The Greater Scranton YMCA is proud to host community events throughout the year! Events include the Valentine Sweetheart Dance, Easter Party, Healthy Kids Day, Halloween Party, Senior Health Fair, Christmas Party and more!

While not all special events require registration, some do. For a list of upcoming special events available to register for, click here!

*2025 Indoor Triathlon – Sunday, January 26th

*2025 Snowy Slimdown Challenge – January 20th through February 14th

*Valentine Sweetheart Dance – Friday, February 7th

*Healthy Kids Day – Saturday, May 3rd. The event will kick-off with a 1 Mile Family Fun Walk at 10:00 a.m. Features of the day include face painting, rides, bounce houses, refreshments, a vendor fair and more. Healthy Kids Day is free and open to the community. Registration is not required!

*Egg Hunt in the Pool! – Sunday, April 6th, Start time depends on age group. For children 18 years of age and under. Open to Greater Scranton YMCA members and non-members (for $5)! Registration is required.

*Member Easter Egg Hunt – Saturday, April 12th, 11:30a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Members are encouraged to arrive at 11:00 a.m. to enjoy refreshments. Open to Greater Scranton YMCA members! Registration is required.

*Summer Clothing Drive – The Greater Scranton YMCA is proud to host a Summer Clothing Drive. Clothing Drop-Off Dates: July 21-25. Clothing Drive Dates: July 28th – August 1st.

*Fall Craft Fair – Saturday, August 23rd, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Free and open to the community. For vendor information, complete our Google Form. For questions, contact Tressa Capoccia at [email protected].

*6th Annual Harry P. McGrath Memorial Golf Tournament & Dinner Celebration – Friday, September 19th, 2025 at Glen Oak Country Club.

*Halloween Costume Drive – The Greater Scranton YMCA is proud to host a Halloween Costume Drive for all ages. Costume Drop-Off Dates: September 15-October 6. Costume Pick-Up Dates: October 7-9.

*Trunk or Treat! – Wednesday, October 22nd, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free and open to the community! To set-up a trunk, contact Tressa Capoccia at [email protected].

*Jack & Jill Bingo! – Sunday, October 26th, 12:00 p.m. To register, click here. For questions, contact Tressa Capoccia at [email protected].

*BOOST Holiday Spirit! – Calling all community youth! The Greater Scranton YMCA’s Y Wellbeing Initiative is inviting you to visit the Y every Saturday from November 22nd through December 20th to spread kindness and holiday joy. To register and for more information, including event times, visiting the Y online.

*Jingle Bell Jog, 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk – Not yet announced

*Free Photos with Santa – Not yet announced