Labor Day Weekend
Friday, September 4 - Monday, September 7, 2026
All-you-can-eat cookout on Saturday, September 5th!
All-you-can-eat cookout on Saturday, September 5th!
Celebrate the last weekend of the summer of 2026, with an all-you-can-eat barbecue, live music, family games and activities, the beach and more!
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Throughout the long weekend, participate in any of the daily activities offered, enjoy plenty of time by the beach, relaxing, sharing laughter with friends, creating art and so much more! For a look at all the daily activities, see below.
Photos from Previous Labor Day Weekends.
Check-in the afternoon of September 4th and connect with your Ferry Beach friends and families you haven't seen in a while. Gather together for our outdoor movie night! Grab some popcorn or treats from the store, bring your beach towel or beach chair and enjoy the movie on the lawn by DeWolfe (movie tbd).
Saturday is cookout day! Head to the beach and start the day with a polar plunge into the ocean. Saturday mid-morning there will be a little friendly competition with a game of beach bingo followed with a “Beach Art Craft” in the art cabin. Let your creativity shine! There will be a collection of found objects; seashells, sea glass, driftwood to craft with. In the next few weeks, brainstorm your dream sand castle to build, after lunch we’ll be having a sand castle competition (with prizes)! Then of course, in the evening we celebrate with our annual Labor Day cookout; featuring classic cookout foods and lobster (full menu online at fbch.me/cookout). Plus you can enjoy live music by the Quiet Riot Act, a cornhole competition and array of kid friendly picnic/carnival games. Our menu for the cookout includes: Hors d'oeuvres, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Veggie Burgers, BBQ Chicken, Shrimp, Lobster (One per Person), Farm-fresh Corn on the Cob, Variety of Salads, Homemade Desserts and more! Seaside Sunday! Enjoy unlimited time by the beach! There will be a chapel service Sunday morning if you wish to attend. If you are looking for a creative outlet the art cabin will be open for a limited time. Seeking more adventure? Join us in the afternoon for a treasure/scavenger hunt around campus! Monday is time to say our farewells! Be sure to join us for a farewell bubble run/walk as we say goodbye to a wonderful weekend with friends and family members. Remember, breakfast and lunch is included, so enjoy both before departing back home. Don't forget to reserve your room for 2026! |
Ferry Beach is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year (2026). Join us for an incredible year of celebration!
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A Cookout Celebration!
Saturday, September 5, 2026 (4-8pm)
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ENTERTAINMENT TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON...
The evening's menu includes: Lobster, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Veggie Burgers, Portabella Mushrooms, Grilled Chicken, Shrimp, Hors d'oeuvres, Farm-fresh Corn on the Cob, Variety of Salads, Homemade Desserts and more! Come join us for an incredible evening plentiful in food, with non-stop music, dancing and good times! |
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Conference Package (Pricing per Person) |
Conference Package for Lodgers: (Includes conference fee/access to all programming, all daily meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner for the entirety of the weekend, which includes the cookout too.) Adult: $225 Youth: $186 Conference Package for Commuters (Includes conference fee/access to all programming, daily lunch & dinner for the entirety of the weekend which includes the cookout too.) Adults: $174 Youth: $144 Conference Package for Grove Campers (conference fee, meals are not included, meals/cookout can be added to your reservation though, if you wish! Adults & Youth: $30 Meals are included, there is no way to separate meals from the package price. Note: Lodging is not included in the conference package price, it's added on, the price varies depending on your desired lodging accommodation, see below. |
Lodging |
View our Lodging Page HERE for more information/photos of lodging options. Cottages/Cabins Morris Cottage: $550 per night Kelley Cottage: $515 per night Claflin Cottage: $515 per night Metz Cabins: $250 per night Cross Rooms: $205 per night Dorms: Quillen Family: $170 per night Ocean Queen: $165 per night Ocean Twin: $155 per night Queen Dorms: $145 per night Standard Dorms: $130 per night Camping: $45-55 depending on site *NEW* - LINENS are now INCLUDED in your stay, for ALL lodging spaces in 2026! |
Membership |
Membership must be paid to attend any Ferry Beach program and is due annually. Individual Membership: $40 Family Membership: $65 See our Membership Page to learn more and to purchase or renew a membership. You can also renew your membership on your reservation. |
Register |
To register online click here, or call the office at 207-282-4489. You can also email [email protected]. |
Our LocationFerry Beach is a beachfront retreat center in Southern Maine (Saco, ME). A respite away from the everyday world, with 32 acres including porches, a wonderful dining center, volleyball court, playgrounds, art studio, meeting spaces, an outdoor chapel and of course the beach!
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LodgingChoose the desired lodging accommodation that works best for you/your loved ones. We have a wide variety of cabins & cottages, dorm rooms (single/double/family size) and campsites to choose from.
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What to ExpectLooking for suggestions on what to pack, wondering what your experience will entail and all other details regarding your stay? Click "read more" below to help you prepare. Standard arrival check-in for retreats is 4:00pm and room check-out is at 10:00am.
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Our mission at Ferry Beach is to awaken hearts to explore, grow and renew the spirit of universal love.
We work by creating programing and events in the areas of Arts & Culture, Education, Spirituality, Sustainability, Personal Growth and Justice & Action.
We work by creating programing and events in the areas of Arts & Culture, Education, Spirituality, Sustainability, Personal Growth and Justice & Action.