Community Events

Join us on February 8th, 2025, for our annual event on the waterfront to benefit the Lake Norman community.

Be sure to stop in the lobby for some coffee and have a chat with one of the Lake Norman YMCA Board Members.

All donors will receive the following: $20 eGift Card, Long-sleeved T-shirt, and Wellness Checkup including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count, and cholesterol screening. Fact: Only 3% of those who are eligible actually donate blood. Appointments are encouraged, please visit oneblood.org/donate-now and sponsor code 42203.

Join Our Free Couch to 5K Program! Ready to take your first steps towards running a 5K? We’ve got you covered! Starting the week of February 3st through March 13th, the Lake Norman YMCA invites you to join our FREE Couch to 5K program designed for beginners. Schedule: Tuesdays 5:00-6:00 pm and/or Saturdays 9:00-10:00 am. What’s included: Group warm-ups and cool-downs, written training plan to guide you throughout the program, The camaraderie of a supportive community working towards the same goal, and a $10 discount of registration for the Shillelagh Shuffle 5K. No prior running experience? No problem! This program is designed to help you gradually build endurance and confidence in a fun, encouraging environment. Lace up your sneakers and let’s get moving together!

Join as a family to learn how to start as a beginner (on the couch) to completing a 5k!

Our Kids' Night Out program is a great way for your little one to enjoy a night at the Y so that you can run errands, enjoy an evening out, or just plain RELAX! While you take your time, your child will have the chance to socialize with a small group of others and get used to being away from parents for a few hours. During their time, children will play games, enjoy story time, get crafty, and spend time outside and being active. Children should come to Kids' Night Out with their own water bottle. Children can bring their own snack as long it is nut-free. Cancellations require 48 hours written notice.

Timed 5K and 1 mile fun run at Lost Worlds Brewing Co in partnership with the Lake Norman YMCA. Family and dog friendly! 5K race start at 10am; Half-Pint 1 mile Fun Run kicks off at 9:30am. Join us for Coffee from Willow Wood (9am-noon); and after the race for Award Announcements; Prizes; Live Music; Food trucks; Irish Shenanigans. Awards and Prizes: Top Male & Female Overall-3 Month Membership to the YMCA. Top Male & Female in each Age Group-1 Month Membership to the YMCA. Costume Contest!