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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
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12/13/25
Sa - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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50 / 50 Available | Register |
Chili Cook/Bake Off
Bring the heat! Join the Montecito Y for our Annual Chili Cook-Off and Bake-Off. Friday August 29 at 4:30pm. Do you have what it takes to be a champion of the kitchen? Two winners will receive a one-month membership prize and the coveted Wooden Spoon.
Open to the community. Pickleball, activities for the kids and fun for everyone!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 6/12/25 | 8/29/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
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08/29/25
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Register |
Pumpkin Plunge 2025
Come jump in at the Stuart C. Gildred Family YMCA and pick out a pumpkin to take home. Everyone is welcome!
When: Saturday, October 11th // Time: 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM
Non-members: $5 per person entering pool // Members: FREE
This event includes the opportunity to jump in the pool and 50 minutes of open swim. Plus, pick a pumpkin to take home!
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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| 6/20/25 | 10/11/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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10/11/25
Sa - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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50 / 50 Available | Register |
Youth Introduction Pickleball Clinic
Learn the rules and scoring of the game. This class is taught be a pickleball instructor, a paddle and balls are provided. The clinic will be for kids that are at least 7 years old. After stick around for our annual chili cook off and bake off.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 7/23/25 | 8/29/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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08/29/25
Fr - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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4 / 8 Available | Register |