Community Engagement

Our special events are our way to bring families and the community together. Throughout the year we welcome the community to events such as Healthy Kids Day as well as road races such as Halfity Half and Dashing for Donuts.

Snow Beast Challenge

• Walk • Run • Swim • cycle • Work-Out • a Marathon OR MORE in February
Happens at the begining of every year. Start your new year strong!
Complete a fitness-style challenge in February. YOU choose when and where you do your miles and how many a day. Stay tuned for more info including fees, details and options.

Family Fun Nights

At the YMCA we love bringing famileis together. That’s why we host a variety of FREE Family Fun Nights throughout the year. These special evenings are all about laughter, connection, and trying new things side‑by‑side. Dive into our pool, jump into silly games, explore surprise activities, and enjoy a night where the only goal is to have fun together. Come make memories with us for a night of play, togetherness, and pure fun at the Y!

Check back throughout the year to see our new special nights!

Dashing for Donuts

1 MILE FUN RUN
End off the year with a special treat and a healthy lifestyle.
Dashing for Donuts brings people together for winter fitness fun as well as supporting others in need in our community. Join us for dashing and delicious donuts in downtown Grand Island! Four-legged friends are welcome and participate for free! Register in person up until event day.

Register online.