YMCA Village 3rd Birthday Celebration Day!
On Saturday 12 July 2025 YMCA Newark Activity Village is celebrating its 3rd Anniversary!
Join us to celebrate 3 years of YMCA Village — a day of community, opportunity and impact. Explore the spaces that bring us together and the difference they’ve made, helping more young people discover who they are and what they can become.

Everyone is welcome to celebrate three years of YMCA Village with us!
Tickets include a huge host of free family fun and inspiring activities for all ages – book now to avoid disappointment!
Our celebration also has a purpose – every ticket supports the YMCA Scholarship Fund, giving local children and young people access to life-changing activities they otherwise couldn’t afford.
Book your tickets here!Activities For All
From high-energy outdoor activities to hands-on creative workshops, there’s something for every age
Live Entertainment
Live music from DJ sets and entertainment
Food & Drink
BBQ food and tasty treats from the YMCA Café
Fun Activities for All
Whether you’re climbing, crafting, dancing or just enjoying the atmosphere — there’s something for everyone at the YMCA Village’s 3rd Birthday Celebration. Explore exciting activities, join in with coached sessions, and discover how your support helps change lives through the YMCA Scholarship Fund.
- Outdoor climbing wall & indoor climbing
- Nerf Wars – high-energy team battles
- Athletics track & field with Newark Athletics
- Street Dance – upbeat movement and rhythm sessions
- Football & Foot Golf – team play and trick shots
- Bike track sessions with Raleigh UK
- Animation & Science Workshops – get creative and curious
- Games Room for 11–17 year-olds
- Baby Sensory & Messy Play in the YMCA Nursery
- Board Games & Arts & Crafts for under 10s
Try the Latest Raleigh Bikes
Experience the fun of cycling with Raleigh UK’s newest bikes — including e-bikes — in our Learn to Ride area. Open to children and adults alike, with all safety gear provided. Come along, enjoy a test ride, and take advantage of exclusive event-day deals on selected bike models.
Live Entertainment
Throughout the day, enjoy live DJ sets from Lewis and students of YMCA’s Music Production Programme, sharing their talents live.
Book Tickets Here!See the full list of the activities below
Food & Drink
- YMCA Village Café will be open for a Brunch Menu from 10am.
- Head to the Café terrace for traditional BBQ 1pm – 3pm
- Or bring a picnic, blanket and enjoy some family time together.
- Ice creams available all day!