Special Events at the Y

Special Events

Looking for activities to do in Owensboro? The Y hosts special events every quarter. Scroll down this page to learn more!

At the Y, our mission is to help build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. In light of the alarming overdose statistics in our area, the Y wants to help parents, employers, and churches understand the opioid epidemic and give concrete ways to help prevent prescription drug misuse and abuse. We're hosting a FREE opioid abuse prevention awareness day to anyone who would like to come. There will be food provided as well as access to the YMCA and our hydromassage bed for the day.

Dates: February 28 and April 10
Time: 1:00pm

Good Friday Pancake Breakfast

Friday, April 3rd at 7:30am

Join us for this free community prayer breakfast. Enjoy a free breakfast while connecting and starting your Good Friday with purpose. There will be a special performance by the Men's Mass Community Choir and the Apollo High School Choir.

Register by April 2nd!

BBQ 5k

May 9th, 2026

Join us for this incredibly fun annual event! Run or walk to earn your BBQ later at the festival. All registrants that register by April 24 will get a FREE t-shirt on the day of the event. Registration now open!

Young Leaders Luncheon

28th Annual Scholarship Luncheon August 7 from 11am - 1pm

The Y will give out scholarships at this annual "Young Leaders Luncheon" event. Applications are available by clicking here. They are due back to the YMCA by Friday, March 20th. You can bring a physical copy by or email it to hello@OwensboroYMCA.org .

Sponsorship opportunities are available! For the title or table sponsorship forms, email hello@OwensboroYMCA.org .