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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.
2025 Fun Friday Watertown
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.
If Watertown registration is too low to run a separate program we will provide transportation to Oconomowoc and join their Fun Friday, please note new times/pricing to accommodate this change.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| Member and CP Registration | 12/11/24 | 12/1/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 20.00 | $ 25.00 |
Available Sessions
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05/02/25
May Fun Friday - Fr - 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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5 / 10 Available |
Registration Closed on 04/28/2025 |
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06/06/25
June Fun Friday - Fr - 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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8 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 06/02/2025 |
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 | 8/14/24 | 8/20/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | $ 40.00 |
Available Sessions
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05/16/25
May Dinner and a Movie - Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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15 / 24 Available |
Register Closes 05/14/2025 |
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06/20/25
June Dinner and a Movie - Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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19 / 24 Available |
Register Closes 06/18/2025 |
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07/18/25
July Dinner and a Movie - Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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21 / 24 Available |
Register Closes 07/16/2025 |
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08/15/25
August Dinner and a Movie - Fr - 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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21 / 24 Available |
Register Closes 08/13/2025 |
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!
Themes for upcoming Fun Fridays:
May 2nd: Mexican Fiesta
Registration Information
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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05/02/25
May Fun Friday - Fr - 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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14 / 30 Available |
Register Closes 04/30/2025 |
Summer Trips
Let’s get out of the YMCA and have some fun around Wisconsin this Summer.
Trips are designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities aged 14 and over.
If you have never participated in programs with the YMCA before please contact Kathy Sheridan, Special Programs Coordinator, at [email protected] to arrange an intake meeting before registering.
State and County funding are not accepted for these programs as admission fees and food are not allowable expenses.
All Access Field Trips (these trips are suitable for all participants including those with mobility limitations).
- Milwaukee County Zoo – Monday June 16th
- Fireside Theater: Little Mermaid – Friday August 1st
- Milwaukee Brewer’s Game – Thursday August 28th
Adventure Trips (these trips require the ability to pass a swim test for water trips, walk on rough or uneven ground for extended periods of time, and climb multiple fights of stairs with minimal assistance).
- Action Territory – Monday July 7th
- Noah’s Ark – Monday July 21st
- Riverside and Great Northern Railway – Monday August 4th
- Old World Wisconsin – Monday August 18th
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| Member Registration | 4/28/25 | 5/4/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 85.00 | - |
| Member and CP Registration | 5/5/25 | 6/15/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 85.00 | $ 100.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
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06/16/25
Milwaukee County Zoo - Mo - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 06/09/2025 |
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07/07/25
Action Territory - Mo - 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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7 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 06/30/2025 |
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07/21/25
Noah's Ark - Mo - 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 07/14/2025 |
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08/01/25
Fireside: Little Mermaid - Fr - 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
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5 / 8 Available | $140 - $165 |
Register Closes 07/25/2025 |
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08/04/25
Riverside and Great Northern Railway - Mo - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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7 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 07/28/2025 |
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08/18/25
Old World Wisconsin - Mo - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 08/11/2025 |
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08/28/25
Milwaukee Brewers Game - Th - 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
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8 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 08/21/2025 |
Theater Class
Join us for our newest program our Theater class. The group will get together on Thursdays from 3 pm to 4 pm and learn the art of theater. They will enjoy drama games and will put on a production at the end of the session. In this program participants will explore self-expression, build confidence, and improve social skills through performing arts. The program culminates in a performance where everyone’s talents are celebrated! Join us for a fun and empowering journey through the world of theater, where every voice is heard, every story matters, and everyone shines.
No class on July 3rd
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| 4/14/25 | 4/30/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 160.00 | $ 192.00 |
Available Sessions
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05/01/25 - 08/21/25
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Register |