42nd Annual Native American
Elders and Youth Gathering

July 24th – 26th, 2026

Where to Stay

The Sunray Peace Village is located at 2202 Downingsville Road, Lincoln VT 05443, near Bristol, Vermont. Known primarily for its beautiful natural surroundings, Lincoln is situated at the foot of Mount Abraham, and near the headwaters of the New Haven River.

The Sunray Peace Village has camping options for our event and retreat attendees (fees apply). Application for camping is required, and Health and Wellness Safety Guidelines will be in effect. See below for more information about camping at the Sunray Peace Village and to fill out an application. There are also many campgrounds and B & Bs nearby.

Overnight Camping for event and retreat attendees at the Sunray Peace Village

As a Retreat Center, all campers are invited to participate in the Sunray daily and weekly spiritual practices. During the Elders and Youth Gathering, practices will be held in the Arbor each morning. There will be opportunities to learn the Dance of the Four Directions, a slow moving meditation dance, honoring the medicine and spiritual energies of the four directions – east, south, west and north.

Event camping is available starting from the day before the event begins, until the day after the event ends. Please arrive before gates close at 9:00pm ET.

Camping at the Elders and Youth Gathering

Peace Village Volunteers are welcome to camp for additional days before and after the Elders and Youth Gathering. For online and remote volunteer opportunities, contact our organizers here!

More information and registration for Camping at the Elders and Youth Gathering can be found here: sunray.org/eldersgathering/camping