 1st, from 2:00PM–4:30PM.

Will there be organized activities for children & youth?

No.

How will single adult roommates be assigned?

We will assign roommates based on gender and home church. In cases where a registrant does not belong to a home church, we will do our best to assign him or her with a person of the same gender from the same geographical area. Because registrants will be placed in hotel rooms, we're open to placing siblings together (male and female) upon request.

Are you accepting volunteers to assist with the conference?

No.

I am flying into Portland, OR, what is the nearest airport?

Portland International Airport (PDX).

Will there be a shuttling service to & from Portland State University?

No. Registrants must provide for their own travel.

If I can no longer attend, are you issuing full refunds?

No. $225 of every fee is non-refundable.

Can I transfer my registration to someone else?

Yes. But there are a few caveats. To transfer registrations, you must contact registration@hmongdistrict.org. And also, the person you transfer to must be someone of the same gender. Only in rare circumstances, will a transfer to a person of the opposite gender be approved.

What should I pack?
  • Cultural Clothing (Missions Night – Friday)
  • Formal Dress Attire (Saturday Evening Formal)
  • Business Casual Clothing
  • Comfortable Walking Shoes
  • Indoor and Outdoor Clothing/Shoes (think Rec Center + sports activities)
Can I bring a bike, skate board, and or roller blades unto campus?

Yes.

What should I do on Thursday, July 30th?
  1. Head to Portland State University.
  2. Go to Viking Pavilion where our Salt & Light Registration Team will be. Registration opens at 12:00PM. Once you receive your conference credentials, make your way to your hotel.
  3. Hotel check-in is 4:00 PM. If your room is available earlier, hotels may allow early check-in. If not, they may be able to hold your luggage.
If I'm arriving late on Thursday, July 30th, where do I go to check-in?

Viking Pavilion. Our registration team will be there all day.

Are you selling an official Salt & Light t-shirt?

Yes! Shirts will be $25 per.

Are there any items banned from campus?

Yes! Guns: This includes legally registered firearms. Even if you have a concealed carry license, guns are not allowed on campus. Fireworks. Weapons of any kind.

Will hotel rooms have microwaves and refrigerators?

We're not sure! Feel free to call your assigned hotel to find out.