Get ready for a day of fun, discovery and healthy living on Healthy Kids Day, Saturday, April 18! This nationwide YMCA celebration is all about inspiring kids and families to get active, eat well and explore new interests — all while having a blast.
For over 30 years, Ys across the country have brought communities together with free, family-friendly events featuring games, sports, STEM activities, arts & crafts and so much more. Check out a celebration at a Y near you! See events below.
NOT YET A MEMBER?
ONE-WEEK PASS & $1 JOIN FEE
If you’re not yet a member, we invite you to explore all the Y has to offer your family this summer:
- Get to know the YMCA with a Try the Y family pass, valid for a week of unlimited visits at all locations. Request your Try the Y pass online here or stop by any location. Activate your pass April 18-27.
- New members pay a $0 join fee! Save $60 when you become a member April 21-30.
HEALTHY KIDS DAY EVENTS
CHOOSE YOUR BRANCH LOCATION
BORDER VIEW FAMILY YMCA & South bay family YMCA
COMMUNITY FAIR
APRIL 18 | 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a collaborative Healthy Kids Day celebration hosted by the South Bay and Border View locations at the Border View Family YMCA! Enjoy a fun-filled day featuring a Zumba demo, ballet, creative movement and tumbling, along with interactive Y program booths and community partners. There will be raffles, snacks, and plenty of backyard games for the whole family. Come celebrate healthy, active living — because happy, healthy kids make strong communities!
Get ahead of the game, RSVP and fill out your waiver here!
CAMERON FAMILY YMCA
SPLASH INTO WELLNESS
APRIL 18 | 10:00AM-12:00PM
Join us for Healthy Kids Day at the Cameron Family YMCA! Make a splash in the activity pool and water slide, connect with local community partners, and meet our amazing senior volunteers. It’s a day dedicated to health, wellness, and family fun — don’t miss out!
Get ahead of the game, RSVP and fill out your waiver here!
COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA
FAMILY FUN FIELD DAY
APRIL 18 | 10:00AM-12:00PM
Get ready for a day of excitement at the Copley-Price Family YMCA! Join us for an action-packed Healthy Kids Day featuring a bounce house, a thrilling aquatics obstacle course and a gaga ball tournament. Enjoy colorful face painting, and explore our preschool open house and summer camp booth. Bring the whole family for a day of fun, fitness and connection!
Get ahead of the game, RSVP and fill out your waiver here!
Dan Mckinney Family YMCA
COMMUNITY EVENT
APRIL 18 | 10:00AM-1:00PM
Let’s get active and outdoors at the Dan McKinney Family YMCA Healthy Kids Day! Enjoy a fun-filled day of engaging activities for the whole family, including a stop sign circuit, hydration station, mindfulness booth and hands-on experiences focused on healthy eating and hygiene. Come celebrate healthy habits and active play with the whole family!
Get ahead of the game, RSVP and fill out your waiver here!
Jackie Robinson Family YMCA
COMMUNITY EVENT
APRIL 18 | 10:00AM-1:00PM
Get ready for an exciting day filled with activities, giveaways and community fun at the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA! Explore community partner booths and learn about all the amazing programs and activities our location has to offer. Check out live program demos to see them in action and unleash your creativity with arts, crafts and games. You won’t want to miss this day of fun, connection and discovery — see you there!
Get ahead of the game, RSVP and fill out your waiver here!
JOE AND MARY MOTTINO FAMILY YMCA
COMMUNITY EVENT
APRIL 18 | 9:00AM-12:00PM
Join us for Healthy Kids Day at the Mottino Family YMCA! Spend the day enjoying playground classic games, thrilling karate board-breaking demonstrations, archery and the rhythmic drumming fun. Families can take preschool tours, enjoy tasty snacks and explore a variety of Y resources to support healthy, active living. Bring your energy and your family for a day of action-packed fun!
Get ahead of the game, RSVP and fill out your waiver here!
Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA
COMMUNITY EVENT
APRIL 18 | 10:00AM-12:00PM
Jump, dance, play and create at the Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA! Bounce around in our bounce house, get creative with arts and crafts and join exciting games and activities for a chance to win amazing prizes! There’s something for everyone — don’t miss out on the fun!
Get ahead of the game, RSVP and fill out your waiver here!
McGrath Family YMCA
COMMUNITY EVENT
APRIL 18 | 10:00AM-12:00PM
Get ready for a day of family fun at Healthy Kids Day at the McGrath Family YMCA! Join us for an action-packed celebration featuring a bounce house, rockwall and a whole crew of amazing community partners ready to share resources and smiles. Whether you’re getting creative with colors or bouncing off some energy, there’s something for everyone — so bring the whole family and let’s make some memories together!
Get ahead of the game, RSVP and fill out your waiver here!
MISSION VALLEY YMCA
Community event
april 18 | 11:30am-1:30pm
Get ready for an action-packed day at the Mission Valley YMCA! Challenge yourself on the fitness circuit, bounce through our obstacle course, and splash down the pool waterslide. Explore a variety of Y program activities, meet community vendors, and enjoy fun activities for all ages. Bring your family and friends for a day full of laughter, play and unforgettable memories!
Get ahead of the game, RSVP and fill out your waiver here!
RYAN FAMILY YMCA
COMMUNITY FAIR
APRIL 18 | 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for Healthy Kids Day at the Ryan Family YMCA! Enjoy a fun-filled day with a Zumba demo, ballet, creative movement and tumbling, plus interactive Y program booths and community partners. There will be raffles, snacks and plenty of backyard games for the whole family. Come celebrate healthy, active living — because happy, healthy kids make strong communities!
Get ahead of the game, RSVP and fill out your waiver here!
Toby Wells YMCA
Bounce, Play & Thrive!
April 18 | 10:00am-12:30pm
Join us for an action-packed Healthy Kids Day at the Toby Wells YMCA filled with excitement for the whole family! Bounce around in the bounce house, tackle the obstacle course and get creative at the craft station. Catch an exciting BMX demo, show off your skills in gymnastics or dance and join the gaga ball tournament. Explore the sensory station, check out the library and discover even more activities that will keep everyone moving, learning and having a blast!
Don’t miss this day of fun, fitness and connection — bring the whole family and make some amazing memories!
Get ahead of the game, RSVP and fill out your waiver here!
