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YOUTH BLAST 2026 - Sat, February 28
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YOUTH BLAST - 2026A Catholic High School Youth Conference
YOUTH BLAST is the Diocese of Brownsville’s annual youth conference that brings together high school students from across the Valley for a day of faith, fellowship, and fun. This year’s theme, “You are my witness” (John 15:27), reminds young people that they are called to live and share their faith boldly in today’s world. Through prayer, inspiring talks, music, and community, Youth Jam empowers youth to encounter Christ and become His witnesses in their daily lives.
Event Details:
Location: Harlingen Convention Center
Date: February 28, 2026
Time: 9 AM - 6 PM (Check in begins at 8 AM, Vigil Mass at 5 PM)
Cost: $25 / per person
Deadline: Wednesday February 11, 2026
(Must register with your parish)
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Registration Information
- Cost: $25 per person. Includes T-shirt and meals.
- Registration: We are accepting registrations from parish groups only. We are not accepting individual registrations. Adults need to have completed their safe environment training (i.e., Protecting God's Children) before this event.
- Permission Slips: Permission/consent forms are required and available for download below. Each youth and adult participating in the event must provide a completed and signed form.
- DEADLINE: February 11, 2026
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FormsEach parish MUST submit group registration form.
Each student & adult must submit a consent form- YOUTH BLAST - High School Group Registration Form
- PARENTAL/GUARDIAN CONSENT FORM AND LIABILITY WAIVER - YB2026
- ADULT CONSENT FORM AND LIABILITY WAIVER - YB2026
- FORMULARIO DE CONSENTIMIENTO DE LOS PADRES/GUARDIANES Y EXCENCION DE RESPONSABILIDAD - YB2026
- FORMULARIO DE CONSENTIMIENTO Y EXENCION DE RESPONSABILIDAD PARA PARTICPANTES ADULTOS - YB2026
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