Conference & Family Gathering

Save the Date!

Rainbow Families 2026 Conference & Family Gathering will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at Green Acres School in North Bethesda.


The Rainbow Families’ Conference & Family Gathering provides a unique opportunity for LGBTQ+ prospective parents as well as current parents and families to come together to learn and grow. The conference will include breakout sessions and keynote speakers that address the unique realities of LGBTQ+ parenthood. The conference is a great opportunities for future parents to learn various pathways to parenthood, connect with other future as well as current LGBTQ+ parents, and gather key resources to help you on your journey to parenthood. For current parents, the conference provides a space for you to chat with parents just like you and you’ll be able to learn how to best support and protect your family.




Registration is now open for Rainbow Families' 2026 Conference & Family Gathering:

  • Special Early Bird Price - $15* per person
  • *Members can enjoy a $5 discount on registration if they register prior to March 16, 2026. This discount is only available to current members.
  • Rainbow Families Members - $20 per person
  • Non-Members - $30 per person


Kidscamp (ages 4 - 12)


  • Members $50 for 1 kid. $95 for 2 kids


  • Non-members $72


Make your conference experience even more enjoyable knowing your children are having just as much fun! This year, Kidscamp is proudly provided by Jovie and will be hosted onsite at Green Acres School.


Children will spend their day in the welcoming kindergarten classrooms and expansive outdoor spaces, creating the perfect environment for fun, creativity, and connection. They’ll enjoy a full day of engaging, age-appropriate activities led by experienced Jovie caregivers—all while building friendships with other Rainbow Families kids.


Kidscamp runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and includes a variety of structured activities, along with plenty of time to explore the fantastic Green Acres playground and sports fields. Snacks and lunch are provided, so you can relax knowing everything is taken care of.

With attentive, professional supervision and a vibrant, supportive setting, your kids are guaranteed to have a safe, active, and memorable day—so you can fully enjoy the conference with peace of mind.


All Jovie sitters have undergone background and reference checks, and there will be a lead sitter present at all times to manage. In addition to this, Jovie sitters’ training includes: CPR & First Aid training.


QPOCX Lounge

(Queer Parents of Color Connections)

Sponsored by LadyClipper, join us at the Queer People of Color Connection (QPOCX) Lounge to meet, mingle, and chill with families like you!


Available all day during Rainbow Families' Conference & Family Gathering.




QPOCX Lounge Flyer

Thank you to our sponsors!

The generosity of the following sponsors listed below not only ensure our conference will be a success, they ensure Rainbow Families can continue to support LGBTQ+ prospective parents, parents, and families. Support those who support us and our community – click on our sponsors’ logos to learn more about what they can offer you and your family. Interested in serving as a sponsor? – email Ted at ted@rainbowfamilies.org.

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Host Sponsor

Thank you to our 2026 Host, the Green Acres School located at 11701 Danville Dr. North Bethesda, MD 20852

Defender Sponsors

Supporter Sponsors