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Family Events
The Y offers a multitude of family events so families can share an experience and strengthen their bonds to each other. Our events help each family member develop and discover new skills or interests, connect to their community in meaningful and positive ways, or improve their health and well-being through fun and engaging activities.
Fun events like our Floating Pumpkin Patch or Visiting with Santa are some of our holiday themed events.
Candy Cane Dive 2025
Come jump in at the Stuart C. Gildred Family YMCA and meet Santa! Dive for candy canes (don’t worry they’re toys), and receive a tiny treat after your swim.
When: Saturday, December 13th // Time: 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM
Non-members: $5 per person entering pool // Members: FREE
Important Notes: All children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult. All non-swimmer children 8 years and younger must be within arm’s reach of a parent or guardian. Coast Guard Approved Personal Flotation Devices (life jackets) are available.
Registration required for the event!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 7/26/25 | 1/4/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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12/13/25
Sa - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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50 / 50 Available | Register |
Swim with Santa
Swim with Santa is our Holiday event where families will have the opportunity to enjoy the pool, some Christmas music, hang with friends, & take a family photo with Santa… underwater!
This two hour event only happens just once a year and we would love to have you there.
All children under the age of 12 or non-swimmers MUST be accompanied by an adult in the water.
Y-Members- FREE (registration still required)
Non-Members- $15 for your group (up to 4)
We encourage all who are coming to this event to register so that we can email you your photo with Santa afterwards.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/15/25 | 12/12/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 15.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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12/12/25
Fr - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Registration Closed Opens on 11/15/25 |