Adventure Guides

Adventure Guides programs launch parents and their children on a journey of discovery, with the child as the explorer and the parent as the guide. Adventure Guides encourages parents to get to know their kid while he/she is still a kid with group activities such as games, crafts, songs, stories, skits, ceremonies, and outdoor pursuits such as camping, hiking and swimming. Learn more...

Family Camps

Take the whole family on a physical, mental and spiritual holiday this weekend. The Y offers several opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors in climate controlled cabins. Activities available include archery, hiking, fishing, boating, and much more. Learn more...

Family Nights

Allow families a time and a place to come together to have a good time, participate in a variety of fun activities, share, communicate and strengthen their relationships, and meet other families.  Activities may include mixers, pool games, arts and crafts, family fitness, games, volunteer opportunities, family discussions over refreshments and more. Learn more...

Healthy Kids Day

As part of the Y's commitment to strengthen community by addressing critical gaps in health and education, Healthy Kids Day® will encourage kids and parents to commit to keeping the body and mind active this summer. Learn more...

Turkey Trot – Thanksgiving

The Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot is the largest Thanksgiving Day event of its kind in the country. Last year over 30,000 participants, volunteers and spectators enjoyed this Dallas tradition. The Turkey Trot has grown into the undisputed "Way to Begin Thanksgiving Day" for thousands of locals as well as those who travel to share in our great event. Even if you're not a runner or walker, there are fun activities for the whole family to enjoy: family fun area, bounce houses, live musical entertainment and much more! Learn more...