Past Events
From community celebrations and sleepouts to dragon boat racing and running challenges, our past events have brought people together to support YMCA South Midlands.
Explore what we and our brilliant supporters have done and find inspiration for your next challenge or an event you could organise yourself.
Whether you’re planning a quiz night, taking on a sponsored challenge or bringing friends and colleagues together, your fundraising can help young people build brighter futures.
Here for Good: Strategy Launch Event 2026
We were delighted to share with our supporter an introduction to YMCA South Midlands and our new five-year strategy: Here For Good on the 18th September 2026. Want to find out more about our ambitions?
The Amazing Northampton Run
It was a day filled with pride supporting our challenge event fundraisers at the Amazing Northampton Run. We were thrilled to be part of such great community spirit in Northamptonshire and are so grateful to everyone that took part in aid of YMCA South Midlands.
Milton Keynes Pride 2026
Thank you to all those to joined us for Milton Keynes Pride Festival 2026 as we came together to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the vibrant LGBTQ+ community. Our stand was full of friends, family, and allies for a day filled with pride, connection, and unforgettable moments.
YMCA South Midlands Summer Party
On Wednesday 12th August YMCA and the wider community enjoyed great food, fun activities, and plenty of laughter, including a BBQ, refreshments, games, and a quiz with prizes.
Milton Keynes Dragon Boat Festival 2026
We were thrilled to take park in the annual festival this year with 3 amazing teams paddling!
Festival of Running 2026
In March 2026 we’re went bigger and better on our running mission to help more young people build brighter futures through supported housing, employment opportunities, and emotional support.
Lynn's 5 Nations Challenge
Find out about Lynn's cycling challenge covering around 2,000 miles in under a month to raise awareness and funds for YMCA.
Sleep Out: Northamptonshire
On Thursday, March 27th 2025, YMCA Northamptonshire hosted its first-ever Sleepout at the iconic Northamptonshire County Cricket Club.