New faces.
Natural connections.
An evening to meet fellow Catholic singles, build friendships, and enjoy good conversation without the pressure.
Friendship firstFAITH & FRIENDSHIP, OUTDOORS
A shared faith.
Good company.
An open fire.
Pull up a chair. Catholic Campfire brings singles and couples together for fireside evenings at churches and other Catholic places.
Explore the gatheringsCome with friends. Leave knowing a few more.
Catholic at heartSingles & couples welcomeReal conversationA little fresh air
FIND YOUR PLACE AROUND THE FIRE
Different paths.
The same warm welcome.
Meet people who share your faith in a setting that makes it easy to slow down, settle in, and talk.
New faces.
Step away.
Spend time together.
Make room for an evening outdoors with your partner and connect with other couples who share your Catholic faith.
Time well spentOne fire.
A wider circle.
Singles and couples gathering together at a parish, retreat center, or other Catholic location. A simple way to grow community.
Everyone has a placeUPCOMING EVENTS
The first fires are still ahead.
Our first gatherings are being planned. Confirmed dates, locations, attendee details, and registration information will appear here when announced.
SOMETHING SIMPLE. SOMETHING SHARED.
Community grows
when we make
room for it.
Some of the best conversations happen when the phones go away and the fire gets going.
Catholic Campfire is about making space for those moments: faith in everyday life, new friendships, and the joy of being together outside.
Our gatherings belong in places rooted in the Catholic community, from parish grounds to retreat centers. Each evening starts with a simple invitation: come as you are, and join the circle.
A chair. A conversation. A connection.
THE SHAPE OF AN EVENING
Less hurry.
More being together.
Every location has its own character. The heart of a campfire gathering stays the same.
Arrive & settle in
Meet your host, find a chair, and get to know the people beside you.
Pause & connect
Make space for a moment of prayer and conversation rooted in shared faith.
Stay by the fire
Enjoy the outdoors, good company, and an unhurried evening.
The schedule, refreshments, accessibility, and any cost will be listed with each confirmed event.
FOR PARISHES & CATHOLIC VENUES
Have a place?
Make a gathering.
A parish courtyard. A retreat center fire ring. A welcoming outdoor space can become the start of something meaningful.
Read the host guideSTART WITH THE ESSENTIALS
- 01
A Catholic setting
A church or Catholic venue with permission to host.
- 02
A safe outdoor fire space
An approved fire area, seating, and a weather plan.
- 03
A welcoming host
Someone to greet guests and help everyone feel included.
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
Before you
pull up a chair.
Is Catholic Campfire for singles or couples?
Both. Gatherings may be for singles, couples, or a mix of both. Each confirmed event will explain who it is for so you can find the right evening for you.
Do I need to know someone to come?
You can come on your own, with your partner, or with friends when the event's attendee guidelines allow. The spirit of the gathering is to welcome new people into the circle.
Where will the gatherings take place?
At churches, Catholic retreat grounds, or other Catholic locations with an approved outdoor fire space. Addresses and arrival instructions will be shared with each event.
Is this a dating event?
The focus is faith, friendship, and community. Singles gatherings offer a natural way to meet others, but there is no expectation of romantic connection.
What about weather, accessibility, and what to bring?
Check the confirmed event listing for its weather plan, accessible facilities, seating, and suggested items. If a fire cannot be held safely, the host will communicate any changes through the event's announced channels.
THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE