Events

Events

The YMCA of the Roses offers community events for all ages and backgrounds across Lancaster and York Counties!

Upcoming events and all their details are listed below, but feel free to reach out to your local branch or email [email protected] for more information!


Bake Sale

Shrewsbury Branch
2/10/27 - 2/10/27
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Join us by donating baked goods to help support our Y! 

Donated goods should be turned in on or before the morning of Feb 10

Our Bake Sale will be on February 10 starting at 10am



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
11/19/25 2/5/27 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
02/10/27
Register  

Community Yard Sales

Shrewsbury Branch
3/20/27 - 9/25/27
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Ready to clean house?

Sign up for a spot to sell your items at our community yard sales!

Each year we host two yard sales, one indoor sale in March and one outdoor(rain or shine) in September.

For more information, email Emma Brockwell at [email protected].



Available Sessions

Date(s)
03/20/27
Registration
Closed
09/25/27
Registration
Closed

Cookies with Santa

Shrewsbury Branch
12/18/26 - 12/18/26
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Join us for a fun evening of cookie decorating, hot chocolate, and crafts while enjoying a visit from Santa himself!

Children will be able to tell Santa their Christmas list while parents take pictures!

The cost is $10 per family.

Please only register one person per family and then include how many kids will be attending in the custom question.

For more information, email Emma Brockwell at [email protected].

 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
8/1/26 12/20/26 Online / Front Desk $ 10.00$ 10.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
12/18/26
Register  

Cookies with Santa

Dover Branch
12/12/26 - 12/12/26
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Join us for a fun morning of cookie decorating, hot chocolate, and crafts while enjoying a visit from Santa himself!

Children will be able to tell Santa their Christmas list while parents take pictures!

The cost is $10 per family.

Please only register one person per family and then include how many kids will be attending in the custom question.

For more information, email [email protected]



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
9/15/26 12/12/26 Online / Front Desk $ 10.00$ 10.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
12/12/26
Register  
Closes
12/10/2026

Free Throw Shooting Contest

Shrewsbury Branch
1/16/27 - 1/16/27
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Join us for our Free Throw Shooting Contest! The contest will be bracket style. Each round will be best of 10 free throws. Participants will be placed into the following age groups the day of the event.

4-5 year old’s

6-8 year old’s

9-11 year old’s

12-15 year old’s

16 & up

Basketball hoop height, basketball size, and free throw line will be adjusted to fit each age group. Each participant is required to bring someone along with them to count their shots. The winner of each age group will receive a YMCA prize.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
12/4/25 1/16/27 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
01/16/27
Sa - 10:00 am
Register  

Friendsgiving Potluck

Dover Branch
11/13/26 - 11/13/26
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Friendsgiving Celebration for the Young At Heart

Join us for a heartwarming Friendsgiving gathering as we celebrate friendship, gratitude, and community! This special event is designed for active older adults to come together and enjoy a festive afternoon filled with delicious food, laughter, and fun.

Guests will enjoy a Friendsgiving meal (non-traditional to not spoil your Thanksgiving celebrations), connect with old friends and make new ones, and participate in a variety of engaging games and activities. From classic table games and friendly competitions to seasonal trivia and door prizes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Come share in the spirit of thanksgiving, create lasting memories, and celebrate the friendships that make our community stronger. We look forward to gathering around the table with you for an afternoon of fun, fellowship, and gratitude!

Who: Active Older Adults
What: Friendsgiving Potluck, Games & Social Gathering
Bring: Your appetite and holiday spirit!

“Good friends, good food, and good times await!” 🍂🦃🍁



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
9/15/26 11/13/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00-

Available Sessions

Date(s)
11/13/26
Friendsgiving - Fr - 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Register  
Closes
11/11/2026

Holiday Family Swim

Lancaster Branch
11/27/26 - 11/27/26
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Join us on Monday, February 16th, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm for a Family Swim.

Youth 12 & Under require a swim test wristband.

  • Non-swimmers with a RED BAND require a guardian (18+) in the water within arm’s reach, and they MUST WEAR a life jacket.
  • All Children under 5 who are a Yellow Band or Green Band swimmer MUST have an adult 18 & over in the water at ALL times. Children 6-12 MUST have a parent poolside.
  • Yellow Band swimmers MUST stay in shallow water that is roped off 
  • ALL Children 6-12 MUST have a parent poolside 

Next Holiday Family Swim: Monday, April 6th, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
1/1/26 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
11/27/26
Black Friday Family Swim - Mo - 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Register  
Closes
11/27/2026

Scuba with Santa

Lancaster Branch
12/6/26 - 12/6/26
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Get ready to make a splash this holiday season! Santa’s trading in his sleigh for scuba gear and diving into the pool at the YMCA of the Roses for a jolly good time underwater!

Bring the whole family for this fun and festive event where kids can swim with Santa and snap some photos in the pool (or on the pool deck). It’s the perfect mix of holiday cheer and YMCA fun!

This holiday family swim is from 12:00 – 3:00 pm. Pictures are from 12:00 – 2:30 pm. We ask that you sign up for a picture slot, but you may swim and enjoy the pool the whole time.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
11/1/26 12/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 5.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
12/06/26
Santa - Su - 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm
5 / 7 Available Register  
Closes
12/06/2026
12/06/26
Santa - Su - 12:30 pm - 12:45 pm
7 / 7 Available Register  
Closes
12/06/2026
12/06/26
Santa - Su - 12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
7 / 7 Available Register  
Closes
12/06/2026
12/06/26
Santa - Su - 1:00 pm - 1:15 pm
7 / 7 Available Register  
Closes
12/06/2026
12/06/26
Santa - Su - 1:15 pm - 1:30 pm
7 / 7 Available Register  
Closes
12/06/2026
12/06/26
Santa - Su - 1:30 pm - 1:45 pm
6 / 7 Available Register  
Closes
12/06/2026
12/06/26
Santa - Su - 1:45 pm - 2:00 pm
7 / 7 Available Register  
Closes
12/06/2026
12/06/26
Santa - Su - 2:15 pm - 2:30 pm
7 / 7 Available Register  
Closes
12/06/2026

Splish, Splash, Easter Egg Bash

York Branch
3/13/27 - 3/13/27
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Join us for a fun twist on the traditional Easter egg hunt! Bring a swim suit and towel because this Easter egg hunt is in the pool! Each participant will hunt and claim their eggs and keep an eye out for the golden egg to win a special prize! Participants are required to bring their own basket for their Easter eggs. Children ages 0-5 years old and non-swimmers are required to have a parent in the water. Participants must register at the front desk prior to the event, space is limited. Open swim will be available after the egg hunt as well!



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
1/2/27 3/13/27 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 5.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
03/13/27
ages: 0-2 - Sa - 9:00 am - 9:20 am
$5 Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/02/27
03/13/27
ages: 3-5 - Sa - 9:30 am - 9:50 am
$5 Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/02/27
03/13/27
ages: 6-8 - Sa - 10:00 am - 10:20 am
$5 Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/02/27
03/13/27
ages: 9 and up - Sa - 10:30 am - 10:50 am
$5 Registration
Closed
Opens on 01/02/27

Splish, Splash Easter Egg Bash

Lancaster Branch
3/13/27 - 3/13/27
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Join us for a fun twist on the traditional Easter egg hunt! Bring a swimsuit and a towel because this Easter egg hunt is in the pool! Each participant will hunt and claim their eggs. And watch for the golden egg to win a special prize! We ask the children to return the eggs they find in the pool. Bring your own bucket/basket to collect eggs.

*Children ages 6 months to 5 years old and non-swimmers MUST have a parent in the water.

Ages 6 months-2 years old – 12:00-12:15 pm
Ages 3-5  years old – 12:30-12:45 pm
Ages 6-8 years old –1:00-1:15 pm
Ages 9-13 years old –1:30-1:45 pm

Please join us after the egg hunt for family swim time until 3:00 pm.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
2/1/27 3/19/27 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 5.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
03/13/27
6 months - 2 years old - Sa - 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/27
03/13/27
3 - 5 years old - Sa - 12:30 pm - 12:45 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/27
03/13/27
6 -8 years old - Sa - 1:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/27
03/13/27
9 - 13 years old - Sa - 1:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/01/27