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Winter Awakening is a yearly non AA sanctioned retreat where LGBTQIA+ and friends in recovery can come together to explore and review their recovery, spirituality and support each other.
Winter Awakening is a yearly non AA sanctioned retreat where LGBTQIA+ and friends in recovery can come together to explore and review their recovery and spirituality and support each other.
Join us in 2026 on January 30th - February 1st at Ramah Darom!
We now accept donations online, please click the button below to donate.
For any questions, please email info@winterawakening.org.
Winter Awakening 2026
Jan 30 - Feb 1, 2026
Winter Awakening is an annual retreat where LGBTQIA+ and our allies in recovery can come together to examine and explore their recovery and spirituality in an atmosphere of mutual support. Workshops, activities, and fellowship are based on the Eleventh Step of traditional 12-Step Programs like AA, NA or CMA (although Winter Awakening is not held under the auspices of either).
For 2026 we are returning back to Ramah Darom. With its beautiful landscape, nice accommodations and great food, it will be a weekend to remember!
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Registration
Registration for Winter Awakening 2026 is not yet open. Be sure to check back later for registration dates!
Please email us at info@winterawakening.org for any questions or to be added to the scholarship waitlist.
Scholarships
Scholarship applications for Winter Awakening 2026 are not yet open. Be sure to check back later and be on the lookout for our applications to open! It is our mission for anyone who is interested in attending to be able to.
Support for scholarships is provided by individual donations, sales of merchandise, and funding from Twirl to the World.
Spirituality
Spirituality in recovery can mean many things to many people. Winter Awakening invites you to explore your own spirituality and figure out what works for you. We host a workshop yearly to help you explore and share your experiences about your Higher Power. Meditation can be a good way to connect to your inner spirit and we host guided mediations at the retreat.
