Welcome to the West Coast Sauna Summit
​​From January 15–18, 2026, the West Coast Sauna Summit brings together sauna lovers, builders, designers, entrepreneurs, operators, wellness practitioners, and hospitality leaders for a weekend of heat, connection, and momentum.
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Hosted at the lakeside Loon Lake Lodge in the UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest, WCSS is a fully immersive retreat: wood-fired saunas, cold plunges, panels, skillshares, forest walks, fireside hangs, and good food, shared with good people.
All sharing their love for authentic sauna culture.​
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We believe this is where the future of sauna in North America is being shaped.
On the benches. Sweating together. Learning together.
And making new connections.
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Accommodation and meals are included in all tickets.
Spots are limited. Tickets on sale now.
Who is West Coast Sauna Summit for?
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Sauna business owners
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Builders and craftspeople
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Architects and designers
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Spa and hospitality leaders
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Cultural connectors and wellness facilitators
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People who love good löyly and want to move the sauna culture forward in North America
Headline Sponsors
With the support from
Sauna Culture and the Future of Wellness
Sauna is taking North America by the storm. Now is the time to move authentic sauna culture forward, together.
Sauna is taking North America by storm – and the momentum is real. What started as a wellness trend is now reshaping industries, from hospitality to architecture.
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The West Coast Sauna Summit is where the movement gathers. We’re not just building saunas: we’re shaping the future of wellness, community, and sustainable spaces.
Together, we’re steering and nourishing the authentic sauna culture in North America, exchanging wisdom, and accelerating a wave of meaningful, mindful growth.
Speakers
Get to know our inspiring and pioneering keynote speakers and panelists at WCSS 2026.
