The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the schedule for its October 2026 General Conference, a global gathering scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 3, and Sunday, Oct. 4. The event, which originates from the Conference Center in Salt Lake City, will feature four unique two-hour sessions intended to provide spiritual guidance to members worldwide.
Conference Schedule and Accessibility
The upcoming conference sessions are scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 3, and Sunday, Oct. 4, with two sessions each day. The morning sessions will run from 10 a.m. to noon, while the afternoon sessions are slated for 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All session times are listed in Mountain Daylight Time.
According to a notice from the Church, the broadcasts will be available in 80 languages via live stream on ChurchofJesusChrist.org and the Gospel Library app. Additionally, the General Conference YouTube channel will provide broadcasts in 14 languages. For those seeking on-demand viewing after the event, messages will be accessible in up to 98 languages through the Gospel Library, the Media Library, the Church's YouTube channel, and various Church magazines.
Spiritual Purpose and Guidance
The Church's First Presidency released a letter to congregation leaders on Sept. 3, 2026, emphasizing the spiritual significance of the event. The First Presidency stated that "General conference provides an opportunity to receive personal revelation as Church leaders give counsel and direction from the Lord."
The leadership encouraged members to listen to, study, ponder, and apply the counsel provided during the sessions. The Church's official messaging notes that the gospel of Jesus Christ teaches that He lives and that God loves, hears, and speaks to His children through the guidance and inspiration of living prophets, apostles, and leaders.
Global Gathering Traditions
General conference is a biannual event held every April and October. It serves as a global gathering where members from across the world pause to learn from Church leaders regarding the gospel of Jesus Christ. During the weekends of the conference, regular Sunday services in Church meetinghouses are not held.
In the months leading up to the October event, the Church provides various resources to help members prepare. This includes activities and resources designed to keep children and youth engaged during the broadcasts. Members are encouraged to prepare specific questions prior to the event to help them listen for words that speak to them.
Attendance and Ticketing Procedures
For those living in the United States or Canada who wish to attend sessions in person at the Salt Lake City Conference Center, the Church requires obtaining tickets through local ward or branch leaders. These tickets are distributed electronically to stakes and districts.
For those living outside of the United States and Canada, the Church instructs members to ask their stake or district president to submit a request for tickets on their behalf. The process for ordering these tickets begins three months prior to the scheduled conference.
Logistics for In-Person Attendees
Attendees traveling to sessions in Salt Lake City should note that parking is not available at the Conference Center. However, Church officials noted that conference tickets serve as a UTA pass, which can be used for travel to and from the sessions.
For those hoping to secure standby seating, the Church advises lining up outside the Tabernacle 90 minutes before the start of a session. Visitors are also directed to follow Temple Square Event Guidelines regarding restrictions and information during their visit.
Church Publication Leadership
The Church's publications and media efforts include various leadership roles. The magazine The Friend is produced under the direction of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. As of May 1, 2026, the publication's masthead listed Robert M. Daines as Editor, with Edward B. Rowe serving as Assistant Editor.
Global Reach and Media Strategy
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints continues to utilize diverse digital and traditional channels to reach its global membership. Through the use of the Gospel Library app and various international language versions, the organization maintains its reach across a wide variety of cultural and linguistic boundaries.
