Join us for Healthy Kids Day® April 18 | All Day
Celebrate 175 years of strengthening communities with the Y at Healthy Kids Day—a free, all-day event with special activities from 10 AM–1 PM packed with fun, hands-on activities for kids of all ages.
Families can explore active play, nutrition, STEM discovery, creative movement, and more—designed to help every child thrive. From toddlers to teens, our safe and welcoming space encourages learning, connection, and healthy habits that last all summer.
Participate in a New Worlds Reading Initiative event at select Family Centers—Lake Nona, Frank DeLuca, Osceola, and Roper—starting at 11:30 AM. Kids and parents can enjoy a live book storytelling together, learn more about the New Worlds Reading Initiative, and take advantage of complimentary lunch, books, and swag bags.
Celebrate Healthy Kids Day® and dive into a summer at the Y with all the exciting programs and activities that keep kids active, engaged, and thriving all season long! #HealthyKidsDay
*Free meals, books, and swag bags are available while supplies last at select Family Centers. Availability may vary. Meals, books, and swag bags are limited per center and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and require attendance at the New Worlds Reading Initiative event to participate.
Register for Healthy Kids Day®
Join us on Saturday, April 18, 2026, for Healthy Kids Day®!
Frequently Asked Questions
Healthy Kids Day® is a national initiative focused on improving the health and well-being of kids and families. Celebrated each year, Ys across the country host community-facing events that teach healthy habits, encourage active play, and inspire a lifetime love of physical activity.
Yes! Healthy Kids Day® is completely free and open to the whole community—so bring your friends, neighbors, and family for a day of fun, learning, and activity!
No, your family doesn’t need to be Y members to participate in this free event! You can also learn more about membership and other fun programs that don’t require membership during the event.
Please check our calendar for the latest Healthy Kids Day® event updates.
Event offerings may vary by Family Center.
Plus, don’t miss special New Worlds Reading Initiative events at select Family Centers—Lake Nona, Frank DeLuca, Osceola, and Roper—starting at 11:30 AM. Kids can also enjoy free meals, books, and swag bags while supplies last.
The New Worlds Reading Initiative promotes literacy and learning at home, supporting healthy minds and bodies for Florida kids.
The Y launched the first Healthy Kids Day® in 1992 in response to the growing effect of sedentary lifestyles on children’s health. For 34 years, YMCAs and their communities have hosted these free community events aimed to inspire kids and families to keep their minds and bodies active throughout the summer months and beyond.
Children who are happy, healthy, and engaged are critical to successful and thriving communities. Healthy Kids Day® helps to inspire kids and families to keep their minds and bodies active throughout the summer months and beyond.
