December at the Y: Holiday Wellness!

Can't make it to the gym during your busy day? Work out on your own schedule with 24/7 Access! Members ages 18+ are able to enjoy the wellness floor 24 hours a day at participating locations for only $4.99/month!

Available at Nir Family YMCA and Midtown YMCA.

Camp Kirkwood Early Bird Registration Now Open!

First 50 overnight campers to sign up will receive a FREE long sleeve t-shirt!

Can't wait until summer?

Join us for Christmas Camp,

December 12-14!

Southern Lights

Experience the magic of Southern Lights with the YMCA of Southeastern NC! Join us on Sunday, December 14, 5:30–9:00pm at 985 Johnson Nursery Road, Pender County, NC.

Enjoy the dazzling light display, wood-fired pizza, drinks from the bar, and s’mores by the fire pits. Buy Tickets Here>>>

YMCA Gift Cards Available Now

Right now, you can get $5 in Y-Bucks for every $50 you purchase in gift cards. Gift cards may be used towards programs, membership dues, guest passes and more making them the perfect gift for everyone, members or not. So go ahead, grab one for all your family and friends and head to the Y together! Stop by the welcome desk at your membership branch to learn more. Order Online>>>

Kids' Night Out

We are not sure who is going to have more fun — the parents getting a night out or the kids who get to hang at the YMCA!

December 21

Nir Family YMCA

2710 Market Street

Wilmington, NC 28403

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Winter Wonderland!

December 6

Midtown YMCA

709 George Anderson Drive

Wilmington, NC 28412

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Holidays Around the World!

William H. Craig

Race for Life 5K & 10K

Whether you’re running for fun or chasing a PR, this race has something for everyone. We promise SNOW (yes, even at the beach!) along with snowball fights, elves, Santa, hot chocolate, and plenty of holiday cheer!

• Sunday, December 7, 2025
• UNCW - 601 S. College Rd. (Greene Track)

Let's Play Ball!

YMCA Youth Sports Leagues

Winter T-Ball 2025

Ages: 4–5 (10am) and 6–7 (11am)

Program dates: Jan 10; Feb 28

Practice locations: Midtown YMCA, Nir Family YMCA, and Hampstead UMC

Spring Soccer 2026

Ages: 4–18 (age as of 12/31/25)

Practice locations: Nir Family YMCA, Midtown YMCA, Ogden Park, Veterans Park, N-CINO Sports Park, or Hampstead UMC

Spring Football 2026

Ages: 6–18 (age as of 8/31/25)

Practice locations: Nir Family YMCA, Midtown YMCA, Ogden Park, N-CINO Sports Park, or Hampstead UMC

Coffee & Conversation

With Executive Director Jeremy Hardy

Join us at the Midtown YMCA for conversation, connection, and a chance to hear what’s ahead for your Y, all over a cup of coffee! Final gathering in 2025: December 17, 9am-10:30am

Y Health Programs

Parkinson’s Exercise

Now enrolling at both Sampson County YMCA and Nir Family YMCA.

Diabetes Prevention Program

Offered in person and online in English and Spanish.

Healthy Living with Diabetes

Next group begins Feb. 2, 2026, Mondays 6–7:15 PM, at Midtown YMCA or on Zoom.

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA

Accepting referrals now for January classes.

DASH Nutrition Seminars

Free workshops on reducing sodium and managing blood pressure. Nov. 12 (12–1 PM) & Nov. 19 (6–7 PM)

Moving for Better Balance

Classes begin Jan. 13, 2026, Tuesdays 1:30–2:30 PM, Midtown YMCA or on Zoom.

Learn more about Y Health Programs

Interested in one of our Y Health programs? Contact Bridget Carroll at bridget.carroll@ymcasenc.org.

Christmas Eve Service

Nir Family YMCA | Dec. 24 | 4pm-5pm

Join Grace City Church at the Nir Family YMCA for their Christmas Eve Service from 4-5pm! Gather to sing great hymns and remember the joy of the season! Learn More>>>