Events
Bringing the community together to have fun together, learn together, and grow together is what the Bloomsburg YMCA is all about. When we unite together, we address society’s most critical needs by developing community-based solutions and inspiring a spirit of service.
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Family Fun
Our Family Fun Nights are all about spending time with the people you love. On these nights, we present many different ways to have fun including but not limited to: arts & crafts, movies, sports in the gymnasium, board games and snacks! It’s the perfect opportunity to strengthen your relationship and meet other families in our community.
Healthy Kids Day
Childhood obesity affects over 17% of young people, and can lead to a variety of health concerns including high blood pressure and cholesterol, breathing and joint problems, and even cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. These risks will only become more severe into adulthood. (Source: Center for Disease Control)
The Bloomsburg Area YMCA is dedicated to engaging kids in an active lifestyle that will keep them happy and healthy for years to come!
Join us for Healthy Kids Day, a fun-filled community event designed to inspire kids and families tolead healthier, more active lives! Enjoy exciting activities like games, healthy snacks, a movie, face painting, refreshments, and more. It’s a day packed with fun, fitness, and learning, all while promoting the importance of staying active and making healthy choices. Don’t miss out on this free event—let’s kick off the summer with a focus on health and wellness!
Race series
RUN FOREST RUN
(Weiser State Forest) - July 2025
Saturday, July 26th
The Bloomsburg Y Run Forest Run (5K & 10K) is a mostly-flat, gravel & dirt, out-and back course in the beautiful Weiser State Forest, located near Catawissa, PA.
UNIFIED STROLL
(Bloomsburg Town Park) - September 2025
The Bloomsburg Y Unified Stroll is a roughly 5k out-and-back course on the B.A.R.T. Trail at Bloomsburg Town Park. This trail is flat, paved, and accessible to all ability-levels. A kids costume-contest will be held after the stroll. This event aims to bring kids, adults and families of all ability levels together to raise money for all of the Adaptive and Inclusive programs that the Bloomsburg Y offers.
Mighty Montour 4 Miler
(Montour Preserve) - October 2025
The Mighty Montour 4 miler is a 3.9 mile loop circling the Montour Preserve on the Chilisuagi Trail. The terrain is a mix of grass, gravel and forest flooring. This race will be benefitting the BAY Swim Team
NEW YEARS EVE 5K
(Bloomsburg Fairgrounds) - December 2025
Wednesday, December 31st
The Bloomsburg Y Annual New Years Eve 5K is the Bloomsburg Y’s longest-running race. Held at the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds, the course is very flat with lots of loops and turns. This 5K helps the Y raise money for our financial assistance program and Community Resource Hub.
Healthy Kids
Boo!burg
In association with BooBurg, The Bloomsburg Area YMCA will be hosting our annual Trunk or Treat Halloween event in the fall
Look forward to a memorably spooky night with the Bloomsburg community!
The YMCA is seeking families, businesses, & organizations to participate in Trunk or Treat!
Participants are asked to decorate their trunk & provide their own treats to hand out to those attending. Space is limited-participants assigned 2 parking spaces for their display.
Join us and other community organizations for a night of spooky family fun!
Have some Halloween-themed items lying around? Donate a decoration to help make a memorable night for your community!
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Annual Parade of Lights
Join the Bloomsburg YMCA at the annual Parade of Lights hosted by Seven Mountains Media in Bloomsburg Pennsylvania. Held on Black Friday each year, this parade is certain to enthrall both young and old and inspire holiday cheer. Mark your calendars and join in watching the parade this November!