YMCA Events
YMCAs opened everywhere, including the 10 internment camps where 110,000 Japanese Americans were held during World War II. A Y worker smuggled an eight millimeter film camera into one of these camps and captured rare footage of life inside.
Ys are independent local societies linked to national organizations that are part of the global YMCA federation. All share a set of common goals, known as the Paris Basis.
YMCA Golf Outing
The annual golf tournament raises money for the Metro Y’s “Y for All” campaign that honors our long-lasting policy of ensuring that no one is denied access to YMCA programs due to financial limitations. This year’s event netted a record-breaking $127,700 and helped send more kids to Y Summer Day Camp.
YMCA staff, members, and supporters come together for a day of golf at the scenic Red Oak Country Club in Westfield. The tournament features a cocktail reception, dinner, and prizes. This year’s proceeds will benefit the Y’s LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program, which provides cancer survivors with personalized guidance, small-group support, and wellness resources to help them live their best lives after fighting their battle.
Put on your disc golf shoes and grab a partner for this unique competition! The YMCA Countryside YMCA Outdoor Recreation Center in Lebanon hosts the bi-annual Disc Golf Tournament. This 2-person scramble comes with a goodie bag and t-shirt.
YMCA Fall Festival
Celebrate the spooky season with family-friendly Halloween fun at the YMCA Fall Festival. The event features food, activities, games, pumpkin decorating and a costume contest. Families can also participate in the 5K Zombie Run or 2-mile Family Walk for a fee. All participants receive a dri-fit tech t-shirt. Parking for both events is available at Brooks Family YMCA/McIntire Park and Charlottesville High School.
The Y is proud to host Healthy Kids Day, a national initiative to improve the health and well-being of kids and families. The Y provides a variety of free community events to inspire families to keep their children active during the summer months and beyond. Learn more about these programs and find a Y hosting Healthy Kids Day near you!
YMCA Wellness Fair
The YMCA is committed to supporting holistic well-being. From group exercise classes to personal training and nutrition workshops, the Y provides a wide range of health-related programs for people of all ages and abilities. Y wellness programs encourage participation and help members achieve their goals by connecting them with a network of support and resources.
Guests can enjoy healthy food samples, free massages and other activities during the Wellness Fair. The event also includes educational sessions led by local experts.
Several vendors will offer information and services at the fair, including William Medical Center, Smile Solutions dental clinic, Airrosti chiropractic and Precision Orthopedics. In addition, the Y will host two Silver Sneaker demonstrations, taught by YMCA Silver Sneaker certified instructor Melanie Vitale. The class focuses on building strength and range of motion for daily activities. The Y will also have arts and crafts, a bounce house and activities for kids. YMCA memberships are not required to attend the fair.
YMCA Family Night
Y family nights are designed to bring families together through activities like mixers, games, fitness classes, volunteering and discussions over refreshments. These activities are part of a national initiative to improve family health.
Parents get a night to themselves while kids participate in a fun and engaging evening of group games, dinner, arts and crafts, swimming (depending on facility availability) and other activities centered around a monthly theme. Kids Night Out is co-run by the Y’s Leaders Club teens so you’re not only guaranteed a safe and fun experience, but also support youth development.
Kids are supervised by caring, trained Y staff while parents enjoy a night to themselves. Parent’s Night Out is free for Y members. Non-members pay a nominal fee to attend. All youth 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Guests Privileges: Each membership (ages 18+) receives 6 guest passes annually. All guests must be accompanied by a member at all times.