Special Events

This is for Branch Special Events. Members can sign up to attend an event.


Bingo Challenge

Fullerton Family YMCA, Huntington Beach Family YMCA, Laguna Niguel Family YMCA, Mission Viejo Family YMCA, Newport - Mesa Family YMCA, South Coast Metro Family YMCA
9/8/26 - 10/6/26
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YMCA Bingo Challenge! September 8th – October 6th. Free for all members. Good luck!

  • Register online or at the front desk, then receive card at the front desk. Cards must be submitted by October 7th, 2026. Winners will be contacted on October 14th.
  • Limit 1 card per member. Multiple BINGOs allowed on a single card. Each BINGO = 1 raffle entry. Limit 1 challenge completion per day.
  • Cards will not be combined in case a card is lost and found afterwards.
  • Must get completed squares stamped or checked off at the front desk.

Prizes:

1st Draw – $150 value

2nd Draw – $100 value

 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
9/4/26 10/7/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00-

Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/08/26 - 10/06/26
Register  

Book Club Meeting

Fullerton Family YMCA
9/17/26 - 11/19/26
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Welcome to the Fullerton YMCA Book Club!
📚 How it works:
  • Interaction will be online via our facebook group or get info via email. We will meet in person Quarterly
  • We’ll select one book per quarter based on your votes.
  • Each season there will be 3-5 books to choose from. Voting will be done via Facebook Poll.
  • Each Quarter has a theme
    • November: Thriller & Mystery; Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers
    • February: Contemporary Romance: People we Meet on Vacation
    • May: Classics:  John Steinbeck 
    • August: Summer Vibes


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
10/14/25 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/17/26
September - Th - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Register  
11/19/26
November Fall - Th - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Register  

Chili Cook-off

Laguna Niguel Family YMCA
9/25/26 - 9/25/26
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Head into fall with the Laguna Niguel Family YMCA’s Chili Cook-off! This is a great opportunity to share your favorite chili recipe with your local YMCA and have some family fun. Get ready to taste, vote, and crown the ultimate chili champion!

Turn up the heat and bring your favorite homemade chili to share with members and try to win a prize or simply join us to taste!

Free for all YMCA members!

Event details:

Location: Laguna Niguel Family YMCA patio

Date: Friday, September 25th

Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm

What to expect:

  • Taster: Come hungry and ready to taste all of the chili entries and vote for the champion
  • Chili Chef: Bring your favorite homemade chili (at least 10 servings) with a copy of the recipe to share with all in attendance


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
8/19/26 9/25/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/25/26
Chef - Fr - 5:30 pm
Register  
Closes
09/25/2026
09/25/26
Taster - Fr - 5:30 pm
Register  
Closes
09/25/2026

Discovering the Melt Method : Hand & Foot Treatment

Huntington Beach Family YMCA
9/12/26 - 9/12/26
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Join Nichole in a special class that will introduce you to the Melt Method: Hand and Foot Treatment. The Melt Method is a self-care system using specific soft rollers and balls designed to help you improve performance and release stuck stress through self-myofascial techniques. All participants will leave with a tool to help them with daily relief.

All proceeds go towards our 2026 Campaign Fundraiser. Sign up online or at the front desk. Spots are limited.

 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
11/17/25 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 25.00$ 25.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
09/12/26
Sa - 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
$25 Register  
Closes
09/13/2026

Fall Art Series

Fullerton Family YMCA
10/9/26 - 12/11/26
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🍂 Fall Into Creativity with Volume 3 of Our Art Series! 🎨

Join us for Volume 3 of our Art Series, a fun and festive creative experience celebrating all things fall! Designed for kids ages 4–13, this special edition will feature fall and holiday-inspired crafts perfect for the season.

Kids can get creative, enjoy some great music, snack on light refreshments, and let their crafty side shine! From cozy autumn creations to festive holiday projects, there will be something fun for every young artist.

🍁 Ages 4–13 | All skill levels welcome!
Come create, celebrate the season, and make something special to take home!

Fridays | 4:30–5:30 PM | Inside KidZone

  • 🎃 October 9: Picasso Witch — Ages 5–13
  • 👻 October 23: Ghost Portrait — Ages 4–13
  • 🍂 November 6: Acorn Placemat — Ages 8–13
  • ❄️ December4: Snowflake Embroidery — Ages 5–10
  • 🎄 December 11: Felt Holiday Boot — Ages 8–13

FREE for YMCA Members | $5 for Non-Members

Space is limited, so register today and get crafty with us this fall! 🍁✂️



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
9/2/26 12/26/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 5.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/09/26
Picasso Witch. Ages 5-13 - Fr - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Register  
Closes
10/02/2026
10/23/26
Ghost Portrait Ages 4-13 - Fr - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Register  
Closes
10/16/2026
11/06/26
Acorn Placemat Ages 8-13 - Fr - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Register  
Closes
10/30/2026
12/04/26
Snowflake Embroidery Ages 5-10 - Fr - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Register  
Closes
11/27/2026
12/11/26
Felt Boot Age 8-13 - Fr - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Register  
Closes
12/04/2026

Fullerton Trunk or Treat

Fullerton Family YMCA
10/10/26 - 10/10/26
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🎃 Trunk or Treat at the YMCA! 👻
Join us Saturday, October 10 from 5:00–7:00 PM for a family-friendly evening of Halloween fun! Enjoy music, games, snacks, crafts, and plenty of treats. Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed up and ready for a spooky-good time! 🍬🕸️

Important Registration Information:
Please answer all questions during registration.

🚗 Car Volunteers: If you are volunteering to decorate your car and pass out candy, please register only yourself as the Car Volunteer.

🎃 All Guests/Attendees: Please enroll  under Participant Registration.

 We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 👻🎃

Pre-registration is encouraged. Space may be limited.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
9/2/26 10/5/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/10/26
Car Volunteer - Sa - 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Register  
Closes
09/30/2026
10/10/26
Participant - Sa - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Register  
Closes
10/05/2026

Line Dancing

Mission Viejo Family YMCA
11/6/26 - 11/6/26
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Special event class! A fun and high energy line dancing class perfect for all levels. 6:00pm-7:00pm will focus on beginner level instruction.  7:00-7:30 will be intermediate line dancing. 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
7/15/25 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 10.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
11/06/26
Fr - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Register  

Line Dancing

Laguna Niguel Family YMCA
10/2/26 - 12/4/26
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Special event class! A fun and high energy line dancing class perfect for all levels. 6:00pm-7:00pm will focus on beginner level instruction.  7:00-7:30 will be intermediate line dancing. 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
7/21/25 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 10.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/02/26
Fr - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Register  
12/04/26
Fr - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Register  

Nutrition Workshop: Meal Prep 101!

Huntington Beach Family YMCA
9/22/26 - 9/22/26
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Meal Prep 101: Prep Smarter, Eat Better

Nutrition Workshop

Think meal prepping means eating the same meal all week? Think again!

Join us to learn:

  • The basics of simple and realistic meal prepping
  • How to build balanced meals using a mix-and-match approach
  • How to prep ingredients that can be used in multiple meals throughout the week
  • Simple ways to add variety without spending hours in the kitchen
  • Tips for saving time, reducing food waste, and spending less at the grocery store

Discover practical strategies for making meal prep work for your schedule, preferences, and lifestyle—without making food feel repetitive or complicated.

This session will be co-hosted by the YMCA’s Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and CSULB Dietetic Intern, Madeleine. Participants will leave with realistic meal prep strategies, mix-and-match meal ideas, and simple tools they can begin using right away to make balanced eating easier throughout the week.

When: Tuesday September 22nd at 10:45AM

Where: Huntington Beach Family YMCA, Mind & Body Room



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
9/3/26 9/22/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00-

Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/22/26
Workshop - Tu - 10:45 am - 11:45 am
Register  
Closes
09/23/2026

Trunk or Treat: Participant

Laguna Niguel Family YMCA
10/24/26 - 10/24/26
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It’s time for Laguna Niguel Family YMCA’s Trunk-or-Treat! This is a great opportunity for children to trick-or-treat and have fun in a safe and family-friendly environment. Candy, games, and more!  We look forward to seeing you 3:30pm – 5:00pm.

We hope you can enjoy the Spooky Season at the Y.

Event details:

  • Section of the parking lot will be closed for the event, please plan accordingly
  • Please bring a basket or bag for all your goodies.
  • Costumes encouraged


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
8/1/26 10/24/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/24/26
Register  
Closes
10/24/2026

Trunk or Treat: Volunteer Trunk

Laguna Niguel Family YMCA
10/24/26 - 10/24/26
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It’s time for the Laguna Niguel Family YMCA’s Trunk-or-Treat!

Volunteer! Decorate your trunk and pass out candy!

Please contact [email protected] for any questions regarding volunteering or decorating a trunk.

We look forward to seeing you 3:30pm – 5:00pm.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
8/1/26 10/24/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/24/26
Register  
Closes
10/24/2026

Trunk or Treat Extravaganza: Car Registration

Newport - Mesa Family YMCA
10/16/26 - 10/16/26
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Newport-Mesa Family YMCA will be hosting:

Trunk or Treat Extravaganza

Friday, October 16th

5:30-7:30pm

This is the car registration area!

Decorate your trunk and pass out candy!

Prize for the best-decorated Trunk.

This is a family event, so please keep your trunks age appropriate.



Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/16/26
Fr - 12:00 am - 2:00 am
Registration
Closed

Trunk or Treat Extravaganza: Member RSVP

Newport - Mesa Family YMCA
10/16/26 - 10/16/26
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Newport-Mesa Family YMCA will be hosting:

Trunk or Treat Extravaganza

Friday, October 16th

5:30-7:30pm

This is the RSVP for each participant joining us, Children & Adult. 

This is a family event, please keep costumes, etc. school-age appropriate

This is a great opportunity for children to trick-or-treat and have fun in a safe and family-friendly environment. Candy, games, and more!

We hope you can enjoy the Spooky Season at the Y.

Event details:

  • Section of the parking lot will be closed for the event, please plan accordingly
  • Please bring a basket or bag for all your goodies.
  • Costumes encouraged
  • Prize for the best-decorated trunk and costumes


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
8/1/26 10/17/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/16/26
Fr - 12:00 am - 2:00 am
Register  

Trunk or Treat Participant

Mission Viejo Family YMCA
10/23/26 - 10/23/26
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This is registration is for anyone wanting to attend our Trunk or Treat event

Time: 5pm-6:30pm

Children will get to trick or treat outside and visit family friendly decorated cars



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberProgram Member
9/1/26 10/24/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/23/26
Fr - 1 hr, 30 mins
Register  
Closes
10/24/2026