Events

Events

Keep up with our latest events and initiatives! The Y is able to support the communities we serve with the help of generous participants and sponsors who support our fundraising events.

Oak Square YMCA Building Bright Futures Fundraiser

OAK SQUARE YMCA (BRIGHTON)

Roadrunner Boston 89 Guest ST, Boston, MA

Please join us as we celebrate our YMCA’s positive impact on the community and also help us raise more funds to further impact the lives of youth, families, and adults across Allston-Brighton!

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2024 ASICS FALMOUTH ROAD RACE

The Falmouth Road Race is one of the premier running events of the Summer! Get involved or donate today to help us raise money to continue to support our programs providing quality youth development, aquatics and safe spaces for health and wellness in our community.
 

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Race to Kick Cancer 5K

CHARLES RIVER YMCA

YMCA of Greater Boston presents the Together We Move 5K Race Series! Challenge yourself and accomplish your race goals with the YMCA of Greater Boston Together We Move 5K Race Series. Our 6 5K races are the perfect motivation to keep you on course to health & wellness. Our goal is to provide you with a fun and high-quality race experience you’d only expect from the YMCA of Greater Boston. Register for a single race or our full Race Series!

Register For Single Race   Visit Together We Move Site  

“110 for the 110th” Challenge Wang YMCA of Chinatown 110th Anniversary

WANG YMCA OF CHINATOWN

As part of our Together We Move celebration and 110 years of unwavering service to the Chinatown community, the Wang YMCA of Chinatown invites you to join the “110 for 110th”Challenge from September 22 to November 3. We are calling upon 110 dedicated individuals to run or walk in support of the Wang YMCA’s historic 110th Anniversary. Each participant is encouraged to raise a minimum of $110, symbolizing our century-long commitment to fostering belonging and supporting the diverse community.

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Laurel Kluge Ribbon Run 5K

BURBANK YMCA (READING)

YMCA of Greater Boston presents the Together We Move 5K Race Series! Challenge yourself and accomplish your race goals with the YMCA of Greater Boston Together We Move 5K Race Series. Our 6 5K races are the perfect motivation to keep you on course to health & wellness. Our goal is to provide you with a fun and high-quality race experience you’d only expect from the YMCA of Greater Boston. Register for a single race or our full Race Series!

Register For Single Race   Visit Together We Move Site  

Fenway CDC Career Fair

HUNTINGTON AVENUE YMCA

Join us to connect with hiring employers from various business sectors and explore career opportunities in education, biotech, healthcare, transportation, accounting, public sector, information technology, and service industries.

Looking for a job?

Come dressed to impress with copies of your resume and network with employers. Full-time, part-time, internships, permanent, and temporary positions are available. Interviews will be conducted on-site.

Are you a job seeker and need help?

Email us for assistance with resume improvement or job search before the event. During the fair, we will offer free on-site resume reviews, mock interviews, and job search tips. Please contact Jumana Rasheed-Rosenfield, Fenway CDC Career Coach at jaljohni@fenwaycdc.org

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Pumpkin Dash 5K

WALTHAM YMCA

YMCA of Greater Boston presents the Together We Move 5K Race Series! Challenge yourself and accomplish your race goals with the YMCA of Greater Boston Together We Move 5K Race Series. Our 6 5K races are the perfect motivation to keep you on course to health & wellness. Our goal is to provide you with a fun and high-quality race experience you’d only expect from the YMCA of Greater Boston. Register for a single race or our full Race Series!

Register For Single Race   Visit Together We Move Site  

Opening Our Doors Day

Huntington Ave YMCA 316 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA

Join us at the Huntington Ave. YMCA for Opening Our Doors: United World, a day of celebration, culture, and community! This family-friendly event will feature live music, free food, wellness activities, fun games, and prizes for all ages. This a great opportunity for everyone to connect, have fun, and learn about the resources available in our community.
 
Event Highlights:

  • Live Music featuring local artists
  • Free Food from a variety of cultural vendors
  • Fitness Classes: Zumba and Yoga sessions
  • Games and Prizes for children and families
  • Resource Tables from local organizations offering support services and information
  • Cultural Performances celebrating diversity in the Boston community.

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Oaktoberfest 5K

OAK SQUARE YMCA (BRIGHTON)

YMCA of Greater Boston presents the Together We Move 5K Race Series! Challenge yourself and accomplish your race goals with the YMCA of Greater Boston Together We Move 5K Race Series. Our 6 5K races are the perfect motivation to keep you on course to health & wellness. Our goal is to provide you with a fun and high-quality race experience you’d only expect from the YMCA of Greater Boston. Register for a single race or our full Race Series!

Register For Single Race   Visit Together We Move Site  

CANCELED: EAST BOSTON YMCA ANNUAL REACH OUT BREAKFAST

EAST BOSTON YMCA

Hilton Boston Airport 1 Hotel Drive, East Boston, MA, United States

Unfortunately due to the ongoing strike between Unite Here Local 26 and the Logan Airport Hilton, we will be cancelling this year’s event. We are hopeful you will still consider donating to help us reach our goal, if you are able. This is a critical annual event in removing economic barriers and ensuring the Y can be a world class resource for all.
 
Contact Joey Gaeta at Jgaeta@ymcaboston.org if you have any questions.

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East Booston 5K

EAST BOSTON YMCA

YMCA of Greater Boston presents the Together We Move 5K Race Series! Challenge yourself and accomplish your race goals with the YMCA of Greater Boston Together We Move 5K Race Series. Our 6 5K races are the perfect motivation to keep you on course to health & wellness. Our goal is to provide you with a fun and high-quality race experience you’d only expect from the YMCA of Greater Boston. Register for a single race or our full Race Series!

Register For Single Race   Visit Together We Move Site  

Wang YMCA Annual Legacy Dinner

WANG YMCA OF CHINATOWN

Empire Garden Restaurant 690 Washington Street, Boston, MA, United States

Join us in celebrating our 110th Anniversary of being part of the Chinatown Community!

Enjoy an evening of delicious food. All proceeds go towards the Wang YMCA of Chinatown to advance equity in Boston’s Chinatown and neighboring communities.

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Run For The Y! Apply For Our Boston Marathon ® Team

Join our Boston Marathon Team and fundraise to support the Y’s programming! If you would like to experience the camaraderie of running with a team while supporting the Y, you are encouraged to apply to the YMCA of Greater Boston’s Marathon team.
 
The application deadline is November 3.

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The Sandy Island 125th Anniversary Celebration

200 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA 02210

Black Tie or Tie-Dye, you decide!
 
Celebrating 125 Yrs of Sandy Spirit aboard The Spirit of Boston
 
Join us in celebrating 125 years of Sandy Island camping on November 9th, 2024, aboard the Spirit of Boston! The entire 2024 camping season will be dedicated to this truly remarkable milestone. The year will culminate with a truly spectacular evening to remember. Sandy friends new and old will gather for a Boston Harbor Cruise to include dinner, dancing, silent auction and more. All in support of the Beautiful Isle as we look forward to the next 125 years.

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17th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast

Roxbury YMCA 285 Martin Luther King Boulevard, Roxbury, MA

We will be hosting our 17th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 7:30 AM at the Roxbury YMCA as we celebrate bringing businesses and communities together to honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The proceeds of our breakfast support the programs and services we provide for our children, youth, families, and seniors. With your help, we hope to expand our offerings to ensure that everyone in our community has a safe place to learn, grow, and thrive.

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Parkway Community YMCA Trivia Night

PARKWAY

Irish Social Club 119 Park ST, Boston, MA

Put your knowledge to the test or simply join for fun! Our trivia night will be held at the Irish Social Club starting at 7pm, with all proceeds going towards funding the programs for the Parkway Community YMCA.

Parkway Community YMCA  

Spring Campaign Kick-Off

WALTHAM YMCA

Join us at the Waltham YMCA Thursday, March 27th from 7:30am-9am for our Spring Campaign Kick-off event!

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Cycle Out Cancer: Ride in Memory of Mary Ellen

BURBANK YMCA (READING)

Please join us as at the Burbank YMCA as we pedal in memory of Mary Ellen Napolitana and support LIVESTRONG at the YMCA – a program that provides a free 12-week membership, support and fitness program to cancer survivors.
 
Mary Ellen passed away from cancer in June 2020. She raised her son, Corey, in Reading and spent over 10 years at the Burbank YMCA lighting up our spin room with her amazing classes. Known for her love of all types of music, on-bike trivia games and her annual Blues Brothers ride, she inspired everyone with her positive attitude and encouraging mantra “Who’s better than you? Nobody!” Join us for an outdoor spin fundraiser in her memory.

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Wang YMCA of Chinatown Solar New Year

WANG YMCA OF CHINATOWN

Join us Friday, April 11th from 4:30-5:30pm at the Wang YMCA of Chinatown for our Solar New Year event!

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Young Professional Together We Thrive Spring Soiree

The Collective Lounge, Winthrop Center 115 Federal St, Boston, MA

Join us for an elegant celebration at The Collective Lounge in the Winthrop Center. Proceeds from the event will go towards funding the Hunger Prevention efforts of the YMCA of Greater Boston.

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