# Event Details

- **Event Name**: GAYLA
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: July 18-25, 2026

Imagine a week of escape, discovery and community amongst other GBTQ men at an oceanside retreat center. GAYLA week is among the nation's longest-running retreats for men who love men. You can expect to embrace joy, understanding and brotherhood with other Queer men. Bring your curiosity. Bring your talents and passions. Bring your sense of adventure. This is GAYLA!

Dance in a sunrise circle, sip coffee with new friends on a sun-drenched porch, play volleyball, swim, sing, make art, pick from a smorgasbord of daily workshops and evening fun, perform in the Talent/No Talent Show, walk the beach, read or just relax.

During GAYLA we gather as self-identified men who love men. We are single and partnered, young and old, queer, trans, gay, bisexual and curious. We are men of many races, classes and gender identities, and embrace our ongoing exploration of how to become a more just and inclusive community. At GAYLA, we revel in the joy of being who we are without fear of condemnation or harassment.

Daily meals are provided as well by our onsite chefs. A variety of onsite lodging is available as well... for pricing and room selections visit our website: https://www.ferrybeach.org/gayla.html.
Live nearby and want to commute to participate in the daily fun? We have a commuter package option too!

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- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/saco/gayla/200030087751947
- **Event Categories**: sports, workshops, food-drinks, art, trips-adventures, cooking, lgbt-pride
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 5

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Saco
- **state**: ME
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Ferry Beach Retreat & Conference Center
- **lat**: 43.471561025306
- **long**: -70.384961213713
- **full address**: Ferry Beach Retreat & Conference Center, 7 Morris Ave, Saco, ME 04072-2313, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is GAYLA being held?
  - **A:** GAYLA takes place on Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Ferry Beach Retreat & Conference Center, 7 Morris Ave, Saco, ME 04072-2313, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing GAYLA?
  - **A:** GAYLA is organized by Ferry Beach Retreat & Conference Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** GAYLA is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Saco, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If GAYLA sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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