Barna Summit 2026
We’re looking forward to welcoming you to the 2026 Barna Summit. This page has everything you need to plan your trip, prepare for the summit and know what to expect.
Featured Speakers + Hosts
You’re invited to the Barna Summit 2026, an exclusive convening of leaders who care about the future of the Church. We will unveil new research, examine significant trends sharing our moment, and, together, illuminate paths forward.
The invite-only event will supply new research and practical strategies, focusing on AI and tech as both disruptive forces and unprecedented opportunities. This gathering creates space for collaboration among church leaders, Christian nonprofits, market innovators, hosted by Barna and Gloo and strategic initiatives committed to the flourishing of Christianity in our society.
CoOp members can claim a free seat (a value $1,900 per person). This is an exclusive invite and seats are not transferrable.
What to Expect:
- Hear from Carey Nieuwhof, David Kinnaman, Sheeba Philip, Daniel Copeland, Chris Lang and others.
- Gain insight into the biggest cultural, technological, social and spiritual trends impacting Christian leaders.
- Early, exclusive access to new Barna research and insights.
- Learn frameworks for strategic understanding of the church marketplace as well as the future of Christian nonprofits.
- Apply strategies for fundraising, donor development, and deeper church engagement.
- Enjoy conversations and collaborations with leaders in the natural beauty of Boulder, Colorado in springtime.
Summit Location & Dates
May 18-20, 2026 | Boulder, Colorado
Gloo Headquarters
Boulder, Colorado
805 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302
The summit will take place at Gloo’s campus in Boulder.
Travel Information
Arrival
Fly into Denver International Airport (DEN)
Plan to arrive in Denver by 3:00 PM on May 18
Drive time from DEN to Boulder: ~65 minutes (allow buffer for traffic)
Departure
Summit programming ends around 11:30 AM on May 20
Attendee Guide
Attendees are responsible for booking their own accommodations.
We recommend staying in or near downtown Boulder for convenience.
Recommended Hotels:
- St. Julien Hotel and Spa
– Address: 900 Walnut Street, Boulder CO 80302
– Distance to Gloo: Roughly a 2 minute walk from Gloo Offices
– Reserve your room with our exclusive Summit rate - Hotel Boulderado
– Address: 2115 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302
– Distance to Gloo: .4 miles from Gloo Offices, roughly a 4 minute drive - Marriott Boulder
– Address: 2660 Canyon Boulevard, Boulder, CO, 80302
– Phone: 1-888-483-1880
– Distance to Gloo: 1.5 miles, roughly a 6 min drive
– Reserve your room with our exclusive Summit rate - Embassy Suites Boulder
– Address: 2601 Canyon Blvd, Boulder, CO 80302
– Distance to Gloo: 3 miles from Gloo Offices, roughly an 11 minute drive - Hilton Garden Inn Boulder
– Address: 2701 Canyon Blvd, Boulder, CO 80302 - Hyatt – Boulder
– Address: 2280 Junction Place, Boulder CO 80301 - Holiday Inn Express
– Address: 4777 North Broadway, Boulder CO 80301
Day 1 — Monday (May 18) 5PM – 8PM
Arrival + Welcome
- Travel and check-in
- Group dinner & networking
- Opening Session
Day 2 — Tuesday (May 19)
Content + Connection
- Breakfast available
- Sessions: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Lunch together
- Sessions: 12:45–4:00 PM
- Dinner on your own
Day 3 — Wednesday (May 20)
Closing + Departure
- Final sessions begin at 9:00 AM
- Wrap by ~11:30 AM
- Departures
- Register above
- Book your flight
- Reserve your hotel
- Add summit dates to your calendar
- Complete the registration form (if not already submitted)
- Business casual attire
- Layers (Boulder weather can shift)
- Notebook or device for notes
- Comfortable shoes
- A mindset ready to learn and connect