The MetroWest offers/hosts many events throughout the year, including activities for kids and families, free events and classes, seasonal events, fundraising, and community collaborations.
Featured Events
Sep
19
Community Campout
Discover the fun of camping together with tent setup, outdoor games, geocaching, campfire cooking using fresh vegetables from our garden, s'mores, and an unforgettable night of stargazing.
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Outdoor Center
Sep
19
Fire Cider Workshop
Learn how to make your own batch of fire cider during this hands-on workshop. Participants will prepare a batch together and take home their own jar to steep and enjoy.
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Framingham Branch
Upcoming Events
Intro to Disc Golf Workshop (Ages 13+)
Learn the basics of disc golf in this fun, beginner-friendly three-week workshop for ages 13+ at the Hopkinton Outdoor Center.
Cooking with Littles: All About Apples!
Parents, guardians, and children ages 2–6 will learn cooking skills while exploring new foods and flavors together. Together, you'll prepare apple cinnamon muffins and a refreshing apple pie smoothie!
Family Kickball Game
Looking for a fun outdoor family event in Framingham? Join the MetroWest YMCA for our Outdoor Family Kickball Game at our Framingham Branch!
Learn to Play Pickleball: Introductory Clinic
Learn the basics of pickleball at the MetroWest YMCA Hopkinton Outdoor Center! This beginner clinic covers the rules, scoring, basic skills, and court etiquette. Ages 15+.
Family Pickleball (Parent/Child Class)
Enjoy Family Pickleball at the MetroWest YMCA Hopkinton Outdoor Center! Parents and children ages 8–12 will learn the rules, basic skills, and enjoy friendly games together.
Family Day on the Ropes Course
Join us at the Hopkinton Outdoor Center for an afternoon on our exciting high ropes course! Challenge yourself on a variety of aerial elements, including our popular Leap of Faith and zipline circuit, where you'll climb to the tallest platform on campus before taking the leap.