YMCA 2026 Healthy Kids Day: A Day of Play for LA

A Day of PLAY for LA is back.

Join the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles for the 34th Annual Healthy Kids Day, a FREE, high energy celebration for kids, teens, and families from across Los Angeles County. On Sunday, April 26, 2026, the iconic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will transform into a county-wide playground filled with sports, games, activities, community resources, and hands-on experiences designed to help kids stay active, healthy, and connected all summer long.

Healthy Kids Day is one of the largest family and youth events in Los Angeles and a powerful reflection of the YMCA’s commitment to Cradle to Community Well-Being. This event welcomes families into the Y, builds pathways to belonging, and connects children and caregivers to programs that support physical health, mental well-being, and positive youth development. With support from community partners and local sports organizations, thousands of Angelenos will come together for a joyful day of movement, discovery, and fun.

Healthy Kids Day is free and open to all. Come play with us and kick-off the summer with the Y.

Learn more about the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles: https://www.ymcala.org/our-impact

Info: It would not be A Day of Play for LA without our amazing sports teams. Come and play with your favorite Los Angeles sports dynasties, while being active and having fun too. LA Clippers, LA Kings, LA Galaxy, LA Sparks, LA Rams, Angel City Football Club and so many more of your favorite teams will be at Healthy Kids Day!

Info: We have an area just for teens and young adults. Make magazine, have fun in our gaga pit, visit the chill zoon with yoga mats and lawn chairs, engage in our mindfulness stations, play a game of spike ball, rock out to teen bands and more! We have tons of inflatable games to enjoy!

Info: From fun music to the battle of bands, join us on the main stage for tons of fun. We have music, live bands, interactive dance demonstrations, break dancing, family fitness, raffle prize (take home a bike) and so much more.

Info: Meet us in the middle of the Torch and climb our 30 foot rock wall (height and weight restrictions). Conquer your fears and climb to the top.

Info: Have kids 0-5 years-old? We have activities for the entire family. Join us in our Early Learners/Preschool zone for fun activities, play stations and more. We even have a mini-rock climbing wall that our little ones can learn to master.

Info: We have tons of activities for 5-12 year-olds and their families, including Paint the Truck (thank you, Galpin Motors), STEM activities, LEGO challenges, Giant Board Games and so much more! We have over 20 inflatable activities that every child (and adult) will love.

Info: Learn about YMCA Sleepaway camps! The overnight resident camps that you grew up attending have only gotten better. Come and experience a preview of YMCA Sleepaway camp. Fall back in love with camp as you stroll down memory lane, while exposing your own children to the magic of sleepaway camp with the YMCA!

Info: Meet our Aquatics Team! Engage in fun "pool side" activities while taking some pics on our lifeguard stand with Stewie the YMCA Duck! Learn about YMCA aquatics programs, including swim lessons, swim teams, junior lifeguards and even careers with the YMCA as a swim instructor or lifeguard (hiring age starting at 16 years-old)

Info: Come prepared to get moving by engaging with our fitness and health partners. Love to dance? Love to move? Love to stay active? You have found your place at HKD!

Info: Meet health partners like UCLA Health, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield California, Promise Health Play, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, and Vision to Learn, amongst so many others. Some health partners will be offering free complimentary screenings, vaccinations and exams for kids.

Info: Come and connect with community resources and services from all over LA County.

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