Holiday Happenings & Events at the YMCA
YMCAs across San Diego County are decking the halls with holiday events and activities for all ages. From pictures with Santa and cookie decorating to crafts and festive gatherings, there’s something to make every heart merry and bright. Check out the events below and join the holiday fun today!
Dan Mckinney Family YMCA | Friendsgiving (11/21) & Cookies with santa (12/13)
Annual Friendsgiving
Friday, November 21 | 12:00-1:00pm
Come together to celebrate community, connection and of course, delicious food! This event is a wonderful opportunity for staff and members to connect, share their favorite dishes and express gratitude. If you’d like to participate, please sign up at the front desk and bring a dish to share with everyone. Located in CR 1 and 2.
Register at the front desk only.
For questions or more information, please contact tdinh@ymcasd.org.
Cookies with santa
Saturday, December 13 | 11:00am-12:00pm
Bring the whole family to decorate cookies and capture a special moment with Santa. Join us as we kick off the holiday season with joy, treats and festive cheer!
FREE Event with Registration
Register online or at the front desk.
For questions or more information, please contact tdinh@ymcasd.org.
Ryan Family YMCA | Shop & Drop (11/29)
Shop & Drop
Saturday, November 29 | 12:30pm-4:30pm
Need a little time for holiday shopping? Drop your kids off at Childwatch and let them enjoy an afternoon of fun! We’ll have crafts, games and a light snack to keep them happy while you take care of your holiday to-dos.
- Nonmember: $40
- Up to 25% off with select Y memberships
- Ages 3-12 (must be potty trained)
- Register by November 26
Please note: We will have crafts and games for the children and snacks will be provided. Please bring a water bottle for your child.
For more information or questions, contact Debbie Patton at dpatton@ymcasd.org.
Cameron Family YMCA | Cookies with Santa (12/20)
Cookies with santa
Saturday, December 20 | 1:30-3:30pm
Join us for a fun-filled holiday celebration featuring cookie decorating, ornament crafting, letters to Santa, “Pin the Heart on the Grinch” and a chance to take photos with Santa himself!
FREE Event | Pre-Registration Required
Register online or at the front desk.
For questions or more information, please contact April Wilkerson at awilkerson@ymcasd.org
Mission Valley YMCA | Photos with Santa (12/20 & 12/20)
Photos with santa
Friday, December 12 & Saturday, 20 | 5:30-7:30pm
Bring the family for a magical evening of holiday fun! Meet Santa for a printed keepsake photo and take a selfie with The Grinch at our festive photo booth — send it straight to your phone or email. Sip hot chocolate, decorate holiday cookies and enjoy the joyful spirit of the season together!
- Non-members Early Bird: $10 (ends 12/9/25)
- Non-members Regular: $14
- Members save up to 25% off depending on membership
Please note: Each date is a different registration option. If you have multiple children, additional registrations will only be $8. To select this option, you must register one child under normal registration.
Register online, at the front desk or over the phone.
For more information or questions, call 619-298-3576.
Jackie Robinson Family YMCA | Annual Holiday Event (12/20)
Annual Holiday Event
Saturday, December 20 | 9:00am-12:00pm
Join us for our Annual Holiday Event at the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA!
This FREE EVENT for families will include Holiday music, themed arts & crafts, Holiday treats, pictures with Santa and much, much more!
For more information or to donate to the event, please contact April Cardenas at 619-264-0144 or email macardenas@ymcasd.org
Celebrate the Season with Cyber Week Savings!
The holidays are here — and there’s no better time to join! Take advantage of our Cyber Week Flash Sale and enjoy a $0 join fee from Monday, Nov. 24 through Monday, Dec. 1.
Join now to make the most of our festive holiday events and activities for the whole family — this limited-time offer won’t last!
