Come home to Camp Hanover for Homecoming Weekend, a special celebration for everyone who loves camp. Staff, campers, families, grandparents, volunteers, and friends from every chapter of Camp Hanover’s story are invited to gather for a joyful weekend of connection, community, and intergenerational fellowship. New to Camp Hanover? We can’t wait to welcome you, too.

Spend the weekend exploring camp, making new friends, and enjoying a much-needed chance to unplug. Join in favorite Camp Hanover traditions like adults-versus-kids kickball, foursquare tournaments, swimming, canoeing, archery, and plenty of fresh dinner rolls around the table. 

Whether you’re returning to reconnect and relive favorite memories or visiting for the first time, Homecoming is a wonderful way to experience what makes Camp Hanover such a beloved place, both the cherished traditions and the exciting new moments waiting to be discovered.

Event Details

Date: September 4-7, 2026

 

2026 Availability

Tent Camping:   AVAILABLE
Longhouse:   AVAILABLE
Wise Cabin:  LIMITED AVAILABILITY
Newell Cabin:  LIMITED AVAILABILITY

Single Day Passes: AVAILABLE

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Activities for All Ages

With activities and fellowship opportunities for all ages, Homecoming is designed to fit your pace. Follow the full schedule, pick a few favorite activities, or simply relax and enjoy meaningful time with the people you love.

Water Activities

Canoeing  |  Paddleboarding  |  Corcling  |  Fishing  |  Swimming

Adventure Activities

Archery  |  Climbing Wall  |  High Ropes  |  Zipline 

Campfire Activities

Cooking  |  Firebuilding  |  Roasting S’mores  |  Songs

More

Crafts  |  Nature Walks  |  Games

 

Family-style Dining

We’ll take care of the meals so you can focus on the fun. Enjoy delicious, nutritious food served family-style, the perfect setting for conversation, laughter, and connection.

We also accommodate many food allergies and are a nut-free facility.

Registration Options

Choose the option that works best for you: stay for the full weekend or come for just a day. Flexible per-person pricing makes it easier to plan a family getaway, with reduced rates for youth ages 5 through 17 and free lodging and meals for children under 5.

Day Only Package

Enjoy a day at Camp on either Saturday or Sunday.

    Meals Included

    • Lunch and dinner on the day you are at Camp

      Registration Fee (Per Day)

      • Ages 12+: $40
      • Ages 5-11: $30
      • Ages 0-4: Free
      • Max Per Family: $145
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      Weekend Packages

      Arrive as early as Friday afternoon. Stay at Camp through Monday, or depart earlier.  Prices vary based on the level of lodging you choose.

        Meals Included

        • Friday dinner
        • Saturday breakfast, lunch, & dinner
        • Sunday breakfast, lunch, & dinner
        • Monday breakfast

          Lodging Choices

          All kinds of housing options are available. Choose a traditional Camp Hanover experience and stay in a longhouse. Need a little bit more comfort? A Wise Cabin or a room in Newell Cabin may be more your speed. You can even pitch a tent and camp in the meadow; it’s up to you! Please note that space is limited for specific lodging choices and all beds are twin size.

          Newell Cabin

          Sleeps 10, two-person bedrooms (2) and three-person bedrooms (2) available, shared air conditioning, each bedroom has a private bathroom. Linens and towels included.

          • Ages 18+:  $295 | $350  | $405 per person
          • Ages 5-17: $205 | $250 | $285 per person
          • Ages 0-4: Free

          Wise Cabins

          Duplexes, each side sleeps 5, shared air conditioning, each with private bathroom with shower.

          • Ages 18+:  $260 | $325 | $380 per person
          • Ages 5-17: $180 | $220 | $255 per person
          • Ages 0-4: Free
          • Max Per Family: $880 | $1090| $1270

          Longhouses

          Sleeps 7 to 8, air conditioning, community bathhouse.

          • Ages 18+: $230 | $295 | $350 per person
          • Ages 5-17: $144 | $190 | $230 per person
          • Ages 0-4: Free
          • Max Per Family: $750 | $970 | $1160

          Tent Camping

          Bring your own tent and sleep under the stars, community bathhouse.

          • Ages 18+:  $190 | $255 | $295 per person
          • Ages 5-17: $105 | $150 | $185 per person
          • Ages 0-4: Free
          • Max Per Family: $590 | $810 | $960

          Camp Hanover’s Flexible Pricing: The three rates listed for each category are the fully subsidized, partially subsidized, and regular rates. Choose which works best for your personal financial situation. Learn more about Flexible Pricing.  And so that per-person pricing doesn’t get out of hand for larger families, pricing is capped at a maximum amount per family for most lodging options.

          DEADLINE APPROACHING!

          Register for Homecoming on or before August 27

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          Questions

          For questions about Homecoming, email info@camphanover.org or call (804) 779-2811.

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          Other Events for Families

          You also may be interested in Family Camp, a similar event for all ages that is held in the spring each year.

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