Special Programs Social Events
Special Programs social events provide individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities a chance to spend time with old friends, build new relationships, experience a variety of activities, and grow their independence while having some fun at the Y.
Dinner and a Movie
Join us for an evening of great food, good friends and big-screen fun at the YMCA! Enjoy a delicious dinner followed by a featured movie in a relaxed, inclusive environment designed for everyone to participate and enjoy!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| Member Registration | 7/27/26 | 8/11/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | - |
| Member and CP Registration | 8/12/26 | 8/13/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | $ 40.00 |
Available Sessions
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12/18/26
Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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15 / 15 Available |
Registration Closed |
Dinner and a Movie - Pabst Farms
Lights, camera, action! Enjoy a night at the Y with your friends! Includes dinner and the viewing of a movie at the YMCA. Movies will be rated PG or PG 13.
** Program Not Eligible for Funding Use**
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| Member and Community Participant Registration | 8/13/25 | 12/16/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | $ 40.00 |
Available Sessions
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09/18/26
September 2026 Dinner and a Movie - Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Register Closes 09/16/2026 |
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10/16/26
October 2026 Dinner and a Movie - Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Register Closes 10/14/2026 |
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11/20/26
November 2026 Dinner and a Movie - Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Register Closes 11/18/2026 |
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12/18/26
December 2026 Dinner and a Movie - Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Register Closes 12/16/2026 |
Fun Friday - Pabst Farms
Play, laugh, dance! A night at the YMCA designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Activities will include crafts, games, gym activities and lots of fun with friends!
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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10/02/26
October 2026 Fun Friday - Fr - 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Register at front desk Closes |
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11/06/26
November 2026 Fun Friday - Fr - 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Register at front desk Closes |
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12/04/26
December 2026 Fun Friday - Fr - 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Register at front desk Closes |
Fun Friday Schultz Family YMCA
Play, laugh, and enjoy time with friends! A night at the YMCA designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Activities can include crafts, games, gym activities and lots of fun with friends! Please register by the Monday prior to the event.
We will provide a snack during Fun Friday but please eat dinner before coming to program or you may bring your dinner with you.
Registration Information
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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09/04/26
September - Fr - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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12 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 09/03/2026 |
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10/02/26
October - Fr - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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12 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 10/01/2026 |
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11/06/26
November - Fr - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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12 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 11/05/2026 |
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12/04/26
December - Fr - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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12 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 12/03/2026 |
Holiday Make and Take
Get in the holiday spirit by joining us for a morning of crafting, baking, and friendship. Each participant will go home with a completed craft, 6 cards, and a baked good. Program is designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| Member Registration | 7/27/26 | 8/11/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 20.00 | - |
| Member and CP Registration | 8/12/26 | 11/7/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 20.00 | $ 25.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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11/21/26
Sa - 9:00 am - 11:00 am
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12 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 11/07/2026 |
Special Programs Summer Trips Schultz Family YMCA
Special Programs Summer Trips are designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities that provide opportunities to try new activities, get outside, enjoy some physical activity and spent time with friends!
- Milwaukee Zoo: June 19-Lions and Tigers and Bears! Oh My! Explore the Milwaukee County Zoo with your friends. Spend time checking out the animals and enjoy a picnic lunch. Bring your own bag lunch or money to purchase lunch at the zoo.
- Mini Golf and Lunch: July 24 – Putt Putt Golf! Spend the day with your friends playing miniature golf at Vitense golf in Madison. Please bring money to purchase lunch.
- Fireside Theater: August 7 – Let it Go! Join us for a trip to the Fireside Theater in Fort Atkinson for a delicious lunch and Frozen the Musical! A 3 course lunch is included in the experience.
- Milwaukee Milkmen Baseball Game: August 27 – Take me out to the ballgame! Join us to cheer on the Milwaukee Milkmen at Franklin Field. Please bring money to purchase food and drink during the game.
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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08/27/26
Milwaukee Milkmen Baseball Game - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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7 / 9 Available |
Registration Closed |