October 13, 2025

Make the most of your YMCA experience by exploring new activities and making lasting memories with friends! This monthly email highlights our exciting family and youth events, helping you stay in the loop. Don't miss out — check out the details and register below! 👇

Arvada-Duncan YMCA: 

Oct. 23 | Cooking with Kids Series | Register

Oct. 25 | Kids Night Out | Register 

Oct. 27 | Basketball League | Register 

Oct. 27 | Volleyball League | Register 

Nov. 22 | Kids Night Out | Register

 

Aurora YMCA:  

Oct. 16 | Kids N Canvas | Register 

Oct. 21 | Cooking with Kids Series | Register

Nov. 4 | Foundations in Youth Strength Training Series | Register

Nov. 7 | Kids N Canvas | Register

 

Center of Generations: 
Did you know we have drop-in Esports at our Center of Generations location? Esports Drop-Ins are available during open hours. View the teen program calendar.

 

Littleton YMCA: 

Oct. 18 | Kids Night Out | Register 

Oct. 27 | Basketball League | Register 

Oct. 27 | Volleyball League | Register 

Nov. 2 | High School Basketball | Register 

Nov. 15 | Kids Night Out | Register 

 

Southwest YMCA:

Oct. 27 | Basketball League | Register 

Oct. 27 | Volleyball League | Register

Nov. 8 | Kids Night Out | Register

 

University Hills-Schlessman YMCA: 

Oct. 18 | Kids Night Out | Register 

Oct. 18 | Craft Fair – FREE | RSVP

Oct. 21 | Cooking with Kids Series| Register

Oct. 27 | Basketball League | Register 

Nov. 15 | Kids Night Out | Register 

Make school breaks unforgettable this year with YMCA Fall and Winter Break Camps! From hands-on cooking fun to action-packed sports, there’s something for every child to enjoy.

🍳 Culinary Camps
Kids ages 5 – 14 can join us at the University Hills-Schlessman YMCA for Thanksgiving and Winter Break Culinary Camps, where they'll learn new kitchen skills, make delicious recipes and bring home their culinary creations.

🏀 Basketball Camps
Kids ages 7 – 13 can level up their game at Thanksgiving and Winter Break Basketball Camps — offered at the Arvada-Duncan, Littleton, Southwest, University Hills-Schlessman YMCAs and Central Park. Players will work on fundamentals, teamwork and confidence — all while having a blast on the court.

🕒 Full-Day Out of School Time (OST) Care
Need a full-day option? Our OST sites provide a safe, active and enriching environment for kids while school is out.

As fall settles in and the weather cools, kids (and parents!) need fun ways to stay active indoors. Check out these interactive brain break videos on YMCA360 — our free, on-demand video platform for Y members — and sing songs, practice sports or even go on a safari adventure! 👇

Step into the shoes of Colorado's leaders at the Youth in Government Conference November 23 – 26. This immersive, student-led program gives middle and high school students a chance to experience the democratic process first-hand.

Over three exciting days, participants will:

Families across the Denver metro area are discovering the difference of Y Academy — and enrollment is now open at our three locations.

At Y Academy, children build strong foundations through nurturing care, creative learning and opportunities to grow socially and emotionally. One parent shared, “I would recommend the Y Academy to anybody. I think that it's just such a great place for kids to learn and grow.” Read the rest of her testimonial here.

Considering Y Academy? Our team can help you make it affordable. Ask about Universal PreK, Denver Preschool Program and YMCA Financial Assistance.

Join us for a season full of fun, teamwork and skill-building at the Y! Registration closes soon, so register today!

Important Dates:

Don't miss this exciting match-up with the Chicago Bills and your chance to enjoy Warm-up Watchers: the first 80 buyers through our link will be Warm-up Watchers with early entry to watch both teams during pregame shootaround. 

🎟️ Get Your Tickets

Score big with the Colorado Rapids this fall! YMCA members and friends have the chance to enjoy the excitement of Rapids soccer with an exclusive ticket offer for the remaining home game on October 18.

🎟️ Get Your Tickets 

The Daniels Scholarship Program is one of the most comprehensive and generous college scholarships in the country. It helps make college possible for high-achieving, values-driven students in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming, offering a full ride at partner schools or up to $25,000 per year at any accredited college in the United States.

The Daniels Fund is looking for students with strong character, leadership potential and a heart for giving back. Daniels Scholars work hard, dream big, serve others and take pride in their communities and country. Sound like you or someone you know? Learn more and apply online from September 15 to October 17.