Quiltapalooza® Summer Retreat 2026

The goal of AQR’s Quiltapalooza® Retreats are to provide a happy sewing place where you can sew all you want while you enjoying a the company of friends.  Whether you are finishing up UFOs, starting a new project, attending a demo, shopping or just mingling around the room. How you spend time at our Summer Themed Retreat is completely up to you!

And of course, we always have a little “extra fun” thrown in because we just can’t help ourselves.   

Our Sassy Summer Quiltapalooza® Retreat Includes:

• 5 Days of sewing, 24 hours a day!
• 4 Lunches (Thursday – Sunday)
• Sweet Treats buffet on one evening at Retreat
• Retreat Souvenir
• A New Retreat Theme each year with fun to go with it!
• Optional Demos & Games
• Optional Chair Massage (one day of the retreat, additional fee applies)
• On-Site Quilt Shop with lots of Goodies to Inspire you
• Individual Sewing Stations with plenty of room to sew
• Hours of uninterrupted sewing for the duration of the Retreat
• Private and Secure Sewing Space dedicated for our Retreat Guests
• And MORE!

Staying at the Lodge is optional and not included in the retreat fee.  A block of rooms has been set aside for our group.  Breakfast and Dinners are on your own but we recommend the local restaurants for great food.  

FAQ about our Quiltapalooza® Special Event:

Do I have to stay at the Lodge? 
You are not are not required to stay at the Lodge.  The choice is yours to commute in or stay, but if you you choose to stay at this beautiful facility, we have arranged for our guests to stay at a special rate of $85/night for the first two guests.  Our block of rooms will be held up until 2 weeks from the event so please make your registration early.  

Can I commute in each day?
Yes, you can commute in each day instead of staying at the Lodge.  

What Meals are included?
Lunch will be provided by AQR for Thursday, Friday & Saturday.  We are planning for a hearty offering leaving you content for hours. Breakfast & Dinners will be on your own but there are lots of local restaurants in the area.  AQR will also be offering nightly snacks & our Sweet Treat Buffet for our guests.   Guests are welcome to bring snacks to share.

Is there a Pattern for the event?
No.  There is not a project for this retreat, so you are welcome to work on any project or UFO you would like.  

What Comes after I Register? 
You will get an email confirmation with your registration.  Our Team is working hard to get ready for this event and will send out updates to the email address with which you register.  Please watch your emails and especially for our final registration email that goes out 60 days prior to the event.  If you have any questions, please contact the shop at info@amysquiltroom.com

How do I make a Reservation for a Room at The Lodge at Chalk Hill?  
Hotel Rental is booked directly with the Lodge by calling 724-438-8880. When calling to reserve your room, tell them you are with Amy's Quilt Room to get in our block of rooms.  The single or double occupancy rate of $82-85/night. If you need a 3rd & 4th guest in the room, an additional fee applies.   You MUST book your room directly with the Lodge and hotel rules and policies apply.  Contact the Lodge for more information.  

Very Important: AQR's Block of Rooms are valid only until 14 days prior to the event date. Any rooms not reserved within 14 days of the event will be released for sale to the general public and the rates will revert to the published rates.  Rates are based off of double occupancy. $10 for each additional person 18 and over.  PLEASE BOOK YOUR ROOM EARLY!!

What time can I arrive for Retreat? 
Retreat Registration Desk opens Wednesday at 2pm.  Please check with the Lodge for their check in times.  

What time does Retreat end?  
Retreat Closes on Sunday at 2pm