Events & Workshops

With events happening year-round, we make sure the good times keep on rolling here at the Y.

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Something for Everyone

Discover what’s happening at the MetroWest YMCA! From hands-on garden workshops and one-time cooking classes to family dinner nights, fitness events, sports clinics, and kids’ programs like Parents’ Night Out and Kids Day Out — there’s something for everyone. You’ll also find holiday parties, volunteer days, safety trainings, and special fundraisers that bring our community together.

Events are free or offered at discounted rates for members—but everyone is welcome! Click on any of the events below for more details and registration.

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Featured Events

Nov 15

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Community

Grateful Heart Gathering

Bring your family to celebrate this Thanksgiving season with other families. Share traditions, recipes, contribute to our thankful wall and end the day with adding to our kindness quilt

Sun, Nov 15 2026, 12 - 1:30pm

MetroWest YMCA

Nov 21

Fitness

Kids

Sports

Youth Basketball League Clinic

Free clinic for all to experience what our Youth Basketball League has to offer. There will be 30 minutes of skills and drills, then 30 minutes of games.

Sat, Nov 21 2026, 1 - 2pm

MetroWest YMCA

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Nov 23

Fitness

Fundraiser

Health & Wellness

Treadmill 5k Turkey Trot

The Treadmill 5K Turkey Trot is back! Join us for a fun and flexible 5K experience you can complete on your own or alongside friends and family. Your participation helps support the MetroWest YMCA Annual Campaign, providing financial assistance so individuals and families can access health and wellness opportunities.

Mon, Nov 23 2026, All day

MetroWest YMCA

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Nov 10

American Red Cross: Babysitter's Training

This three-session babysitting course for ages 11–15 covers first aid basics, keeping children entertained, and childcare safety.

Nov 10, 2026, 5:30 - 8pm

MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center

Nov 11

Kids

Kids' Day Out - Fall 2

No school? Spend the day at the Y! Kids in grades K–5 can spend their day off from school at the YMCA enjoying sports and physical activities, arts and crafts, swim time, and more.

Nov 11, 2026, 8am - 5pm

MetroWest YMCA

Nov 12

cooking

Nutrition

Cooking with Saba!

Join Food Network-featured chef Saba Wahid Duffy to create meals for our food program! Volunteers will meet Thursdays, from 12:00-2:00 PM at the Framingham Branch.

Nov 12, 2026, 12 - 2pm

Framingham Branch

Nov 15

community event

Community

Grateful Heart Gathering

Bring your family to celebrate this Thanksgiving season with other families. Share traditions, recipes, contribute to our thankful wall and end the day with adding to our kindness quilt

Nov 15, 2026, 12 - 1:30pm

MetroWest YMCA

Nov 20

Kids

cooking

Cooking With Littles: Broccoli and Cheese Pizza Pockets

Parents/guardians and children will learn cooking skills while exploring new foods and flavors together! You'll prepare a delicious kid-friendly recipe and make a related craft.

Nov 20, 2026, 10:15 - 11am

MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center

Mother and daughter making pumpkin pie at a MetroWest YMCA Family Dinner Night

Nov 20

cooking

family event

Nutrition

Family Dinner Night: Seasonal Pies!

Learn the craft of making homemade pumpkin and apple pie from scratch.

Nov 20, 2026, 5:30 - 7:30pm

MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center

Recurring Events

Hopkinton Outdoor Center

Open Climb

Fridays, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM in the Rec Hall
The indoor climbing gym is open to climbers of all ages, shapes, and sizes. If you can be appropriately harnessed, you may climb. The last hour is glow-in-the dark/black-light climb. Anyone over 18 wishing to belay must attend the belay class.

Y Member FREE! | Community Member $10/person

Private Events

Hopkinton Outdoor Center

Birthday Parties & Space Rentals for Meetings

Our Hopkinton Outdoor Center offers a full range of indoor and outdoor facility space rentals for events. Plan your next meeting, workshop, or team practice with us!

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