Healthy Kids Day 2026!

Get ready for a day full of energy, learning, and family fun! Join us for Healthy Kids Day® at the MetroWest YMCA on Saturday, April 25, at the Hopkinton Outdoor Center—free and open to the public.

Kick off the day with two exciting fun runs: the Family Trail Run at 9:30 AM and the Kids’ Dash, perfect for younger participants to jump into the action. 

From 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, families can enjoy a wide variety of hands-on activities designed to do together, including live music, gardening, art and STEM challenges, sports, camp tours, and more. Adventurous kids can try rock climbing on our 40’ indoor wall or test their aim at archery.

Families will also connect with local organizations offering hands-on activities, outdoor experiences, and helpful wellness resources.

Best suited for ages 2–14, this event offers something for every stage, while giving parents and caregivers plenty of ways to join in the fun.

Timeline of Events:
9:30 AM: Family Trail Run
10:15: Kids Dash (ages 2-5)
10:30: Kids Dash (ages 6-10)
9:00 AM -11:00 AM: Teddy Bear Picnic by Project ABC
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Healthy Kids Day activities & vendors!
11:00 AM- 1:00 PM: Live music: Real Expressions
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Lunch available for purchase

This event is FREE and open to everyone! Registration is required for the Family Trail Run and Kids Dash. 

Healthy Kids Day is all about helping families build healthy habits together—through movement, play, and connection. Join us for this nature-based, movement-focused experience designed to inspire kids to try something new—and help parents feel supported every step of the way.