SAVE THE DATE: Fall Community Education Weekend at Great Wolf Lodge
📅 September 11–13, 2026
📍 Great Wolf Lodge Conference Center | Williamsburg, VA
This community education weekend is designed to educate and connect members of the bleeding disorders community.
This event includes educational sessions, on-site childcare, waterpark access, meals, and overnight accommodations.
➡️ Please note: Access to overnight accommodations and the water park is only available to those who attend the Saturday education meeting.
Weekend Schedule & Highlights
Friday, September 11 Water park access begins when it opens Friday for those staying overnight. Hotel check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Saturday, September 12 – Education Meeting (Begins at 8:00 AM)
- Enjoy breakfast and visit exhibits.
- Attend our keynote session: TBD
- Take part in breakout sessions: TBD
- On-site childcare and youth/teen programming will be provided by Camp Holiday Trails and A Helping Hand.
- Enjoy optional overnight accommodations and more waterpark fun Saturday evening.
Sunday, September 13 No scheduled activities or meals. A relaxing departure day.
ℹ️ Important Details
- Open to all ages – not limited to families with children.
- To reserve a room, at least one person in your group must be age 21+.
- Registration fee per household: TBD
- Space is limited and determined by our Program Registration Guidelines.
✅ Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible, you must meet all of the following:
- Have an inherited bleeding disorder, or be the spouse/partner/parent/caregiver of someone who does
- Live in the VABDF/VHF coverage area or receive care for your bleeding disorder within it. Click here to see if you meet the eligibility requirements.
We’re so excited to welcome you for a weekend of learning, connection, and community fun!